Jacqui Oatley joins ITV as sports presenter

Jacqui will anchor football programmes on ITV4 and some coverage on ITV. Credit: PA

ITV today announced that Jacqui Oatley is to join the channel as a sports presenter.

From the beginning of the next football season, 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, who will also present the channel's darts coverage, 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."