Ray Parlour

Ray Parlour, or known to his fans as "The Romford Pelé", had a fantastic career as a professional footballer from 1992-2007.

Parlour played for Arsenal for a phenomenal 14 years starting as a trainee in 1989, he had his break through match against Liverpool in 1992 where he scored a penalty in their 2-0 triumph. His high energy performances continued and he thrived under the management of Arsne Wenger from 1996 as he became a regular fixture in midfield.

In March 2000, Parlour hit a hat-trick and then again just seven month later but one of his fined moments was in November 2003 as he captained the team to 5-1 victory beating Internazionale at San Siro. Ray Parlour holds Arsenal's record for most Premier League appearances at 333.

His career continued in professional football after leaving Arsenal as he signed for Middlesbrough, Hull City and Wembley.

Ray Parlour is now available for after dinner speaking and personal appearances