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Two-time European champion John Robertson, also known as Forest’s ‘Picasso’, dies

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john robertsonformer Scottish footballer and football legend nottingham forestAs announced by the English club, he passed away this Thursday at the age of 72. Robertson is the best Forest team winger of all time. european cup From 1979 to 1980 at the behest of a British coach. Brian Clough.

“A true legend of our club and two-time European Cup winner, John’s unparalleled talent, humility and unwavering dedication to our club. nottingham forest They will never be forgotten,” the club said in a statement.

robertson He played across England’s ‘Midlands’ region for 14 seasons from 1970 to 1983 and 1985 to 1986, scoring over 500 games and helping the team gain promotion to the league. England 1st Division Moreover, the winger was also the author of the assist in 1977. trevor francis in the 1979 European final malmö Swedes (1-0), only scorer against Sweden in 1980 hamburg in german Santiago Bernau Stadium.

at his successful stage forest raised one premier leaguetwo league cup, european super cup and one english super cupIn addition to european cupHe made 28 appearances for Scotland’s senior team, scoring eight goals.

Source: Mundo Deportivo

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