He was replaced by Brighton & Hove Albion's Brian Clough—this appointment raised many eyebrows, as Clough had often made public his disdain for both Revie and the playing style of his Leeds side, even clamouring for the club to be relegated on disciplinary grounds.

Nonetheless, bitterness remains amongst the Leeds fans even today, due to their perception of being cheated of victory and the European Cup.

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

At the end of the season, defender Gordon McQueen was named the club's Player of the Year.