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Former Sky Sports Soccer Saturday anchor man to appear at Dudley Town Hall for night of football nostalgia and fun

A television great will be taking the stage of a Black Country theatre to share stories of his decades on the nation's screens.

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Jeff Stelling will bring stories of his years working on Soccer Saturday to Dudley Town Hall

Former Sky Sports Soccer Saturday anchor man Jeff Stelling will be appearing at Dudley Town Hall for a night of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment on October 31.

The presenter was the face of Saturday afternoon's on Sky Sports for nearly 30 years, working alongside football greats such as George Best, Rodney Marsh, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas to name but a few, and provided many memorable moments.

He'll take to the stage with his Sky Sports colleague Bianca Westwood to talk about his years on the show, behind the scenes anecdotes, favourite memories and what he really thinks about his own football club Hartlepool United.

Jeff Stelling will bring stories of his years working on Soccer Saturday to Dudley Town Hall

Jeff will also be joined on stage by former Arsenal and Aston Villa star Paul Merson to talk about all things football and their memories of the show, as well as answer questions from the audience.

The evening will also feature the opportunity to buy sporting memorabilia and there are VIP tickets available to meet and greet with the stars of the show.

A spokesman for Dudley Town Hall said: "Dudley Town Hall plays host to an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling, anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years.

"During the evening Jeff will share anecdotes from his amazing career that saw him rise to fame as the recognisable face of Sky Sports Soccer Saturday and behind the scenes anecdotes.

"He will be joined on stage by Bianca Westwood, his Sky colleague, as she hosts and roasts the anchor man!

"Jeff joined Sky Sports Soccer Saturday in 1994 and has presented almost every episode and worked with some legendary football stars from George Best, David Beckham, Roy Keane, and many more, too many to mention!

"On the night Jeff will also be joined on stage by very special guest Paul Merson as they chat all things football. There is also the chance to ask Jeff and Paul lots of questions with an audience Q&A, and to purchase some fantastic sporting memorabilia."

The show takes place on October 31 at Dudley Town Hall, with tickets costing £29.50 or £65 for a VIP ticket.

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