- Ian Wright resigns from MOTD
- Decision influenced by 60th birthday
- Grateful for impactful football career
The pundit stated that the decision had been “accelerated” since his 60th birthday last month, although it had “been coming for some time.”
Ian Wright has announced his resignation from the Match Of The Day programme.
The pundit stated that the decision had been “accelerated” since his 60th birthday last month, although it had “been coming for some time.”
It is with great gratitude that I reflect on the extraordinary run I had during the most renowned football programme ever.
Whoever is familiar with my backstory is aware of the profound significance the programme has had on me ever since I was a young child, he continued.
MOTD is the Holy Grail in my eyes. I declared to Des Lynam on my first performance, “This is my Graceland.” It shall perpetually remain my Graceland, and I shall perpetually observe.
“I am retracing my steps after making many beautiful memories and perfect companions.
“This decision has been in the works for some time; my birthday earlier this year may have accelerated the process, but in the end, it’s time to spend my Saturdays doing some more unique things.”
I am eagerly anticipating my final months on the programme and providing coverage of what will, with any luck, be an incredible Premier League title race.
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Wright tweeted the information accompanied by photographs from his time on Match of the Day.
Twenty-one years old when he joined Crystal Palace in 1985, the former footballer transferred to Arsenal in 1991.
Following that, Burnley, West Ham, Nottingham Forest, and Celtic all followed.
Wright has been active in the field of football commentary since his retirement.
