Larry Lloyd, Celebrated Defender and European Cup Winner, Passes Away at 75

The former Nottingham Forest and Liverpool star, known for his integral role in historic victories, leaves a lasting legacy.

Larry Lloyd, a key figure in Nottingham Forest's back-to-back European Cup triumphs and a former Liverpool defender, has died at the age of 75.
Lloyd's remarkable career included winning the First Division title and the UEFA Cup with Liverpool, before moving to Nottingham Forest where he became a cornerstone of their European success.
During his time at Forest, Lloyd made 218 appearances and was part of the team that won the European Cup in 1979 and 1980, under the management of Brian Clough.
Aside from his club achievements, Lloyd earned four caps for England and later managed Wigan and Notts County, marking a successful transition from player to manager.
Nottingham Forest and Liverpool have both paid tribute to Lloyd, recognizing his significant contributions to their clubs and the sport at large.