Jacqui Oatley is to join ITV as a sports presenter from the beginning of the next football season, the channel has announced.
The first female commentator on Match of the Day will anchor football shows on ITV4 as well as some coverage of matches on the main ITV channel.
Oatley, currently a freelancer, will also present the channel’s darts coverage and has previously presented football programmes on ITV, including FA Cup and Africa Cup of Nations action.
Niall Sloane, ITV director of sport, said: “Jacqui’s outstanding knowledge and experience make her a first-class addition to the ITV Sport team. We look forward to welcoming her on board in September.”
Oatley said: “I’m delighted to have been asked to join the ITV team from next season. I’ve had a fantastic time working with them over the last couple of years and look forward to continuing that relationship at major tournaments.”
