PAUL MERSON

Being a pundit is a strange job. You get to talk about football for a living, which is great, but you also have to deal with a lot of criticism. Some people love you, some people hate you, and some people just don't care. You have to be able to take it all in your stride.

I've been a pundit for over 20 years now and I've seen it all. I've been praised for my insights, and I've been criticized for my opinions. I've been called a genius, and I've been called an idiot. But through it all, I've always tried to stay true to myself.

One of the hardest things about being a pundit is dealing with the negativity. It can be really tough to read some of the things people say about you online. But I've learned that you can't take it personally. You have to remember that most people are just expressing their opinions and that they don't necessarily reflect the truth.

Of course, there are also some great things about being a pundit. I get to meet some amazing people, and I get to travel all over the world. I've been to some incredible places, and I've met some of the biggest names in football.

It can be a lonely job at times, but I wouldn't trade it for anything. I love talking about football, and I love sharing my opinions with others. I know that I'm not always right, but I'm always honest. And that's all that matters.

If you're thinking about becoming a pundit, I would say go for it. It's a great job, but it's not for everyone. You have to be able to handle the criticism, and you have to be willing to put yourself out there. But if you're passionate about football, and you're not afraid to share your opinions, then I say go for it.