In this episode of The West Ham Syndrome, Andrew and Max sit down with Mick Clifford, lifelong Hammer and author of the stunning book Playing for the Shirt: One Hundred West Ham United Match-Worn Shirts.

Mick has spent years tracking down the most extraordinary collection of match-worn West Ham shirts ever assembled — from the heavy cotton classics of the 1950s to the lightweight modern kits worn by today’s players. Each shirt carries its own story, and in this conversation Mick opens up about the thrill of the chase, the emotional power of memorabilia, and the unforgettable moments stitched into claret and blue fabric.

We discuss:

• How the collection began — and the rarest shirts Mick has uncovered
• Why shirts matter so deeply to supporter identity and heritage
• The making of the book and the challenges of preserving football history
• The shirt Mick still dreams of adding to his collection

If you love West Ham, football nostalgia, or the magic of match-worn kits, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Come on you Irons.

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