Football Files - Episode 99 – DAVID JAMES

David James, born in 1970, began his football career in 1989 with Watford, achieving success in the FA Youth Cup. He joined Liverpool in 1992, initially struggling but later becoming a key player under Roy Evans. Despite criticism for modeling, he was Liverpool's first-choice goalkeeper for seven years. In 1999, he moved to Aston Villa, where his performance was inconsistent. Internationally, James debuted for England in 1997, eventually becoming the first-choice goalkeeper after 2002. He participated in the 2002 FIFA World Cup and was part of the 2006 squad.

In which year did David James start his professional football career?

• 1970

• 1989

• 1992

• 1999

What was a significant challenge David James faced when he joined Liverpool?

• Lack of playing time

• Conceding twenty goals in 11 games

• Contract disputes

• Injury issues

Which team did David James join after leaving Liverpool?

• Chelsea

• Aston Villa

• Manchester United

• Arsenal

How many times did David James play for the English national team?

• 10

• 33

• 50

• 100

Who was the regular England goalkeeper before David James took over in 2002?

• Paul Robinson

• Peter Shilton

• Dave Seaman

• Joe Hart