Chris Kamara, born Christopher Kamara MBE on 25 December 1957, is an English former professional footballer and manager who transitioned into a successful media career as a presenter and football analyst, notably at Sky Sports from 1992 to 2022.
Main Milestones
Birth
25 December 1957
Chris Kamara was born on Christmas Day, marking the beginning of a life that would be filled with football and media achievements.
Professional Football Debut
1974
Kamara joined Portsmouth in November 1974 after being spotted playing for the Navy by Portsmouth manager Ian St John. He made his first team debut in August 1975.
Football League Trophy Runners-Up
1985
Kamara won a Football League Trophy runners-up medal with Brentford in 1985, playing at Wembley in a 3–1 defeat to Wigan Athletic.
Second Division Title with Leeds United
1989-1990
Kamara helped Leeds United win the Second Division title in the 1989-1990 season, although he was injured for much of the following season.
Managerial Career
1995-1998
Kamara managed Bradford City from November 1995 to January 1998, leading the team to promotion out of the Second Division via the play-offs in 1996. He then briefly managed Stoke City from January to April 1998.
Sky Sports Career
1992-2022
Kamara worked as a presenter and football analyst at Sky Sports for 30 years, becoming well-known for his excitable nature and comical gaffes on Soccer Saturday.
Goals on Sunday Co-Presenter
2000-2022
Kamara co-presented the weekly Sky Sports show Goals on Sunday, providing match analysis and commentary.
Ninja Warrior UK Co-Presenter
2015-2022
Kamara co-presented the ITV series Ninja Warrior UK alongside Ben Shephard and Rochelle Humes.
Departure from Sky Sports
2022
Kamara left Sky Sports at the end of the 2021-2022 football season after 30 years of service.
Publication of Second Autobiography
9 November 2023
Kamara's second autobiography, titled Kammy, was published, detailing his tough upbringing and football career.
