1981–82 Nottingham Forest F.C. season

The 1981–82 season was Nottingham Forest's 117th year in existence and fifth consecutive season in the First Division.

Summary
In his eighth season as manager, Brian Clough appointed Alan Hill as new trainer after the departure of Jimmy Gordon in the previous season. Meanwhile forward Trevor Francis was transferred out to Manchester City being replacing by Norwich City striker Justin Fashanu. The team finished in a disappointing 12th spot with a defensive line (4th overall) not being helped by his offensive line in a mediocre season delivered by Fashanu, Wallace and Ward. The club was early eliminated in FA Cup on third round. Meanwhile, the squad reached the League Cup fifth round only to be defeated by Tottenham Hotspur after a 1–0 score.

After six seasons with the club, assistant Peter Taylor announced his appointment as new manager of Derby County. Also, goalkeeper Peter Shilton left the club by the end of the season to be transferred out to Southampton. Central back Dave Needham was transferred out to Canada, and Scottish midfielder John McGovern signed with Bolton Wanderers for the next campaign.

Results by round
Manager: Geoff Twentyman

Matches

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