Sir Bobby Robson

Ipswich back in the early 80's were quite the side and almost completed a famous treble in 81 but only fell short. 

After a season that saw Ipswich play a staggering 66 games across four competitions, they finished as UEFA Cup champions, First Division runners-up and FA Cup semi-finalists. Overall, this represented an incredible achievement for the team from Suffolk with a limited squad and resources.

Robson had demonstrated his talent for developing talent while also integrating foreign flair, leading him to a great career spanning PSV, Barcelona, Newcastle, England and a knighthood.

The last word should go to the great man himself. Looking back on the season, the late Sir Bobby Robson said, “People loved us and it was one of the few occasions where we actually made people sing. The ’81 team, in my opinion, was the best side [I managed]. We played the sort of football that hadn’t been seen in for many, many years … and not only just in Ipswich but I think in England.” If Sir Bobby thinks that, then who are we to argue?

Show your love for the late great Sir Bobby Robson... Gone but will NEVER be forgotten,