By Stig Editor 
🚨 Nottingham Forest Legend John Robertson Honored with Statue in His Hometown….
June 2, 2025
Nottingham Forest legend John Robertson has been immortalized with a statue in his hometown, in a touching tribute to one of the greatest players to ever wear the Garibaldi red. The emotional unveiling ceremony took place earlier today, drawing a large crowd of fans, former players, and dignitaries, all gathered to celebrate the legacy of the man known as “The King of the City Ground.”
The bronze statue, placed proudly in the town square of Viewpark, Scotland — where Robertson was born — captures him in his iconic dribbling pose, eyes focused, and ball seemingly glued to his feet. It’s a fitting tribute to a player whose incredible footwork, intelligence, and calmness under pressure helped Nottingham Forest to European glory.
Robertson, visibly moved during the ceremony, addressed the crowd with humility and gratitude. “I never played for statues,” he said. “I played for the team, for the fans, and for the love of the game. But this… this is something truly special. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Robertson’s achievements are the stuff of legend: a vital part of Brian Clough’s Forest side that won the European Cup twice in 1979 and 1980, he famously delivered the winning assist in the 1979 final and scored the decisive goal in 1980. Beyond the trophies, it was his work ethic, his brilliance on the wing, and his quiet demeanor that endeared him to generations of Forest supporters.
Forest’s current manager, as well as several first-team players, were present at the event, showing their respect for a man who helped define the club’s identity. One player noted, “We walk through the tunnel and see his face on the walls — now the world can walk past this statue and know what he meant to this game.”
The statue now stands as a permanent reminder of what dedication, talent, and loyalty can achieve — and for Nottingham Forest fans, a symbol of their proudest days.