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Why Alex Rae Nearly Walked Away From Football at 17
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THE WAIT IS OVER! Originally a Spotify exclusive, we are finally "releasing 'em"—the full, unedited video interview with Millwall icon Alex Rae is now on YouTube
With 256 appearances and 71 goals, Alex is a true Den legend. In this raw and unfiltered deep dive, he shares the stories that defined a golden era of South London football
Inside the Episode:
The Old Den: From nearly quitting at 17 to becoming a powerhouse.
Hard Men & Legends: Brutal tales of Terry Hurlock, Mick McCarthy, and Bruce Rioch.
Derby Chaos: Running battles with West Ham and the truth about Ian Wright.
The Drag Story: A legendary hat-trick followed by a police run-in... in drag!
Sobriety & Redemption: A candid look at his battle with addiction and finding peace.
Rangers Glory: Winning the league with his boyhood club.
Alex also discusses his charity work in Glasgow and his podcast, Moving the Goalposts.
Don't miss this piece of Lions history! 🦁
The ultimate podcast for passionate Millwall FC fans! 📺
🎧 Spotify: Listen Now
📱 Socials: @ThatMillwallPod
🌐 Web: thatmillwallpodcast.co.uk
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1 hour 42 minutes.