Forest Creative Wing Role Revived
John Robertson becomes an increasingly important source of crosses and chances under Brian Clough. His precision from the left provides a defining element of Forest's attack.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
John Robertson Biography and Timeline
Follow John Robertson through 6 dated historical records for Scotland.
John Robertson, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1977–1980Years on this page
1977
1978
Title Winning Left Wing Supply
John Robertson consistently stretches opposing defences from the left during Forest's championship season. His ability to create chances reflects Brian Clough's faith in his attacking ability.
1979
European Cup Final Winning Cross
John Robertson supplied the left-wing cross from which Trevor Francis headed Nottingham Forest's winner against Malmö FF in the 1979 European Cup final. His delivery proved decisive in the club's first European triumph.
European Final Cross for Francis
John Robertson creates the winning goal in the European Cup final by delivering a cross for Trevor Francis. His decisive play helps Brian Clough's Forest overcome Malmö by one goal.
1980
Winning Goal Against Hamburg
John Robertson scored the only goal of Nottingham Forest's 1980 European Cup final against Hamburg. His low shot gave the English club a second consecutive continental title.
Winning Goal Against Hamburg
John Robertson scores the only goal against Hamburg in the 1980 European Cup final. His precise shot ensures Nottingham Forest retain the trophy under Brian Clough.
Records, sources and methodology
These dates and descriptions come from the historical_events database. Exact duplicate records have been collapsed. Names are grouped by the country, Name 2 and Name 1 fields; records with missing Name 2 cannot be reliably assigned to an individual biography. Check the underlying sources before formal citation.