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Brian Clough was born in Valley Road, Middlesbrough, to Joseph Clough and Sarah Hunter. He was the sixth of nine children, and his father worked in a sweet factory.
Early Playing Career
1955-1961
Clough began his professional football career with Middlesbrough, scoring 43 goals in his first full season (1956-57). He made over 450 appearances and scored over 250 goals during his playing career.
Sunderland and Career End
1961-1964
Clough was transferred to Sunderland in 1961 but suffered a serious knee injury in 1962, which eventually ended his playing career in 1964.
Derby County Manager
1967
Clough was appointed manager of Derby County, leading the team to win the First Division championship in the 1971-72 season.
Nottingham Forest Manager
1975
Clough became the manager of Nottingham Forest, a position he held for 18 years. He led the team to win the First Division championship and two consecutive European Cups in 1979 and 1980.
European Cup Victory
1979
Clough led Nottingham Forest to win the European Cup, becoming the first English manager to achieve this feat.
Second European Cup Victory
1980
Clough's Nottingham Forest won their second consecutive European Cup, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest managers in English football history.
Liver Transplant
2003
Clough underwent a liver transplant due to his struggles with alcoholism.
Death
20 September 2004
Brian Clough died in hospital in Derby, aged 69, due to stomach cancer.
Brief
Known For
English football player and manager, primarily known for his successes as a manager with Derby County and Nottingham Forest.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 21 March 1935.
Born Place: Middlesbrough, North Riding of Yorkshire, England.
Death Date: 20 September 2004.
Career
Current occupation: Deceased, previously a football manager.
Past occupations: Football player and manager.
Previous Place of Work: Hartlepools United, Derby County, Brighton & Hove Albion, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, First Division title with Derby County and Nottingham Forest, four League Cups with Nottingham Forest.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Brian Clough Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Brian Clough.
Brian Clough was born in Valley Road, Middlesbrough, to Joseph Clough and Sarah Hunter. He was the sixth of nine children, and his father worked in a sweet factory.
Early Playing Career
1955-1961
Clough began his professional football career with Middlesbrough, scoring 43 goals in his first full season (1956-57). He made over 450 appearances and scored over 250 goals during his playing career.
Sunderland and Career End
1961-1964
Clough was transferred to Sunderland in 1961 but suffered a serious knee injury in 1962, which eventually ended his playing career in 1964.
Derby County Manager
1967
Clough was appointed manager of Derby County, leading the team to win the First Division championship in the 1971-72 season.
Nottingham Forest Manager
1975
Clough became the manager of Nottingham Forest, a position he held for 18 years. He led the team to win the First Division championship and two consecutive European Cups in 1979 and 1980.
European Cup Victory
1979
Clough led Nottingham Forest to win the European Cup, becoming the first English manager to achieve this feat.
Second European Cup Victory
1980
Clough's Nottingham Forest won their second consecutive European Cup, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest managers in English football history.
Liver Transplant
2003
Clough underwent a liver transplant due to his struggles with alcoholism.
Death
20 September 2004
Brian Clough died in hospital in Derby, aged 69, due to stomach cancer.
Brief
Known For
English football player and manager, primarily known for his successes as a manager with Derby County and Nottingham Forest.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 21 March 1935.
Born Place: Middlesbrough, North Riding of Yorkshire, England.
Death Date: 20 September 2004.
Career
Current occupation: Deceased, previously a football manager.
Past occupations: Football player and manager.
Previous Place of Work: Hartlepools United, Derby County, Brighton & Hove Albion, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, First Division title with Derby County and Nottingham Forest, four League Cups with Nottingham Forest.
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