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What FIFA game did Ally McCoist commentate on, and what is his current job?

The former Scotland and Rangers striker has enjoyed a stellar career in media. But fans were reliving memories after hearing his voice at the World Cup

ALLY MCCOIST has previously been known mostly for his football career with Rangers.

He played over 580 games for Scottish club, netting a club-record 355 goals - but is now popular in the commentary box, giving his views and analysis on some of the biggest games.

 Ally McCoist's Glaswegian accent has been heard on FIFA computer games, in match commentaries and on the radio
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Ally McCoist's Glaswegian accent has been heard on FIFA computer games, in match commentaries and on the radioCredit: Jon Bond - The Sun

What FIFA computer game did McCoist commentate on?

While also commentating on football matches, the former Scottish international was also being heard through video games, notably EA Sports' FIFA series.

Alongside BBC's legendary commentator Jon Motson, McCoist's Glaswegian accent was sounding out on the new Career mode on FIFA Football 2004 and 2005 editions.


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But he was replaced by Clive Tyldesley and Andy Gray the following year.

Martin Tyler and Alan Smith now hold the position in the game's virtual commentary box.

 Ally McCoist, left, played for Rangers for 15 years before later managing the Scottish club
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Ally McCoist, left, played for Rangers for 15 years before later managing the Scottish clubCredit: KC Sports Pix, Contributor No 534426.22 Kilmardinny Grove Bearsden G61 3NY

What is McCoist's current job?

Towards the end of his playing career, McCoist began life after football and delved into media, most notably as a captain on BBC's Question of Sport.

He has spent plenty of time in commentary boxes but his media obligations took a back seat when he became Rangers' assistant manager in 2007, eventually taking over from Walter Smith in 2011.

McCoist returned to the media three years later, most recently as a presenter on Talksport's The Scottish Football show and a  pundit for BT Sport's coverage in Scotland.

He is currently in Russia as part of ITV's commentary team, working alongside Jon Champion.