John Robertson, the ‘Picasso of football’ who helped England’s second largest Nottingham Forest win two European Cups, has died

Indeed, the brilliant coach invented a description of his footballer which is recorded in the history books of English football: “John Robertson is a Picasso of our sport”.

Indeed, Robertson, who He died at the age of 72 He was a key player in that team which, after winning the English championship in 1977-78, ruled Europe for two consecutive years. It was he who set up Trevor Francis’ winning goal in the 1979 European Cup final against Malmö, and scored to sink Hamburg in the 1980 final the following year.

“It saddens us to announce the passing of John Robertson, Nottingham Forest legend and dear friend,” Nottingham Forest announced in an official statement. “A true great of our club and two-time European Cup winner, his unrivaled talent, humility and unwavering dedication to Nottingham Forest will never be forgotten.”

Robertson spent most of his career at the City Ground, making over 500 appearances over two spells. Clough once described him as “careless, incompetent and selfless”, although thanks to his talented left foot he also became “one of the best creators of football I have ever seen” for the Middlesbrough manager.

Basis for promotion and titles

With this ability, Robertson was a fundamental pillar of Forest’s meteoric rise from the Second Division to winning the English First Division title the following season, in 1978, before winning two European Cup titles.

In terms of selection, He played 28 matches for Scotlandscoring the winning goal against England in 1981, and served as assistant coach to his former Forest teammate Martin O’Neill at several clubs, including Aston Villa.

“Rest in peace, Robbo… Our best player,” Forest added in his official note. This Saturday, December 27, at 1:00 p.m., supporters of the English team will be able to pay a final tribute to their hero during the Premier League match which will pit them against none other than Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City in their stadium.

The Scottish Football Association and UEFA also offered their condolences on social media after learning of the former Forest player’s death.