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#3 Alex Scott
English Football Hall of Famer Alex Scott has had an illustrious playing career. She has made 140 appearances for the England women's national football team. Scott even won the quadruple with Arsenal in the 2006-07 season. It'd be right to say that she might even be overqualified for a pundit.
Of course, making it to the top in a male dominated profession like punditry is no mean feat, but Scott has done it on the basis of pure merit. Her expert knowledge and thorough analysis makes her a welcome addition on both Sky and the BBC.
When Scott is in the studio, serious football will be discussed. She can pick apart matches accurately, dissect tactical systems and she does it all while being extremely engaging. The 37-year-old is undoubtedly one of the best football pundits right now.
#2 Jamie Carragher
Jamie Carragher is one of the most recognizable faces in the world of punditry right now. Throughout his career, Carragher stood out for his intelligence on the field, which helped him bypass a lot of his shortcomings. He has now carried those brains into the studio and Sky will always be indebted to him for it.
An extremely well-read and articulate ex-professional, Carragher's words are always measured and to the point. He has a great knowledge of the game. Carragher is a vastly experienced football player who won the Champions League and went toe-to-toe with the very best during his heyday.
He has plenty of charisma and has formed a wonderful partnership with Gary Neville. Even though Carragher and Neville lined up for bitter rivals Liverpool and Manchester United back in the day, they make for a great team in the studio.
#1 Gary Neville
Gary Neville is hands down the best football pundit in the world right now. He is one of the most successful English footballers of all time and spent his entire illustrious career at Manchester United. He was coached by the great Sir Alex Ferguson and the man is chock full of knowledge about the game.
Like Carragher, Neville is also extremely articulate. Debates that involve Neville are an absolute treat for any football fan. His incredible in-depth analysis of players, their strengths and weaknesses are all elite and a treat for football fans.
He also has a sense of humour which always helps keep people tethered to the show. Neville is currently the gold standard for football punditry and we're happy he is setting the standards even in his post-retirement life.
