Paul Merson
Paul Merson is a former English professional footballer and current sports commentator, known for his time as a midfielder with clubs such as Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Middlesbrough. After retiring from professional play, he transitioned into a career in media, providing analysis and commentary on football for various networks, including Sky Sports. Merson is recognized for his insightful critiques of the game, often offering a candid perspective on the performance of teams and players. His recent comments regarding Manchester City's struggles in the Champions League highlight his belief that the team is aging and losing competitiveness.
Born on Mar 15, 1970 (55 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 3,593 | $403,000 | 267$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 89,548 | $340,000 | 313$ |
| Totals | 2 | 102,759,824 | 93,141 | $743,000 | 580$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Vietnam:
Paul Merson stated that Amorim does not want to stay at Manchester United and the club has an escape route with his comments.
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Norway:
Paul Merson praised Arsenal's goalkeeper for his crucial saves during the match.
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Norway:
Paul Merson commented on Kvaratskhelias' scoring as unbelievable.
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Indonesia:
Paul Merson commented on Arsenal's need to focus on securing a top-four finish.
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Italy:
William recalls watching Paul Merson play for Aston Villa during his teenage years.
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Uruguay:
Paul Merson criticized Núñez's actions, calling them very stupid.
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Iceland:
Paul Merson criticized the referee's decision regarding Konaté's foul.
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Argentina:
Merson stated that Manchester City had become an 'old' team struggling to compete at a high level.
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