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Derby County was the club managed by Nigel Clough's father, Brian Clough, during Nigel's childhood in Allestree. Brian Clough, a renowned English football manager, led Derby County to several notable achievements, including their first-ever league title in 1972 and the European Cup semi-finals in 1973. Growing up in the shadow of his father's success, Nigel Clough also pursued a career in football management, eventually managing several clubs, including Derby County.