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Jun 2025
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Mark Crossley: Hilarious Brian Clough St...

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!


In today’s episode, Nottingham Forest legend Mark Crossley joins the panel to share some incredible stories about his time under the management of Brian Clough.


Mark dives into what it was like to work with a legendary manager, recounts his experiences playing alongside Roy Keane and Ian Wright during their spells at Nottingham Forest, and reflects on plenty of unforgettable moments in his career.


This episode is packed with football nostalgia and hilarious tales you won’t want to miss.


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01:48 Nottingham Forest

05:01 Playing Under Brian Clough

16:35 Clough Stories

19:43 Tough Love and Mind Games

23:13 Memorable Stories


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