It's not every day you get a chance to sit back and meet football legend David James. The former Liverpool goalkeeper is no stranger to our shores. Having visited the country previously before the lockdown, he's back for Astro's Premier League Studio coverage-a visit that almost didn't happen due to the passing of HRH Queen Elizabeth, and the uncertainty of the games being held that weekend.
Over a cup of coffee at Ascott Star KLCC Kuala Lumpur, we spoke about football, his newfound love for art, his favourite Malaysian dish and why in his opinion the match between England and Wales in the World Cup will be the interesting match to watch.
What brings you to Malaysia?
James: This trip was initially to do two weekends of Premier League football with Astro but unfortunately, because of the sad passing of the Queen, which happened the day before I was supposed to travel out, [I stayed back]. There was also the question of whether the games were going to be held that weekend. I was going to come out with my partner anyway, and the game being called off gave us an opportunity to explore Malaysia.
What are some key places you've visited in Malaysia so far?
James: I'm not a traditional tourist... I like going off the track a little bit. I've been to Genting Highlands, and that was interesting. My family has a small history with Malaysia. When my dad was in the army, he was stationed in Borneo, so I've read and gotten familiar with Malaysia even before my first visit here.
You know how our lives centre around food. Any Malaysian dish you fancy?
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هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة November 2022 من Tatler Malaysia.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
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