Roy Keane Reveals Timeline for Exiting Punditry Career
[Image: Roy Keane after a match]
Legendary football pundit Roy Keane has lifted the lid on his plans to eventually hang up his mic and exit the world of punditry. Following a shocking headbutt incident with a fan earlier this year, the fiery Irishman has been reflecting on his experiences and contemplating his long-term future in the media.
Keane, 53, made the explosive revelation on the Stick to Football podcast, admitting that he "don’t think [he]’ll be doing punditry in 10 years’ time". The former Manchester United captain explained that the grueling schedule of attending matches, interacting with fans, and dealing with the occasional physical altercation has taken its toll. "The hassle of matches, getting to games and the hassle of fans – I was in court a few months ago with somebody headbutting me – do you think I enjoy that side of it? Absolutely not."
When asked about the prospect of returning to management, Keane hinted at the possibility, saying that he "had no problem going back in 10 years". The tactician has already had brief stints at the helm of Sunderland and Ipswich Town during his playing career, and this latest statement could signal an attempt to return to the dugout down the line.
Keane’s move into punditry began over a decade ago, with his debut stint on Sky Sports in 2011. Since then, he’s become a staple of both Sky’s and ITV’s football coverage, offering his fearless and often divisive opinions on some of the biggest games in the country.
So, what’s next for Roy Keane? With his comments sparking debate about his plans for the future, fans of the pundit will be waiting with bated breath for a more concrete statement. One thing’s for certain – Keane’s still got it, but will he keep it firing on all cylinders for the next 10 years? Only time will tell!
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Additional stats:
- Roy Keane made 480 appearances for Manchester United (1993-2005)
- His playing career saw him rack up 67 international caps for Ireland
- Keane has been in the punditry industry for over 12 years
- He debuted on Sky Sports in 2011, with ITV stints on the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Nations League follows