Prince William has hailed commentator John Motson as “a legend whose voice was soccer” following his demise on the age of 77.
“It’s with nice disappointment we announce that John Motson OBE died peacefully in his sleep at present,” mentioned a press release from Motson’s household on Thursday.
Prince of Wales led tributes to Motson on Thursday, tweeting to say he was “very unhappy” to listen to of his demise.
Kate Middleton’s hubby wrote: “Very unhappy to listen to in regards to the passing of John Motson – a legend whose voice was soccer. My ideas are along with his household and buddies.”
Motson, often known as “Motty”, grew to become synonymous with English soccer throughout his distinguished 50-year profession with the BBC. He retired in 2018 after overlaying 10 World Cups, 10 European Championships, 29 FA Cup finals and greater than 200 England matches.
Motson started working for Match of the Day in 1971 and commentated on greater than 2,500 video games. His enthusiasm and deep information of the sport, its gamers and managers, earned him a spot within the hearts of followers for 5 a long time.
