Goodbye Martin Tyler: A Farewell to the Sky Sports Commentator
Martin Tyler has been a staple of football commentary in England for over three decades, but his time with Sky Sports is now coming to an end. The 77-year-old commentator has become synonymous with showing very little enthusiasm when Liverpool score, even in big moments and big games. His dour reaction to Liverpool goals is what he has become known for, with a brilliant comedian, Andy Cantwell, regularly mocking Tyler’s commentary online.
Tyler’s Controversial Comments
Tyler also fell foul of Liverpool fans last year when he made comments linking the Hillsborough disaster to hooliganism, saying “Hillsborough and other hooligan related incidents” in a radio interview. He later apologised, saying: “These are two separate issues. There is no connection at all between the Hillsborough disaster and hooliganism – I know that, and I was not implying that there was. I apologise sincerely and wholeheartedly for any misunderstanding.”
Tyler’s Greatest Premier League Moment
Tyler, who has commentated on some of the biggest moments in Premier League history, previously detailed the original ‘4-3 thriller’ between Liverpool and Newcastle as his greatest PL game.
Geoff Shreeves Also Leaving Sky Sports
Tyler isn’t the only person leaving Sky Sports, with it reported that half their football reporters have been axed, one of them could be pitchside reporter Geoff Shreeves. Shreeves has often had tense interviews with Jurgen Klopp post-match, including in July 2020 and February 2021.
Sky Sports to Continue Broadcasting Premier League
Sky Sports will continue as the main broadcaster of the Premier League in England next season, with BT Sport now rebranded as TNT Sports. TNT Sports replace BT in the 12.30pm Saturday kick off slots. Liverpool begin their new season live on Sky Sports against Chelsea on August 13.
Conclusion
Martin Tyler’s departure from Sky Sports marks the end of an era for football commentary in England. Tyler has become known for his dour reaction to Liverpool goals and his controversial comments about the Hillsborough disaster. He has commentated on some of the biggest moments in Premier League history, with his greatest moment being the original ‘4-3 thriller’ between Liverpool and Newcastle. With Tyler and Geoff Shreeves both leaving Sky Sports, it will be interesting to see who takes their place in the commentary box next season.