When Ange Postecoglou arrived in the Premier League, he praised Brian Clough’s influence on his coaching style. Similarly, Gary Neville referenced Clough while discussing Nottingham Forest’s PSR breach, illustrating how conversations about the club often lead back to the legendary manager.
Clough’s lasting impact on Forest’s history is undeniable. His achievements, including back-to-back European Cup victories, remain one of British football’s greatest feats—so much so that Jamie Carragher called them the most impressive accomplishment in the sport. No British team has successfully defended a European title since.
Clough’s legacy continues to inspire managers today, but even a coaching icon like Jose Mourinho was left stunned when he first visited Nottingham and realized what Clough had accomplished at the club.
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