BBC’s Football Focus to end after 52 years‎

Long-running BBC sports programme Football Focus will conclude at the end of the 2025-26 season after 52 years. The British broadcaster confirmed the news in a press release on Thursday, citing “changing audience behaviours” as a reason for the decision. The programme was first broadcast in 1974, with former Arsenal goalkeeper Bob Wilson presenting the show during its first 20 years. Former Arsenal and England defender Alex Scott replaced Dan Walker as Football Focus host in 2021, and the BBC sa