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Ludek Miklosko remembered by George Parris: A true Hammers legend and gentle giant

October 9, 2026 George Parris 0

When news reached me of Ludo’s passing, it hit me right in the heart. Like everyone across the West Ham family, my thoughts immediately turned back to the incredible man and teammate we were all

Ludek Miklosko Remembered: The West Ham United goalkeeper who was my first hero

October 8, 2026 ExWHUEmployee 0

My first ever game was West Ham v Portsmouth on 29 August 1990, and Ludek Miklosko was in goal. I was so impressed by him. He was a giant of a man with a real

Remembering Ludek Miklosko: The West Ham United goalkeeping hero who became a true Hammers legend

October 7, 2026 David Blackmore 0

One of the things I love about putting this magazine together is the range of opinions, memories and stories that our writers bring to every issue. But occasionally, something happens that means we have to

West Ham legends take centre stage as the 2026 World Cup looms

March 20, 2026 Julian Shea 0

No matter how much posthumous praise is lavished on him, nothing will make amends for Bobby Moore’s lack of formal recognition and proper appreciation during his lifetime. All the honours subsequently thrown at football people

West Ham’s biggest wins: The Hammers’ record goal-scoring victories

March 12, 2026 Brian Penn 0

West Ham’s brand of attacking football has remained largely unchanged throughout our colourful history. Such a tendency will always produce goals. In fact, a 0-0 scoreline is a rare occurrence for the Hammers as we pursue

The Billy Bonds Years: ‘To lose the title in the last minute was as disappointing as it was typical’

March 9, 2026 Robert Banks 0

Those of us who remember the 1990-91 season often think of it as a time of thrilling football and a triumphant return to the First Division under the heroic leadership of the legendary Billy Bonds.

West Ham and the FA Cup is still a love affair like no other

March 9, 2026 Meirion Williams 0

I am of an age which saw the FA Cup as one of the ultimate goals for West Ham. The competition now seems to pale into insignificance compared to the league and European endeavours but

West Ham pioneers who changed the face of the modern American game

February 28, 2026 Julian Shea 0

As all real football fans know, in 1966, West Ham won the World Cup. But what is less widely known is the direct West Ham connection to the 2026 World Cup. This summer’s tournament is

The dawn of the Billy Bonds era and the arrival of Ludo Miklosko

February 9, 2026 Blowing Bubbles 0

A transition in the dugout and between the posts Lou Macari’s reign effectively ended the moment he failed to appear for the league match at Swindon on 18 February 1990. His resignation followed soon after,

The ultimate West Ham dinner party with five icons of the nineties

February 5, 2026 Blowing Bubbles 0

A Trip Back to the Back In The Day Era I have my own football podcast that I began in 2020 called: Back In The Day, which focuses on football in the 1990s. Recently, I

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Ludek Miklosko remembered by George Parris: A true Hammers legend and gentle giant

Ludek Miklosko Remembered: The West Ham United goalkeeper who was my first hero

Remembering Ludek Miklosko: The West Ham United goalkeeping hero who became a true Hammers legend

West Ham legends take centre stage as the 2026 World Cup looms

West Ham’s biggest wins: The Hammers’ record goal-scoring victories

The Billy Bonds Years: ‘To lose the title in the last minute was as disappointing as it was typical’

West Ham and the FA Cup is still a love affair like no other

West Ham pioneers who changed the face of the modern American game

The dawn of the Billy Bonds era and the arrival of Ludo Miklosko

The ultimate West Ham dinner party with five icons of the nineties

West Ham’s Championship start: Goals, defensive frailties and a promotion push

Pub Talk: Our team remember Ludek Mikloško as well as debating promotion, Fulham and October fixtures

‘West Ham’s point at Millwall should spark a fight for points’

Ludek Miklosko remembered by George Parris: A true Hammers legend and gentle giant