Paul Stanley Boardman (born 6 November 1967) is an English former professional footballer and

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broadcaster who worked for

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Football career

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in

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from the

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, Boardman signed a professional contract with

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, scoring on his league debut against

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. His career came to an end after two and a half years following an injury, having made only three league appearances.

Later career

After eight years spent doing

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on the comedy circuit, Boardman moved into television, presenting a show on satellite TV channel

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called ''Boobs''. He joined Sky Sports News as a presenter in June 2001, and also hosted the football phone-in show ''

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''. He later hosted Sky Sports' football-highlight show ''

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''.

Personal life

Boardman is the son of comedian

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and twin brother of television presenter

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. He supports Everton FC

References

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