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Gareth Southgate needs to find a spark to ignite England's attacking play at the Euros or it will be the end of the road for him and his team Keonhacai, writes Kaveh Solhekol. Host of 606 since 2018 with Chris Sutton, Alistair Bruce-Ball is one of 5 Live’s principle Premier League commentators. Alongside his role as a co-commentator, the Scotsman also spent a couple of years as Motherwell CEO, though resigned in 2002 due to financial issues. Regularly seen on Match of the Day and often heard on talkSPORT, Danny Murphy is one of the BBC’s most established co-commentators. Sparks – who has also reported from games for Final Score and 5 Live – was nominated for Commentator of the Year at the 2023 Football Supporters’ Association awards.
The daughter of Leeds United and Wales legend Terry Yorath, former gymnast Logan anchored the Beeb’s coverage of the 2022 Women’s Euros and 2023 Women's World Cup, too. Here, we run through all the faces (and voices) involved in the tournament this summer... The former midfielder, who made 25 appearances for Newcastle before leaving for America in the 70s, now works as a commentator on Spanish football and loves Lionel Messi. When Steven Gerrard pulled one back after Liverpool went in at half-time 3-0 down, it seemed a consolation at best. Collymore is most definitely talking way too much for a co-commentator here on talkSPORT, and almost gets in the way of the goal. The country had gone football mad, as does the world every four years, and in the opening game the home side took the most unexpected of leads.
Wembley win would be the perfect reward for a club that continues to do things differently, writes Adam Bate. He might have to do everything if they are to win Euro 2024 but on this evidence maybe he can, writes Adam Bate. Gary Neville said Gareth Southgate must 'find solutions' to England's underwhelming start to Euro 2024 or their tournament will end badly. Gareth Southgate's second-half subs improved England's display against Slovenia, with Kobbie Mainoo now sure to start the last-16 clash on Sunday, says Gary Neville.
They go against the principles of analytics now guiding the game but maybe that is a good thing, writes Adam Bate. John Murray is 5 Live’s senior football commentator and has also covered golf, cricket and the Olympics during his career. A Berlin native, Huth will commentate on games at his home tournament, providing expert insight into fixtures. He made 19 appearances for Germany during his career, but will be making his BBC debut at Euro 2024. A regular on the BBC’s women’s football coverage, Vicki Sparks became the first woman to commentate on a World Cup match on UK TV when she held the mic for Portugal vs Morocco at Russia 2018.
McLeish and his staff were relieved of their duties in 2019, though, with McFadden since moving into punditry work north of the border. This won't be the first time that Fabregas has worked for the broadcaster, though, having acted as a pundit - to great acclaim and addulation - during the 2018 World Cup. Having scored six goals at Euro 96 on home soil, Shearer won the Golden Boot, helping him provide greater insight into decisions made by the likes of Harry Kane, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe at Euro 2024.
The defender is still plying his trade with Braga in his home nation, but will rock up in Germany with the BBC ready to offer an alternative perspective on games this summer. England's No.1 knows what it's like playing for the Three Lions at an international tournament in Germany, having done so at the 2006 World Cup. Now a figure in the media landscape, Robinson has worked for Sky Sports in the years since his retirement. This summer will see the former England international come full circle, though, after he first broke onto the scene in 2006 at the World Cup in Germany as a 17-year-old. An instantly recognisable voice, Jonathan Pearce has been commentating on the Beeb since the 90s, covering major men’s and women’s tournaments and featuring prominently on Match of the Day. The lead BBC commentator for the Women's Euro 2022 and Women's 2023 World Cup, Cowen will also be the voice for a number of games at Euro 2024 this summer.
Before starting his managerial career at Derby in 2018, Lampard worked for BT Sport as a pundit, as well as for the BBC at the 2018 World Cup. Euro 2024 has seen the BBC descend on Germany with a star-studded cast of pundits, commentators and presenters to cover all of the action from the summer's tournament. The legendary names behind the names that Clive has written on his charts are among the proud owners of these stylish souvenirs of their finest hours.
The broadcasting legend has continued to offer live commentary for ITV since then but was informed before the Euros that he would not be kept on beyond the quarter-finals. The 69-year-old joined forces with Ally McCoist for one last time on ITV to cover Germany's win over Denmark. Goals from Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala saw the hosts progress to the quarter-finals, where they will face Spain or Georgia for a place in the last four. IT was the end of an era last night as Clive Tyldesley signed-off from commentary on ITV for the final time. The former Ajax, Chelsea, Birmingham and Wigan defender retired from professional football over a decade ago now, in Qatar, but the Dutchman has since moved into the media. Jose Fonte knows what it takes to triumph at international level, having done so with Portugal at Euro 2016.
Arsenal and England favourite Alex Scott only retired from professional football in 2018, but she is already one of the BBC’s most prominent presenters. She became the broadcaster's first female pundit for a men's World Cup when featuring on a panel at Russia in 2018. One notable pundit has already left the coverage, however, with Wayne Rooney returning to England as he prepares for his first season as manager of Plymouth Argyle. Still, that doesn't detract from the quality of the coverage available from the broadcaster in Germany, despite Rooney's expert insight and analysis on games. Two goals were chalked-off while the penalty awarded to the host nation - from which they took the lead - was a hot topic of debate.
McCoist initially screamed "it's a goal" after viewing initial replays but later changed his mind and admitted Oliver had got the decision right. And he made reference to an iconic Scottish band during his complaints - one that didn't go unnoticed by punters watching on at home. Tyldseley also revealed that his contract wasn't being renewed, bringing an end to a staggering 28-year career behind the mic for the network. Tyldesley, 69, was in the gantry alongside Rangers and Scotland legend Ally McCoist to call last night's Germany vs. Denmark clash at Euro 2024. And the iconic commentator gave a nod to an iconic Scottish band as he bid farewell to the broadcaster. Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022.
She's previously worked for the BBC at Euro 2020, too, and is a regular feature on Match of the Day. The BBC’s main commentator for more than a decade, Guy Mowbray is the voice of the broadcaster’s FA Cup and international coverage these days. Shearer has also be on co-commentary duty for multiple games in the tournament, including England's opener against Serbia.
Now in his 25th year as the BBC's football anchor, Gary Lineker leads the coverage of yet another major tournament this summer. Thomas Frank is also set for a UK return, with pre-season with Brentford just around the corner. The Dane impressed in his role as pundit in his multiple appearances, offering a deeper perspective on the game. Back in the days when commentators didn’t shout and scream and get excited, Wolstenholme’s calm reaction to England sealing World Cup victory is iconic. Chelsea, Liverpool and Barcelona have all been involved in games featuring some of the most iconic pieces of commentary ever to wash over our ears. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services.
Hart only retired from professional football at the end of the season, but his next career path could involve punditry and the media. The 37-year-old featured in four major tournaments for England during his playing career, and will return as part of the BBC team at Euro 2024. Fans no longer need to block out a full afternoon or weekend in front of the TV since they can also find "goals as they go in" online. Many users also prefer to use text commentary updates that are provided on most social media platforms and sports portals such as the BBC, Sky Sports and most of the tabloid websites such as the Telegraph. The Premier League's all-time top scorer is one of the BBC's most prominent pundits, having covered tournaments for the broadcaster since the 2006 World Cup.
He first joined Future in December 2020, working across FourFourTwo, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with FourFourTwo permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future. A regular on Fox Sports USA, Melchiot has also worked for several sport talk shows and radio stations in the world, with BBC the latest to add to his roster. Conor Coady seems a shoo-in to make the move into the media once his playing career finishes, and working for the BBC this summer provides him with a great opportunity.
Fronted by the legendary Edwyn Collins, the band enjoyed success throughout the 80s. Orange Juice were an iconic Scottish band, founded in Glasgow during the 1970s. But now Tyldseley, who also had a popular spell as Rangers TV's commentator, is on his way to pastures new. One of the voices for a generation, Tyldseley was ITV's main man at several World Cups, Euros and FA Cup Finals, but it was his Champions League commentary that no doubt made him a household name for most. ITV are yet to confirm their commentary pairings for the remainder of the tournament, although Matterface and Lee Dixon will be behind the microphone in the latter stages. "I think I'm now number three. That contract runs out at the end of this tournament. They told me it won't be renewed - they told me that around a month ago.
Three times a Premier League champion with Arsenal, Martin Keown regularly provides co-commentary and punditry on the Beeb. Part of the BBC’s major tournament commentary team for well over a decade, Steve Bower has covered football from non-League right up to the Champions League. Capped 43 times by England, the former defender played in all three of his country’s games at Euro 92. Best known for his spell in England with Everton and Birmingham City, McFadden also played 48 times for Scotland during his career. Upon retiring in 2018, he moved into coaching, first with Motherwell and then the national team under Alex McLeish. Lampard's last role in football management came a year ago, as interim at Chelsea, so the former England midfielder has been drafted back into punditry by the BBC.
One of the longest-serving commentators at the BBC, Steve Wilson joined the network back in 1998. A mainstay of Match of the Day’s commentary team, while working for Eurosport, Mowbray called the 1998 World Cup final at the age of just 26 – becoming the youngster person ever to do so. Wales' captain during their successful Euro 2016 run, Williams has since retired and become a prominent figure on the BBC during international tournaments.
The Scottish manager will share his BBC duties with Talksport, having also been announced as part of their co-commentary team for Euro 2024. Chapman has worked outside of football, too, most notably on the BBC's coverage of the Rugby League. The popular Lancastrian headed up The NFL Show between 2016 and 2020 as well. Clive has become synonymous with shouting “ROONEEEYYYY” for ITV during England games over the last 15 years. This commentary of Steven Gerrard’s sweet half-volley against Olympiakos, a late goal which sealed qualification to the knockout stages of a Champions League they would go on to win, is absolutely brilliant.
In the 82nd minute, Kostas Manolas headed in from a corner to send Roma through on away goals. The commentary can make or break how – and for how long – a goal is remembered. Words can make a huge difference in adding goosebumps after moments of football brilliance. Listen to live and exclusive coverage across the talkSPORT network of the Premier League, EFL, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, EFL Cup, UEFA Nations League, the Women's Euros and the World Cup. Brilliant gift idea, beautifully and clearly presented and the option of having a signed personal message on the back from Clive is great. Referee Michael Oliver quickly chalked it off after penalising Joshua Kimmich for a block in the immediate build-up.