Green Jumper

"Brian would have a chat with us at half-time, not about the game, but we'd put the world to rights." Barrie Saunders would often referee matches involving Brian Clough's A-Team at Nottingham Forest, including first team players returning from injury. In this episode, Barrie recalls the impact Cloughie would have from his sheer presence on the touchline. "I was in awe of this incredible character,...

"He gave me the opportunity to play for the football club I supported as a boy." Former Nottingham Forest defender Steve Chettle shares his special Brian Clough memories with Marcus Alton.

This extended episode includes memories of Brian Clough as a centre-forward at Sunderland. There's also a chat with former Cloughie player Alan Hinton who recalls a special reunion. You'll also hear from the Ray Mundo Futbol podcast, following an interview with Green Jumper host Marcus Alton. Our thanks go to the Roker Report for introducing us to Jim Wales who remembers watching Cloughie at Sunde...

"He's absolutely teeming with talent. I'm just trying to teach him to tackle like Archie Gemmill now." Brian Clough was full of praise for his young midfielder Neil Webb back in the 1980s. In this fascinating conversation with pod host Marcus Alton, the former England international shares special memories of playing for the Miracle Manager. The stories include signing a blank contract ('Seriously,...

When Neil Webb scored in a Wembley cup final to help secure his first major trophy in English football, Brian Clough ensured the young midfielder's family shared the celebrations in the dressing room. "He invited my dad and grandad into the dressing room, but my mum wasn't allowed in - he even apologised to her!" recalls Webb. "We all had a photo with the cup - he knew it meant that much to me. My...

"You didn't get a lot of praise, but when he said 'Well done, young Gunn,' that's all I needed to hear." In this second part of the conversation with pod host Marcus Alton, former Nottingham Forest defender Bryn Gunn recalls the life lessons he was taught by Brian Clough and what happened behind the scenes after the European Cup Final. There are also memories of the relaxing mid-season breaks in t...

As a teenager, defender Bryn Gunn was described by Brian Clough as 'a fine young left-back - an absolute natural.' In this conversation with one of Cloughie's European Cup winners, Bryn recalls working for the unpredictable manager at Nottingham Forest. The stories include being substituted at half-time after giving away a penalty in a friendly. "That's Cloughie - he never missed a trick," says Br...

When Bryn Gunn received the 'thumbs-up' signal from Brian Clough, along with "Well done, young Gunn," he felt six-feet tall. In this trailer for the full interview, Bryn recalls working for the unpredictable Clough at Nottingham Forest, where the young defender was part of the European Cup winning side in 1980. Says Bryn: "Some people need wrapping up in cotton wool, some need a rollicking. But th...

A special tribute to John Robertson, the man Brian Clough described as an artist with the ball at his feet - the Picasso of our game. This episode includes an exclusive interview with John's friend and former Nottingham Evening Post journalist John Lawson, who highlighted Robbo's skills to Cloughie in the early days at Nottingham Forest. Robertson never forgot John's help in putting-in a good word...

Highlights from the home of the best Brian Clough stories. During 2025, the Green Jumper heard from many great guests. This is a special collection of just some of those wonderful memories. From a chip shop treat to a dressing room drama, these are some Cloughie classics you'll love to hear, in the company of pod host Marcus Alton. There are more stories on the tribute website, brianclough.com , w...

The Green Jumper's 100th episode tells the story of how a young, rookie journalist managed to secure an interview with Brian Clough at the height of his European success. Alicia Rudzka was a trainee at the London College of Printing when she wrote to Cloughie at Nottingham Forest. What followed was a meeting that the young reporter would never forget. "I was mesmerised," recalls Alicia in her conv...

"He was eccentric and a great man-manager. He knew the players inside out." There are some great Brian Clough stories in this conversation with former Nottingham Forest winger Franz Carr. He tells pod host Marcus Alton: "Your archive newspaper cuttings are fantastic - I've never seen some of them before!" Franz talks about the matchday instructions from Cloughie, the principles of life and footbal...

"He knew when to put players in the team and when to take them out. He was a genius at that. He was a psychologist and a mentor." Brian Clough signed speedy winger Franz Carr when he was just 17. Carr became a key part of Clough's re-built Nottingham Forest sides that achieved huge success in the late 1980's and early 1990's. In this fascinating interview with Marcus Alton from brianclough.com , C...

This Green Jumper episode looks back at an often overlooked part of Brian Clough's career. He had an incredible goalscoring record as a centre forward before becoming the Miracle Manager. "He was my boyhood hero and I loved to watch him play at Middlesbrough," recalls Geoff Readman in this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton. "As a young boy, I tried to copy everything he did - the way he...

"I had some great times with Brian. He once paid me a wonderful compliment by saying if he could have chosen a brother, it would have been me." Colin Shields was a close friend of Brian Clough and in this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton he describes life 'behind the scenes' with the charismatic Cloughie. Colin's book Champagne Memories, supporting good causes, is available at brianclou...

It's a church service that the hundreds of people in the congregation will never forget - thanks to the unpredictable Brian Clough. The fantastic story behind this event is told by Malcolm Bramley, who was with Brian on the day of the sportsman service. This is Part Two of Malcom's entertaining chat with Marcus Alton (Part One was episode 94: 'Call Me Mr Clough'). Malcolm worked closely with Brian...

Malcolm Bramley was in his smart working clothes - suited and booted - when Brian Clough picked up a ball and took shots at him in the goal at Sunderland's Roker Park. "It's an experience I will never forget," Malcom tells the Green Jumper podcast in this fascinating interview.  After first encountering an outspoken Cloughie while Assistant Secretary at Sunderland, Malcolm was later invited b...

Ian 'Bomber' Bowyer played a vital role in Brian Clough's European Cup success. In this Green Jumper Gem he describes the 3-3 battle with Cologne in the semi-final first-leg as one of the most exciting matches he played in. Bowyer also recalls the message from Cloughie ahead of the second leg.

"The thought we would ever win the league was absolutely beyond comprehension. So when Cloughie arrived in '75, it all changed." Paul Ellis has special memories of Brian Clough, including watching him play for Middlesbrough at Nottingham Forest's City Ground in the 1950's. Many years later, Paul became a focal point for the UK's media when they needed someone to speak to following the sad death of...

Brian Clough took his players away for a break in the Spanish sunshine in preparation for Nottingham Forest's second successive European Cup Final, in May 1980. "It was absolute genius," said Gary Mills, who became the youngest player to appear in a European Cup Final. This episode looks back at that magical time with exclusive contributions from several former Clough players, including John Rober...

A memorable visit to the chip shop is featured in this entertaining episode of great Brian Clough stories. There's also the tale of a visit to Cloughie's home, where Brian was wearing his marigolds while washing the dishes. You'll also hear stories in an exclusive extract from a book festival featuring author and pod host Marcus Alton.

In a rare interview, former Nottingham Forest and England defender Des Walker talks exclusively to pod host Marcus Alton. The entertaining conversation includes some great Cloughie memories, including the amusing stories about the first time Des met the Miracle Manager and why Brian always referred to the centre-half as 'Desmond.' In this fascinating insight into the life of one of England's great...

A collection of special Brian Clough memories from former Nottingham Forest defender Viv Anderson. Speaking exclusively to Marcus Alton in the Green Jumper pod, Viv recalls how Cloughie's advice during his early days at Forest served him well throughout his illustrious career. Viv also talks about the 'Local Heroes' documentary which features his memories alongside former team-mates Tony Woodcock...

In a rare interview, former England international Des Walker recalls the charisma of Brian Clough. "He was a genius who kept things simple," says Walker, who was usually referred to as 'Desmond.' "Yes, that's what he used to say," adds Des. "Like calling Teddy Sheringham 'Edward.' It was a bit like your mum scolding you. But I got used to him pretty quickly and I got comfortable around him." Des t...

Jimmy Gordon played a special role in Brian Clough's success. He was the first team trainer, coach and sometimes the Magic Sponge Man, a fans' favourite who would run onto the pitch to treat injured players. In this entertaining pod, Jimmy's grandson Craig recalls some marvellous personal memories - including how Jimmy was often the perfect buffer between Cloughie and the players. This episode als...