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In this episode of It Was What It Was, co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into the decline of Nottingham Forest following their European Cup victories. This final part of a four-part special looks at the financial turmoil, management struggles, and internal conflicts that marked the club's subsequent years. Join us as we discuss how the relationship between Brian Clough and Peter Taylor deteriorated, the club’s misjudged transfers, and the impact of Clough's growing dependence on alcohol. From the fallouts to the poignant departures, this episode covers the unraveling of a once-glorious team and the tragedy of a fractured partnership.
00:00 Financial Woes and Disappointment
00:50 The Decline Begins
02:32 Unraveling Behind the Scenes
04:18 Transfer Turmoil
09:24 Clough and Taylor's Strained Relationship
14:11 Financial Scandals and Internal Strife
18:05 The Breaking Point
29:03 Clough's Controversial Decisions
32:24 Financial Struggles and Player Transfers
37:18 Clough's Health and Alcohol Issues
45:02 The Breakup with Peter Taylor
48:20 Reflecting on Clough and Taylor's Legacy
51:29 Clough's Changing Management Style
53:43 The Greatest Achievement in European Football
55:28 Conclusion
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In this episode of It Was What It Was, co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into the decline of Nottingham Forest following their European Cup victories. This final part of a four-part special looks at the financial turmoil, management struggles, and internal conflicts that marked the club's subsequent years. Join us as we discuss how the relationship between Brian Clough and Peter Taylor deteriorated, the club’s misjudged transfers, and the impact of Clough's growing dependence on alcohol. From the fallouts to the poignant departures, this episode covers the unraveling of a once-glorious team and the tragedy of a fractured partnership.
00:00 Financial Woes and Disappointment
00:50 The Decline Begins
02:32 Unraveling Behind the Scenes
04:18 Transfer Turmoil
09:24 Clough and Taylor's Strained Relationship
14:11 Financial Scandals and Internal Strife
18:05 The Breaking Point
29:03 Clough's Controversial Decisions
32:24 Financial Struggles and Player Transfers
37:18 Clough's Health and Alcohol Issues
45:02 The Breakup with Peter Taylor
48:20 Reflecting on Clough and Taylor's Legacy
51:29 Clough's Changing Management Style
53:43 The Greatest Achievement in European Football
55:28 Conclusion
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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