Legendary football commentator John Motson has died aged 77 leaving the world of sport in mourning.
Motson worked for 50 years for the BBC and commentated on more than 2,500 games on television and radio, becoming one of the most recognisable voices in English football.
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John Motson , known for his trademark sheepskin coat and affectionately nicknamed “Motty”, covered 10 World Cups, 10 European Championships and 29 FA Cup finals for the BBC before retiring from the broadcaster in 2018.
His final game for Match of the Day was that year, when he was behind the microphone for Crystal Palace’s 2-0 home win against West Brom before being invited on to the pitch and given a standing ovation by supporters.
He later came out of retirement for a stint at TalkSport.
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A statement from his family said: “It is with great sadness we announce that John Motson OBE died peacefully in his sleep today (Thursday).”
Tributes have flooded in for the legend from the world of football.
Gary Lineker wrote: “Deeply saddened to hear that John Motson has died.
“A quite brilliant commentator and the voice of football in this country for generations. He’ll be very much missed. RIP Motty.”
Jamie Carragher said: “RIP John Motson. An absolute Legend of the game. So many of us grew up listening to this man describe the action & goals on MOTD & cup finals. Sad loss.”
Former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell wrote: “Rest in Peace John “Motty” Motson an absolute legend and gentleman.”
While David Baddiel said: “John Motson. Oy. Feels impossible: a voice that, at one time, was football. RIP.”
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