Green Jumper Gem - Nigel Jemson

To mark a Green Jumper milestone (downloads in 80 countries) we're launching Green Jumper Gems: occasional bitesize magical memories.

Our first 'Gem' is fittingly with Cloughie striker Nigel Jemson.

Here, he recalls the build-up to the League Cup Final in 1990, when he scored the winning goal for Brian Clough's Nottingham Forest against Oldham.

The pre-match diet included steak and chips - and chocolate.

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About the Podcast

Green Jumper

Stories from the Brian Clough era

The official Brian Clough tribute podcast by youngman@brianclough.com. Highly Commended in the final of the UK Independent Podcast Awards 2025. "A super unique podcast...still uncovering new stories about Brian Clough." Great guests, memories and stories from the Brian Clough era.

About your host

Marcus Alton

I'm the editor of the tribute website brianclough.com and author of several books about the Miracle Manager. I was also the driving force behind the campaign for a bronze statue of Brian Clough in Nottingham and spearheaded the efforts to get a knighthood, presenting a petition at 10 Downing Street.