Jumping the fence to become Full Pundit

There is a point in the career of a retired footballer when they go Full Pundit.

Not all reach this level: It is a graduation of sorts, the culmination of a long journey from the muck and sweat of the playing field to the make up and lights of the studio.

Some never progress past the stage of “doing a bit of TV work while I get my coaching badges,” never mind reach the ultimate nirvana of Full Pundit.