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Nottingham Forest Legend John Robertson Laid to Rest

1/31/2026

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John Robertson, Nottingham Forest legend, was laid to rest on Friday at Rushcliffe Oaks Crematorium in Nottinghamshire.
He died on Christmas Day at age 72 after battling Parkinson's disease.
Robertson is celebrated for Forest's back-to-back European Cup wins in 1979 and 1980.
Robertson made 502 appearances for the club and earned 28 Scotland caps.
Tributes highlighted his talent and character, with many calling for the club to honor him further.

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John Robertson, Nottingham Forest legend, was laid to rest on Friday at Rushcliffe Oaks Crematorium in Nottinghamshire.
He died on Christmas Day at age 72 after battling Parkinson's disease.
Robertson is celebrated for Forest's back-to-back European Cup wins in 1979 and 1980.
Robertson made 502 appearances for the club and earned 28 Scotland caps.
Tributes highlighted his talent and character, with many calling for the club to honor him further.