John Beresford

John Beresford MBE (born 4 September 1966) is an English former professional footballer and sports television pundit. As a player, he was a left back who notably played in the Premier League with Newcastle United and Southampton. His time at St James' Park saw him win the Football League First Division title in 1992, as well as finishing runners-up in two Premier League seasons, as well as appearing in the 1998 FA Cup final. Initially coming through the Manchester City academy. he also spent time in the Football League with Barnsley, Portsmouth and Birmingham City, in Donegal, Republic of Ireland with Finn Harps, and with non-league sides Ossett Town, Alfreton Town and Halifax Town. He was capped twice at England B team level. Since retiring, he has largely worked as a pundit for ESPN. In 2017 he was awarded an MBE for his support for the "Show Racism the Red Card" campaign. Playing career Beresford was born in Sheffield, West Riding of Yorkshire. In his footballing career he played for clubs Manchester City, Finn Harps F.C. Barnsley, Portsmouth, Newcastle United, Southampton and Birmingham City.