Brian Clough

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Brian Clough - English football player and manager (1935–2004)

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Early Life and Playing Career

Legacy

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Birth

21 March 1935

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.

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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.

Skills

Tactical brilliance, player motivation.

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