Jimbo opens the Totally Almanac in 2006 and is joined by Duncan Alexander, Benji Lanyado and special guest Alan Curbishley to discuss an unforgettable West Ham season. It was the tale of two Alan's and two Argentinians with Alan Pardew sacked, Alan Curbishley brought in and Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano pitching up in East London to almost everyone's surprise. A baptism of fire for the new Icelandic owners as the club eventually pulled off the great escape on the final day by completing a double against the champions Man Utd. Curbishley tells Jimbo about the pivotal moment he sat down with Tevez and his interpretor to inspire his season saving goals. It didn't end there though with Sheffield United taking them to court over the Tevez and Mascherano deal and Curbishley leaving, never to manage again. Plus two West Ham 06/07 themed quiz questions from Duncan. Produced by Jesse Howard, Lucy Oliva and Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Benji’s bid for West Ham (00.40) • PART 1b: Duncan’s quiz question (3.05) • PART 1c: The Totally Extra Almanac (4.12) • PART 2a: Welcome to 2006 and Upton Park (06.30) • PART 2b: Alan Curbishley joins Jimbo (24.05) • PART 3a: The double over Man Utd and the miracle turnaround (35.11) • PART 3b: What next for all of the 06/07 season protagonists (45.40) • PART 3c: Duncan’s quiz answered (52.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
