Alex Scott has finally been confirmed as the new presenter of Football Focus. Current presenter Dan Walker is leaving the show after 12 years in the role and Scott had been widely tipped as his replacement.
Now, the worst kept secret in sport has been announced. Scott becomes the first female host of the Saturday lunchtime show, which has been a BBC staple throughout the football season ever since 1974.
Following confirmation, in a message to viewers she declared: "I just wanted to send a quick message to let you all know how excited and honoured I am to be announced as the new Football Focus host. "And it is not lost on me, one bit, because I know how iconic the show is and what a big deal it is. "But I would like to take a moment to thank
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