⚽ Alan Hudson – Seasons of Skill and Struggle | World of Lord Russell Podcast
Welcome to “Sun and Rain”, a new podcast series focusing on nostalgia, hosted by Lord Russell Baker. In this first episode, we feature the famous football player Alan Hudson from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Stoke. Get ready for great football highlights and stories!
In this powerful and reflective episode of The World of Lord Russell Podcast Talk Show, Lord Russell Baker welcomes Alan Hudson, the legendary playmaker whose career spanned Chelsea, Stoke City, Arsenal, and the Seattle Sounders, and whose life journey has been marked by brilliance, resilience, and reinvention.
From dazzling performances on the pitch to overcoming life-threatening injuries, Alan shares the highs and lows of a footballing life lived with flair, passion, and honesty.
🎙️ In this episode, we explore:
– Alan’s early rejection by Fulham and rise at Chelsea
– Playing alongside icons like Peter Osgood and Charlie Cooke
– Missing the 1970 FA Cup Final and starring in the 1971 European Cup Winners’ Cup victory
– His record-breaking move to Stoke City and the “Working Man’s Ballet”
– FA Cup Final appearance with Arsenal and time in the NASL
– England call-ups and clashes with Don Revie
– Surviving a near-fatal accident and undergoing over 70 surgeries
– His transition to writing, including his acclaimed autobiography The Working Man’s Ballet
– Whether you’re a football fan, lover of sporting history, or inspired by stories of perseverance, this episode is packed with emotion, insight, and unforgettable memories.
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📣 Next Episode: Seasons of My Life with Kenny Hibbitt, Wolves legend and League Cup winner.
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