
Throughout my career, I looked up to Speedo and I always took it as a great compliment that he, in turn, looked out for me and valued me as a player. Long before he died, at 42, he had become one of my best friends.
Originally posted here:
Craig Bellamy on Gary Speed’s death – he was my idol in football
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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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