Jim Beglin interview: How he became a co-commentator

In the NEW episode, number 260, Kyle Fansler talks with Premier League and Champions League co-commentator Jim Beglin. The duo go over a number of things regarding Beglin’s career as both a player and commentator....

In the NEW episode, number 260, Kyle Fansler talks with Premier League and Champions League co-commentator Jim Beglin. The duo go over a number of things regarding Beglin’s career as both a player and commentator.

• What life was like moving from Ireland to England as a teenager
• The experience of winning a league and cup double in the 1985/86 season
• Gruesome injuries that derailed a young a promising career
• How time off the pitch actually opened doors to commentary
• How he deals with criticism and remaining unbiased about clubs he represented
• Some of his best commentary memories at both club and international level

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