Word of his talent in the game was never likely to reach Petrov as he grew up in deepest Bulgaria. Petrov is part of a recent generation who owe a debt of gratitude to Robertson the coach. John Robertson, left, Ian Bowyer and Kenny Burns celebrate Nottingham Forest’s 1979 European Cup final victory over Malmo in Munich. It is a pity that only now may Robertson be properly cherished in Scotland. Read Ewan Murray tribute to the late John Robertson in full here:

Source: The Guardian December 26, 2025 09:37 UTC