After losing Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink in December 2015, Nigel Clough has guided Burton Albion into the Championship for the first time in the club’s history.
Returning to the Pirelli Stadium for the second time, Nigel Clough was appointed the Burton Albion manager in December 2015, tasked with continuing the Brewer’s impressive promotion push.
Burton Albion Manager Nigel Clough
Despite a dip in their win rate, Clough steadied the unsettled Burton ship safely into the promotion places, with the Brewers finishing second, achieving promotion to the Championship for the first time in their history.
Burton Albion’s John Mousinho celebrates after winning the Sky Bet Football League Two
For Chairman Ben Robinson, the promotion was the culmination of years of hard work and progress, put into place by both Clough, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Gary Rowett before them.
Burton Albion’s Manager Nigel Clough
Knowing they would need a strong back-line to withstand the Championship, Nigel Clough worked hard over the summer to bring in defensive reinforcements, signing Cardiff City’s Ben Turner, MK Dons’ Kyle McFadzean and Ross County’s Jackson Irvine.
Burton Albion’s Kyle McFadzean in action
Burton’s Jackson Irvine in action
Burton Albion’s season got off to an excellent start, picking up two wins and a draw from their first five games, including a historic 1-0 win against rivals, Derby County, thanks to an inspired performance from new signing, Jackson Irvine.
Burton’s Jackson Irvine celebrates scoring their first goal
Burton’s Jackson Irvine receives the man of the match award after beating Derby County
Burton fans were also treated to a special game in the EFL Cup, hosting Premier League giants Liverpool FC. Though losing 0-5, the night was a special one for Burton Albion fans.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp shakes hands with Burton Albion manager Nigel Clough before the match
Moving into 2017, Burton Albion will know they need to strengthen their team in the January transfer window, but with Nigel Clough at the helm, it’s very likely that we’ll get to see Burton Albion in the Championship again in 17/18.
Burton Albion’s Tom Naylor celebrates with teammates
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