West Ham United fans have chosen Sealey Tower as the name of one of the new centrepiece developments at the Upton Gardens site.
As part of West Ham United’s commitment to honour the legacy of the Boleyn Ground, supporters were invited to name a new residential block at Barratt London’s Upton Gardens development, in honour a figure from the club’s history.
The options were Alan Sealey, who received 58% of the vote, ahead of legendary chief scout Wally St Pier, who took 18%.
However, Wally will be remembered on the development when another area will be named St Pier Court.
Alan Sealey was the unexpected scorer of the two goals which game the Irtpons an unforgettable Cup Winners Cup win over over West German side TSV 1860 Munich in May 1965.
Alan Sealey’s son Anthony said: “As a family we are so proud and thrilled that Dad has been bestowed with this honour and would like to say a massive thank you to all who voted.
“Upton Park was not only the home of his football club it was also the home of our family. Dad’s parents lived in Walton Road, directly opposite the Boleyn Ground. So to have a building named in his honour on the new development is about as fitting a tribute you can get.
“It is also something his grandchildren can see be very proud of, and ensures that his achievement of scoring both goals in West Ham United’s only European triumph to date will be honoured as part of the club’s legacy at Upton Park.”
Commenting on the vote, Joint-Chairman David Gold said: “Alan was a legendary player for West Ham United thanks to his exploits in our greatest-ever victory and Sealey House will stand as a testament to him as a man, and a player.
He made history at this football club and it is pleasing to see that this will be recognised at what remains an important site for all West Ham fans.
