Listen - Zola honoured to become West Ham boss

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A relatively turbulent week in West Ham's history has come to an end after Gianfranco Zola made his return to English football after a four year absence to take over Alan Cubishley's job.

The 42-year old left his position as assistant manager in the Italian Under-21 set up to take up the reins in East London and says he's honoured to be handed his first managerial job at such a club in the Premier League.

The former playmaker, who became a hero at West Ham's bitter rivals Chelsea during his playing days, says he's happy to face the challenges ahead.

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