We are saddened by the death of John Motson, footballer commentator and a long-time supporter of Christians in Sport, who died today at the age of 77. John's family are very much in our prayers at this time.

John was born on July 10, 1945, in Salford. His father was a Methodist minister and introduced John to football at a young age. His passion for the game developed and, in 1968, John began a broadcasting career with the BBC that would last almost 60 years.

Motson was awarded an OBE for services to sports broadcasting in 2001 and continued live broadcasting until retiring from commentary in 2018. His distinctive voice and colourful commentary style are recognised by fans across the world as the soundtrack to many of football's most memorable moments.

Rev Canon Andrew Wingfield Digby – founder of Christians in Sport reflected:

“From the earliest days of sports ministry in the UK, John supported and encouraged the emergence of Christians in Sport and was a friend to many who were involved in the early days of our ministry. Not only was Mottie a legend in football but a man of sincere Christian faith and true integrity. He will be much missed by many of us.”