⚽🎬 A Blind Date and Not The Weakest Link – with Ted Maybank | World of Lord Russell Podcast
In this entertaining and insightful episode of The World of Lord Russell Podcast Talk Show, Lord Russell Baker welcomes former professional footballer Ted Maybank, whose career spanned Chelsea, Fulham, Brighton & Hove Albion, and PSV Eindhoven — and who later made memorable appearances on iconic British TV shows like Blind Date and The Weakest Link.
From scoring goals in the English top flight to facing 130,000 fans at the Nou Camp, and from sharing the screen with Cilla Black and Anne Robinson, Ted’s story is one of talent, resilience, and charm.
🎙️ In this episode, we explore:
– Ted’s rise through Chelsea’s youth ranks and debut in a fierce derby vs Spurs
– Playing alongside legends like Ray Wilkins, George Best, Bobby Moore, and Rodney Marsh
– His time under managers Eddie McCreadie, Bobby Campbell, and Alan Mullery
– A career-defining move to PSV Eindhoven and debut against Barcelona
– The injury that ended his playing career and how he coped with the aftermath
– His appearances on Blind Date and The Weakest Link, including winning the latter!
– Reflections on football, fame, and life beyond the pitch
– Whether you’re a football fan, TV nostalgia lover, or just enjoy a great life story, this episode is packed with humour, history, and heart.
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