Fizz and chips with Chelsea’s Ken Bates | Letter
Colin Sweeney reminisced about a memorable meal with former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates during his parents' 60th wedding anniversary in 1999. Bates, who passed away on July 11, famously offered £1 for a chip from Sweeney's great-grandchild, Matthew, and promised him a future position in Chelsea’s finance department. The encounter highlights Bates' unique personality.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 16:51 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 17:10 UTC
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