Former West Ham and Arsenal great Liam Brady has spoken of his love for former boss John Lyall.

Brady, who will be the guest at The West Ham Way Pre-Match Event on Saturday ahead of our clash against Arsenal, told the clubs Official Website of how an Arsenal legend made his way to the east end of London.

“I was at Ascoli at the time and I wasn’t getting on very well with President and I’d been let down on a number of things and I was really wanting to get away from there and get back [to England] and in many ways John Lyall rescued me from a situation I wasn’t very happy in,” said Brady.

“I think John came to see me play for the Republic of Ireland against Scotland in a European Championship qualifier in February of ’87. We beat Scotland 1-0 at Hampden and through a mutual friend of ours he got in touch with me told me he was interested in bringing me back and asked if I was interested, and I jumped at it to be honest

“I wanted to enjoy my football, without any doubt, and I wanted to play in a very attacking way, and in many ways that was John Lyall had created at West Ham and probably Ron Greenwood before him.

“It was that kind of place where they wanted football played in a certain style, so I fitted in pretty seamlessly.”

Brady will be joining ‘Mad Dog’ Martin Allen on stage this Saturday to talk about his time at the club, his thoughts on Julen Lopetegui, Declan Rice and share some incredible stories of his time at the club including his time working with Lyall.

Tickets are selling fast for this special Pre-Match Event (at the Colour Factory by the London Stadium) – Visit our Events Page for more details and to order tickets.

Here’s what you can expect at our new venue:

🍻Affordable Drinks: We’ve got great news for your wallet! Enjoy your favorite brews, including Lager, for just £5 per pint. We believe in keeping your thirst quenched without breaking the bank.

🎉 Spectacular Production: Brace yourself for an amazing production and stage show featuring ex-players and club legends. These West Ham icons will bring you closer to the heart and soul of our beloved team.

🍔 Delicious Dining: Hungry before the match? No problem! We’ve got tasty food options available right on-site, including a delectable vegan choice for those with a more plant-based palate.

💺 Ample Seating: Worried about finding a comfortable spot to relax? Don’t be! We’ve got plenty of seating in both our general admission and VIP areas. Whether you prefer mingling with fellow fans or lounging in a more exclusive setting, we’ve got you covered.

🍻 Fantastic Atmosphere: Experience the pre-match buzz like never before. The Colour Factory boasts spacious outdoor areas, large bars stocked with an extensive range of beverages, and state-of-the-art screens and sound systems. It’s the ultimate destination for West Ham fans!

🚶 Convenient Location: Just a quick 10-minute walk from the stadium, The Colour Factory is your go-to spot before the big match.