In this week’s edition of our weekly throwback segment, we hear from Tom, 67 and a lifelong Hammer about the “Academy of Football” in its heyday and an iconic night at Upton Park. “Born in East London in the early sixties, I was brought up on a life of West Ham United and playing out in bomb-damaged houses with my mates. A huge element of my beloved club back in those days was youth talent and bringing the latest crop …
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Throwback Thursday Article: 1999: “The Academy of Football” Create A Night To Remember In East London
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I've been a passionate Hammers fan since i can remember.
Growing up in Canning Town i was always down Upton Park as it was only a 10 minute walk down the Barking road.
Always and forever COYI !
West Ham Till I Die !
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