 Mr Armfield played for Blackpool and captained England |
Former England football captain Jimmy Armfield is set to return to the commentary box for the BBC. The BBC Five Live football pundit and former Blackpool defender has been treated for Non-Hodgkins lymphoma, a form of throat cancer.
He is now well enough to resume his broadcasting career and is starting by commentating on Bolton's match with Aston Villa on Sunday.
"You really have to persevere and try and hold on," he said.
"I know I'm not out of the woods by any means.
"I've got a lot to do, but I'm alright."
Armfield, 72, was awarded the OBE for services to football in 2000.
He has won 43 England caps and made a club record 568 appearances for Blackpool.
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