Conversion to Central Defence
Kenny Burns makes the transition from striker to centre-back after joining Brian Clough's Nottingham Forest. The positional change helps transform him into one of the country's outstanding defenders.
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1977 in Scotland
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Historical records for Scotland in 1977
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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.
Scottish International Joins Forest
Archie Gemmill signed for Nottingham Forest from Derby County in 1977 and provided composure in central midfield. He brought title-winning experience that assisted Forest's rapid rise under Brian Clough.
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