Title information The Boleyn’s Farewell West Ham United’s Upton Park Swansong By Danny Lewis Key features • Unique story that will evoke powerful memories for West Ham supporters and grip fans of other clubs • The match’s build-up, action and aftermath are recalled in vivid detail, from personal accounts by players, fans and others who were there • Written by football journalist Danny Lewis, a season- ticket holder at the Boleyn Ground for 11 years, who was in the Bobby Moore Stand upper tier during the match • Colour photo section depicting the evening’s events, both in and outside the stadium • Publicity campaign planned including radio, newspapers, websites, podcasts and magazines Description When the final whistle was blown at Upton Park on 10 May 2016, it was more than a football match that had ended. West Ham United’s victory over Manchester United was the club’s spectacular swansong after 112 years at its spiritual home. The Boleyn’s Farewell: West Ham’s Final Game at Upton Park delves into one of the club’s most historic nights, with insight from players, fans and others who were there. Everything from the atmosphere before the game, Winston Reid’s winner and the digitised Bobby Moore switching off the stadium lights, the build-up and aftermath of the game, as well as the on-pitch action are recounted and celebrated within these pages. This was an evening that would come to define a generation and is unforgettable for many West Ham supporters. While the Boleyn Ground no longer stands, memories of the stadium and the Hammers’ glorious farewell performance will endure. The Boleyn’s Farewell is the definitive account of one of the most significant matches in West Ham’s long history. Details Trade Orders to: Publication: 10 May 2021 Price: £16.99 Macmillan Distribution (MDL), ISBN 13: 9781785317743 Cromwell Place, International Business Park, Format: 222mm x 138mm Lime Tree Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8YJ Binding: Hardback Extent: 288 pages Telephone: 01256 302692 Category: Football Email: [email protected] .