The Commentators' View Returns for Series Three
Short overview
John Murray, Ian Dennis, and Ali Bruce-Ball return for series three of The Commentators' View, sharing World Cup final stories, Chris Sutton's clash with Spanish commentators, and previewing the new Premier League season.
The popular BBC podcast The Commentators' View is back for a third series, with John Murray, Ian Dennis, and Ali Bruce-Ball reuniting to discuss the latest in football commentary and beyond. The new episodes are available now on BBC Sounds and other major podcast platforms.
Highlights from the First Episode
In the opening episode, the trio reflects on their recent experiences, including Ali's first foray into athletics commentary, which he describes as a challenging yet rewarding week. They also discuss The Open golf championship and share behind-the-scenes stories from the World Cup final, including John and Ali's efforts to secure entry to the match.
Chris Sutton's Clash with Spanish Commentators
The episode also revisits a notable incident involving Chris Sutton, who had a heated exchange with Spanish commentators during a broadcast. The team breaks down what happened and offers their perspectives on the moment.
Listener Interaction and Tributes
Listener correspondence is a key part of the show, with messages, questions, and voicenotes welcomed via WhatsApp at 08000 289 369 or email at [email protected]. The episode also pays tribute to football legend Kevin Keegan, reflecting on his impact on the game.
Looking Ahead to the Premier League Season
The team looks forward to the opening weekend of the Premier League, analyzing potential storylines, including whether Manchester City and Liverpool's transitional phases could allow Manchester United to finish second. They also introduce a new segment called 'Clash of the Commentators' and a 'Great Glossary' of commentary terms.
Upcoming Commentary Schedule
Listeners can catch live commentary on 5 Live and BBC Sounds: Saturday at 15:00 sees Nottingham Forest v Leeds with Ian Dennis and Chris Sutton, while Ipswich Town v Sunderland airs on Sports Extra 2. Saturday at 17:30, Brentford v Spurs is on 5 Live with John Murray and Michael Brown. Sunday's fixtures include Manchester City v Bournemouth at 14:00 on 5 Live, Brighton v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 2 at the same time, and Newcastle v Liverpool at 16:30 on 5 Live with John Murray and Pat Nevin.
For more details and to listen to the full episode, visit the programme website.
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