#  @patmurphybbc Pat Murphy Pat Murphy posts on X about retirement, moscow, ipswich town, in the the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::747220393/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -26% - [--] Month [-------] +14% - [--] Months [---------] +535% - [--] Year [---------] +82% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::747220393/posts_active)  - [--] Month [--] -86% - [--] Months [---] +400% - [--] Year [---] +83% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::747220393/followers)  - [--] Week [------] -0.04% - [--] Month [------] -0.02% - [--] Months [------] +5.30% - [--] Year [------] +5.30% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::747220393/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [premier league](/list/premier-league) #3021 [finance](/list/finance) [countries](/list/countries) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [musicians](/list/musicians) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) [nba](/list/nba) **Social topic influence** [retirement](/topic/retirement), [moscow](/topic/moscow), [ipswich town](/topic/ipswich-town), [in the](/topic/in-the), [russia](/topic/russia), [gold](/topic/gold), [bbc](/topic/bbc), [night](/topic/night), [pereira](/topic/pereira), [fan](/topic/fan) **Top assets mentioned** [GARY (GARY)](/topic/gary) [Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)](/topic/google) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Will never forget how helpful Norman Gifford was to me in my early days as a novitiate writer of cricket books. A fund of terrific anecdotes delivered in salty warm fashion. RIP a lovely man & very fine spin bowler" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2014020639925940604) 2026-01-21T17:01Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Farewell to a great player & man - so much love in the room#nffc" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2017255420671226102) 2026-01-30T15:15Z 36.9K followers, 71.6K engagements "Final thought from John Robertsons emotional memorable funeral service. The exit music as he left us was the Rolling Stones Honky Tony Women. Typical Robbo - an individualist right to the end. The congregation smiled affectionately. RIP" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2017512842497310936) 2026-01-31T08:18Z 36.9K followers, 23.1K engagements "I reckon @BBCSteveR has one of the most difficult jobs of any TV reporter. Dont know how this braveresourceful guy manages to keep his head above the water in Russia. Our Man in Moscow on Monday night at 8pm @BBC1 is a must for me. Hope we see him play the piano" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2017596348862718222) 2026-01-31T13:50Z 37K followers, 48K engagements "My broadcasting hero along with John Arlott. Still miss Terrys masterly command of vocabulary innate timing irreverence & kindness. His use of the pause & momentary silence were such a contrast to the inane babbling from other presenters. A full recording of what was broadcast that Sunday morning on BBC Radio [--] between [--] and [--] with Mark Goodier stepping in to play some of Terry's favourite music and read out listener's memories and comments https://t.co/Q65d9IzvZx A full recording of what was broadcast that Sunday morning on BBC Radio [--] between [--] and [--] with Mark Goodier stepping in to play" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2017707150101843988) 2026-01-31T21:10Z 36.9K followers, 21.5K engagements "Great choice. Gareth has a fund of stories. I always found him an excellent tourist. Cricket snappers put up with a lot - proper pros Absolutely buzzing to announce that @Cricketphotogra is joining us as our guest speaker in Norwich on Thursday [--] April. Looking forward to hearing about his [--] years of photographing the @englandcricket mens team home & abroad and viewing a selection of his stunning photos. 📷 https://t.co/fEYFH8mqHD Absolutely buzzing to announce that @Cricketphotogra is joining us as our guest speaker in Norwich on Thursday [--] April. Looking forward to hearing about his 20" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/2017944016923378124) 2026-02-01T12:51Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "I will admit to bias but watching @BBCSteveR last night in Our Man in Moscow on @BBC1 surely helped to restore many peoples faith in brave journalism. The man is a marvel of resourceful dignity. One of the great doorsteppers. Much respect" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2018636769546129815) 2026-02-03T10:44Z 36.9K followers, 44.3K engagements "Courage doesnt come into it. I think it does @BBCSteveR and the example of cool firm journalism you set is an example to all aspiring reporters. Our Man in Moscow was riveting on all levels. And teamwork is absolutely crucial. Time that Moscow bureau scooped a few awards" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2018802709273743546) 2026-02-03T21:44Z 36.9K followers, 13.6K engagements "Were [--] episodes in with the latest series of @BBCSilentWitness as it relocates to Birmingham. So where are the Brummie accents Whats the point in moving from London when you dont get the flavour of the new location" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022061946422669718) 2026-02-12T21:35Z 36.9K followers, 12.6K engagements "Becoming Victoria Wood on U & Gold was a loving fascinating insight into a wonderful writer/performer. Revealing account of what she had to surmount in those early yrs of vile misogyny & indifference. School of Hard Knocks. Trailblazer always on the underdogs side. Much missed" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022419620158935060) 2026-02-13T21:16Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements "I can see why @NFFC appointed Pereira. The players will like himhell relate to the fans & as with @Wolves last season has enough good players to avoid relegation. But hes a rolling stone never stays long at a club. Will he force the players to take a hard look at themselves" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023317077407244435) 2026-02-16T08:42Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements "I know diddledy squat about winter sports but I think I can suss out a good pundit when I hear one. And @LizYarnold is excellent - explains the technicalities with clarity & verve. And her authority as a double gold medallist establishes her credentials @BBCSport" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023319658586341482) 2026-02-16T08:52Z 36.9K followers, 12.8K engagements "A word on Marinakis. Hell expect Pereira to be his nodding doghaving employed him in Greece. And it might be a good idea if Marinakis stopped behaving like a starstruck fan at the final whistle high-fiving the @NFFC players outside the dressing-room. Looks pathetic" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023330891884315064) 2026-02-16T09:37Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements "I know all that. My original point [--] hrs ago was about ignoring radio" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1687140051145170950) 2023-08-03T16:55Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "How trueCharles - good spot. All credit to the players. Especially after being bowled out for zip in a home semi- final. Easy to do the pr after scoring a century but not on a day like this. Shows respect to the supporters" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1696633206848524405) 2023-08-29T21:17Z 35.7K followers, 19.4K engagements "Thats management young man. Referees respected Cloughie. Brian Clough never tolerated his players swearing at referees https://t.co/sYm5vLTohi Brian Clough never tolerated his players swearing at referees https://t.co/sYm5vLTohi" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1697532416141713573) 2023-09-01T08:50Z 35.8K followers, 42.6K engagements "Very sad. I remember spending Christmas Day [----] with him at the family farm alongside his Zim team-mates. Generous & thoughtful. Loved his time @Edgbaston Everyone at Warwickshire is shocked and saddened to hear that former Captain Heath Streak has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. RIP. #454. https://t.co/69Wzim3r6m Everyone at Warwickshire is shocked and saddened to hear that former Captain Heath Streak has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. RIP. #454. https://t.co/69Wzim3r6m" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1698298952070603048) 2023-09-03T11:36Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Benchedsadly for @5liveSport reporting duties today at Villa Park. Laryngitis. Not ideal for a radio gig. Hope to scrub up soon. There are consolations though - good excuse to savour a single malt or three to ease the throat angst" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1702956490301010267) 2023-09-16T08:04Z 35.7K followers, 17.5K engagements "@TheBarmyArmy Bit dogmaticsurely Holding v Boycott Barbados Test [----] was rather special. Why the need to single out one great over in Test history" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1728546038569406673) 2023-11-25T22:47Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "Of all Englands near misses in football competitions since [--] I think Euro [--] under Terry Venables was the most galling. Clearly those players loved him as he managed the delicate balancing act between tactical sharpness & keeping Gazza involved. RIP a supreme man manager" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1728785635471773984) 2023-11-26T14:39Z 35.6K followers, 10.7K engagements "@chrislepkowski @rebabenzir @dwinnera I was at Brazils games in the North West. Sickening assaults on Pele. Yet he responded in the grand manner [--] yrs later in the greatest of all World Cups. Now he deserves to be in that GOAT conversation if we must have itnot players favoured by superb pitches & gullible refs" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1737978588320710865) 2023-12-21T23:29Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements "Victoria Wood With All The Trimmings - BBC2. It may be [--] yrs old but still timeless. Wonderful talent. Gave her best lines to her mates. Sadly missed" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1738936243033870360) 2023-12-24T14:54Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "For an hour @stokecity competed hard v @OfficialBHAFC playing on the front footas promised by Schumacher. Created enough chances against a fine PL side. No reason why they cant kick on with a fresh approach. Baker important to them if he can stay fit. Need luck with injuries" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1743690547028504784) 2024-01-06T17:46Z 35.6K followers, 18.3K engagements "Amid the plethora of footy pundits @kickback_nedum is one of the better newcomersimo. His dryunderstated humour is welcome amid so much hyperbole. And hes no stranger to joined-up sentences with thoughtful opinions @BBCMOTD" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1743772821195505904) 2024-01-06T23:13Z [--] followers, 32.3K engagements "Terrific interview just now on @BBCWorldatOne with the actor @juliehes on the Post Office scandal. She always seems a decentgenerous soul" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1744349763456135388) 2024-01-08T13:26Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "@vicderbyshire @ShelaghFogarty @BBCTwo @BBCNews Outstanding programme. Presented with empathy to the victims then with appropriate rigour when tackling the Post Office Minister. Shortsharp questions always a good strategy" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1745466390419542016) 2024-01-11T15:23Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "@RichardCox380 @BCFC @stokecity Got my one mistake of the day late onRichard Sandersen not Donaldson. Detention looms. Best wishes to you" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1748765735374008801) 2024-01-20T17:53Z 35.7K followers, [---] engagements "@J1Womble @WisdenCricket His family came to SA for the last Test but the tour management wouldnt pay for their accomodation. So Barnes told them to poke it. He knew his own worth. Bet he wouldve signed for Kerry Packer" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1753791462511194320) 2024-02-03T14:44Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements "A word on Dan Ashworth - one of the most impressive backroom figures in football during my time in football. His family home in the West Midlands is much nearer @ManUtd than @NUFC" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1758220848752652718) 2024-02-15T20:04Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "A parochial view on Roy Hodgson. With Dan AshworthDean Kiely & Keith Downing as his football management structure @WBA was formidable for a time. Deano once told me learned more about the game on those Friday afternoons when the weeks work was done than the previous decade" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1758233870032379959) 2024-02-15T20:56Z 35.6K followers, 19.3K engagements "RIP Mike Procter. Superb all-roundergenial company hugely popular in county cricket. Wrote [--] books with himthe 1st an hilarious challenge as he could hardly remember any of his prodigious feats. Look it up in Wisdenmate hed say. Couldnt ever be annoyed with a great guy" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1758917379466117556) 2024-02-17T18:12Z 35.6K followers, 31K engagements "The best planning meetings are always in the pub Prepping with @nickowentv and @rosenthal_jim for our show at Huntingdon Hall a month tonight March 20th. Itll be an evening of shameless name-droppinggossip & insights & questions welcomed @WorcTheatres" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1760342050644390340) 2024-02-21T16:33Z 35.6K followers, 165.3K engagements "Funny man Stan Bowles. When I interviewed him for my Entertainers series ( OsgoodMarshWorthington et al) in [----] he told me he pulled off [--] new boot deals at the same time - different colours for either foot different manufacturers . Loved a fag & a bet. Genuine maverick" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1761496357313929565) 2024-02-24T21:00Z 35.6K followers, 13.3K engagements "@JonForestH @carl_aldred Gary BIRTLES" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1762874796839239901) 2024-02-28T16:17Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements "@RHolmes70 @Wolves What price the need for a new manager/head coach to get a good pre-season under his belt GON had no such luxury @Wolves" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1766527283093741753) 2024-03-09T18:11Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements "Well saidStan. Gordon Cowans remains the absolute favourite player of so many @AVFCOfficial fans of my acquaintance- for his decency as much as his playing eminence. Understated modest secure in himself as a player always approachable. A gentleman. To say it's upsetting to find out Gordon Cowans our "Sid" at Villa is now in a nursing home as his dementia takes hold is an understatement and I'm sure upsetting to everyone in the Villa family. As a footballer he was one of my true heroes a majestic ball playing https://t.co/ZMOJGtZt2u To say it's upsetting to find out Gordon Cowans our "Sid" at" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1773499000357872006) 2024-03-28T23:54Z 35.6K followers, 29.3K engagements "I reckon the rise & rise of @IpswichTown is one of the best stories of the season. Expected by many to fade after a great start experienced a few glitches over Xmas/New Year but they are top of the table. Back-to-back promotions beckon to the top tier for 1st time since Ramsey" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1774010150992408748) 2024-03-30T09:45Z 35.6K followers, 45.1K engagements "Whatever happens to @LutonTown over the next few wksIve been very impressed by the way theyve handled themselves off the field. Their media team & Rob Edwards have been unfailingly co-operativehonest & approachable. Wish some of the more glamorous clubs followed suit" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1784261552931017070) 2024-04-27T16:41Z 35.8K followers, 59.4K engagements "@nigetassell That pass from Pele. Joyous goal. My favourite football team. What a beautiful strip as well" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1784708161636601972) 2024-04-28T22:15Z 35.7K followers, [---] engagements "For me @IpswichTown is the story of the season. No parachute payments spent just 4.7m in the past [--] seasonsshrewd loan deals clear philosophy terrific manager front footexpansive style losing just [--] games last [--] seasons. As near as youll get to modern football romance" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1785422934707691640) 2024-04-30T21:36Z 35.9K followers, 403.3K engagements "In recruiting players from schools of hard knocks around the English leagues @IpswichTown havent been tempted by European talents. McKenna et al realised there were many nuggets to unearth around the country with much to prove. Might explain the teams never-say-die attitude" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1785425785051811861) 2024-04-30T21:47Z 35.8K followers, 48.3K engagements "Those who carp about @IpswichTown credentials for PL survival next season might allow them to celebrate today a remarkable feat. And consider a few clubs of their size are surviving ok amid the elite. And theres always KMcKenna to keep a cool head" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1786751853901832632) 2024-05-04T13:36Z 35.9K followers, 29.7K engagements "@BCMbaziira Scored more goals than any other side in their division. Just [--] defeats in the last [--] Lge games. Amazing amount of late goals. Reckon @IpswichTown have earned the accolades" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1786752980563210609) 2024-05-04T13:41Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@SanFranSully @IpswichTown Agree about those clubs youve mentioned. And @IpswichTown finished 5th in [----] after getting promoted to the PL via the play-offs didnt they" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1786797099155063155) 2024-05-04T16:36Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@nickowentv Jim's anecdotes about Muhammad Ali covering [---] Grand Prix playing football with Michael Schumacher presenting live coverage of England's World Cup rugby union triumph back in '03 are worth the admission price alone. We'll do our best Jordanaires to Jim's Elvis as back-ups" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1787875918062453114) 2024-05-07T16:03Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@footballmemorys My favourite team - and strip. Glamorous fallible happily scored more than conceded. What a forward line What a goal by Carlos Alberto in the Final" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1792669206317834290) 2024-05-20T21:30Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "Football clubs taking their supporters for mugs Part [----]. this time @Wolves and the owners abysmal genuflection to the bean counters over season ticket sales. They know a boycott wont materialise significantly because the fans love their club. Follow @SPQR_10 for much more" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1794065201706274833) 2024-05-24T17:57Z 35.9K followers, 14.6K engagements "@henrywinter Smart thinking by McKenna. A move to an elite PL club will come eventually after getting first-hand experience @IpswichTown next season His reputation with the fans will now be sky-high.hope they remember this day when he hits an inevitable bad patch. And he gets a pay rise" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1796205517016068526) 2024-05-30T15:42Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Video - Google Photos Our D-Day tribute last night @redditchpalace at the end of our show. Perhaps Jim and Nick werent quite word perfect but their hearts were in the right place & the audience loved it. Back on the boards again July 5thLudlow. https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNveFHRWRQ7-ex_ACDtuiZG-NOLEhjbqW2rPhx3RublmTRA35i1jLwr7_PKGQRIrw/photo/AF1QipNFTGaP358KdRBkhRTtUqyCEi38u3ylKzS-bp1Dkey=LUJBaUI2Y2lHc2o4TWVRNGN5T1VYOU9BUWdPZ0dn" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1798641436209910041) 2024-06-06T09:01Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Ludlow Assembly Rooms July 5th @nickowentv back in his favourite county reminiscing about his illustrious broadcasting career. Myself and @rosenthal_jim will try to get a word in edgeways [---] yrs between us in the business Name-dropping guaranteed" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1801174012430622871) 2024-06-13T08:45Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Very sad to hear of the passing of Kevin Campbell. Such an effervescent character. Brilliant player to interview. Hugely influential in the Great Escape for @WBA in 2004/5. Theyll not forget him at the Hawthorns or any of his other clubs. RIP Kevin" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1801911831419568445) 2024-06-15T09:37Z 35.9K followers, 20K engagements "This post may age badly come next May but I don't think @IpswichTown will struggle in top flight. Think there are enough inferior teams who lack McKenna's insistence on playing with a swagger & refusal to play possession for possession's sake. Keeping Hutchinson was vital 1/2" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824083228774289473) 2024-08-15T13:58Z 35.9K followers, 76K engagements "@chrislepkowski @IpswichTown And they're not short of money either due to their American backers. No need for the 'plucky little Ipswich' condescending narrative. Try saying that to Kieran McKenna. He knows what he's doing & he has experience in the dug-out of the @premierleague" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824085737748283579) 2024-08-15T14:08Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "@thedreadedlurgy I think that 'step-up' argument is overplayed. Apart from the elite upper echelon there are enough average players & teams to give @IpswichTown breathing space. They have a coherent comfortable playing style with an impressive young manager with a deal of experience" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824086492089589763) 2024-08-15T14:11Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "@StewartDelglyn That's the attitude Stewart Cut them some slack & enjoy the long journey" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824092034023440675) 2024-08-15T14:33Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@englishwithandr @markhales @thedreadedlurgy @IpswichTown Agree" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824104677870330185) 2024-08-15T15:23Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "Crucial substitutions yet again by Unai Emery in the David Cameron Derby @AVFCOfficial and @WestHam Emery seems to have the knack of when & whom in his 2nd half decisions. A valuable managerial asset" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1824877495675687184) 2024-08-17T18:34Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Tom Fellows. Fine young player. Great outlet for @WBA on the right wing laid on both goals v @stokecity with composure. Coujdve scored [--] himself. At [--] credit to the Baggies Academy" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1827376715737243920) 2024-08-24T16:05Z 35.9K followers, 28.5K engagements "@stnazaire42 @ChrisMears1 With respect to Jeff Astle - picking him ahead of Osgood for the Brazil game was a nonsense. That game was made for Ossie - his ego & supreme talent wouldve flourished against Pele & co. Just [--] caps for England. Scandalous" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1831006027170386031) 2024-09-03T16:27Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements "Exceptional coverage tonight of the Grenfell tragedy on @BBCNewsnight and anchored by @vicderbyshire with great sensitivity & authority. The closing sequence devastating. RIP" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1831457793033015710) 2024-09-04T22:22Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Everything crossed for Gary Shawsadly in a coma. Just about the friendliest pro footballer Ive met - & he remained so in his later media career. Always wanted to know the latest @WarwickshireCCC news. One of lifes natural chucklers @AVFCfficial" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1833423606035906987) 2024-09-10T08:33Z 35.9K followers, 26.9K engagements "Fascinatingfluctuating game at Taunton. Intriguing final day looms @SomersetCCC @surreycricket" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1833921083969307000) 2024-09-11T17:30Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "@thechelskikid Absolutely. Peter Osgood should be ranked alongside Peter Bonetti Roy Bentley Charlie Cooke Jimmy Greaves John Hollins as well as those from the Recency Groups shallow research. Youth is wasted on the young" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1833951945813622912) 2024-09-11T19:33Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@1968Tv Memorable jaw-dropping TV. The brash Mr Clough in his element" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1834196897747091528) 2024-09-12T11:46Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "20 yrs ago today the most distinctive voice in football was finally stilled. Brian Clough was not only a brilliant manager but a unique personality. Those who revere current brash mediocrities shouldve been lucky enough to spend [--] mins in Cloughies company 1/2" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837034116354584980) 2024-09-20T07:40Z 35.9K followers, 65.6K engagements "2/2 That morning NigelC rang to say Brian had just passed away. The news wasnt to break for a few more hrs. So we cleared the decks on @bbc5live and were ready to go from 2-10pm. Cloughie deserved that blanket coverage. They broke the mould with him" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837034836319469681) 2024-09-20T07:43Z 35.9K followers, 104.6K engagements "I wonder if @BumbleCricket remembers the day I took him to meet Cloughie at his home. Barbara always loved his cricket commentaries & she put on a bumper spread. I loved listening for hrs to [--] great sporting charactersfull of respect for each other" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837100376077562340) 2024-09-20T12:03Z 35.9K followers, 21K engagements "Typical. He sent my mother flowers in hospital when he was close to passing away. @patmurphybbc My Dad interviewed Clough just after my brother was born. Clough asked him how my Mum was and Dad told him about the new baby. Clough told him to go home - he should be with Mum then sent her a bouquet apologising for detaining him. Theres a certain style to that @patmurphybbc My Dad interviewed Clough just after my brother was born. Clough asked him how my Mum was and Dad told him about the new baby. Clough told him to go home - he should be with Mum then sent her a bouquet apologising for" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837113382136054022) 2024-09-20T12:55Z 35.9K followers, 12.9K engagements "Thank you so muchRichard. He used to say what does your mam call you PatrickBrian Well thatll do for meyoung man @patmurphybbc Your interviews with him were superb. You got so much out of him as he clearly respected your straight and direct approach. Something rather lacking in your trade today. Loved how he called you Patrick too @patmurphybbc Your interviews with him were superb. You got so much out of him as he clearly respected your straight and direct approach. Something rather lacking in your trade today. Loved how he called you Patrick too" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837122573248712805) 2024-09-20T13:32Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "I wouldnt say thatPhil - but I stayed in the verbal wrestling with him bobbing & weaving enjoying the challenge. Loved talking politicscricket & Sinatra with him during his retirement. And listening to his football thoughts - never daring to disagree with him @patmurphybbc @BumbleCricket Not many knew Our Brian better than you Pat. @patmurphybbc @BumbleCricket Not many knew Our Brian better than you Pat" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837136685571682715) 2024-09-20T14:28Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "I dont know. Cant you get it on BBC Sounds @patmurphybbc @BBCDerby Do you know how can people listen to that outside the area Pat Would be a great listen @patmurphybbc @BBCDerby Do you know how can people listen to that outside the area Pat Would be a great listen" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837147566485458954) 2024-09-20T15:11Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "He was wrong & he knew it even if he took too long to apologise. @patmurphybbc OK Pat. But as we (and you) know full well the damage is done in the first minute when the narrative is set. Despite "your" apology Pat the myths persist to this day with chants (and opinions) that are ill-informed and hurtful. In part perpetuated by Clough. Poor poor poor. @patmurphybbc OK Pat. But as we (and you) know full well the damage is done in the first minute when the narrative is set. Despite "your" apology Pat the myths persist to this day with chants (and opinions) that are ill-informed and hurtful. In" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837159866621710663) 2024-09-20T16:00Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Thoughtful touch from @AVFCOfficial todayleaving the press box seat empty that was usually occupied by Gary Shaw. Tribute from yours truly just before 2pm on @5liveSport" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837449805418618968) 2024-09-21T11:12Z 35.9K followers, 128K engagements "Impressed by Ollie Watkins just before kick-off today @AVFCOfficial when he went over to Gary Shaws family & his former team-mates on the touchline as they prepared to honour him. Decent gesture. He seems to know the clubs history" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1837541670360908074) 2024-09-21T17:17Z 35.9K followers, 51.7K engagements "Its a reflective timewith the county season squelching sadly to a soggy end & some admirable stalwarts retiring - but spare a thought for the tireless groundstaff up & down the countrytrying to cope with our bizarre climate. Thank you" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1839641728598303062) 2024-09-27T12:22Z 35.9K followers, 18.8K engagements "2/3 various dedicated cricket societies keep the flame flickering over the winter. But the championship - born [----] - faces a challenging future. Its being marginalised by ludicrous scheduling & focus on a tawdry midsummer competition 2/3" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1840369107721449856) 2024-09-29T12:32Z 35.9K followers, 14.8K engagements "3/3 as the @ECB_cricket chases money over enduring quality. The poor weather this summer also hasnt helped. Mercifully the @BBCSport website & continuous commentaries on @BBCSounds have helped but Ive never been more worried about a great competitions future" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1840370047476236412) 2024-09-29T12:36Z 35.9K followers, 42.4K engagements "So @WorcsCCC finish 6th in the county championship table [--] pts clear of relegation. After all their challenges this year thats a tremendous achievement and fitting memory for @joeleach230 on retirement. Great servant to a grand club" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1840429053561508195) 2024-09-29T16:30Z 35.9K followers, 27.4K engagements "At the age of 22making his Test debut Joe Root looked a special talent. Undeniably a great batsman a decade on. Few combine consistency with aesthetic appeal as much as Root. Always a team man an adornment to English cricket" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1843998218880950546) 2024-10-09T12:53Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "Joe Roots flexibility during an innings is as impressive as his classy strokeplay. Always adapting thinking through the game situation rarely ruffled. Lies in wait then goes through the gears. A master craftsman" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1844000949226086485) 2024-10-09T13:04Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "You just never knowJon. Shows the importance of stability a sound pre-season shrewd signings & the need for the fans to stick with the players. A lot of love around at the City Ground these days - an exhilarating place for a neutral reporter #nffc @patmurphybbc Good evening Pat what do you think of Forests performance so far this season Can we keep this up and secure a European spot next season All the best @patmurphybbc Good evening Pat what do you think of Forests performance so far this season Can we keep this up and secure a European spot next season All the best" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1853026431023943998) 2024-11-03T10:48Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements "@HLTCO Great guy.universally popular in our trade. Hope he gets back as soon as he feels like it" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1855959125483454828) 2024-11-11T13:01Z 35.7K followers, [----] engagements "OTD [--] yrs ago I joined the BBC. The last [--] yrs in the Radio Sports Dept. Now Sports Reports longest-serving reporter on Saturdays. A childhood ambition realised. I fluked a few fifties in village green cricket but this particular one means the most #supportthebbc" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1858420864682762519) 2024-11-18T08:03Z 35.4K followers, 134.7K engagements "Thanks Neil. Doesnt tempus fight @patmurphybbc Astonishing record Pat a brilliant half century and still telling it like it is succinctly cleverly and with total authority. A master of the mic. I joined the Evening Echo Southend as a sports reporter in [----]. It was clearly a special year 👏🍾🎧 @patmurphybbc Astonishing record Pat a brilliant half century and still telling it like it is succinctly cleverly and with total authority. A master of the mic. I joined the Evening Echo Southend as a sports reporter in [----]. It was clearly a special year 👏🍾🎧" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1858461790188745007) 2024-11-18T10:46Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "Interesting. I liked PL & respected that he could take hard questions. Didnt have a pot to p.s in at Villa @patmurphybbc thanks for always holding Paul Lambert to account. You saw straight through him. @patmurphybbc thanks for always holding Paul Lambert to account. You saw straight through him" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1858609442511548548) 2024-11-18T20:33Z 35.5K followers, [----] engagements "What a Brazilian team.and strip. What A Picture Azteca Stadium Mexico [----] https://t.co/CXz7xAQpNl What A Picture Azteca Stadium Mexico [----] https://t.co/CXz7xAQpNl" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1859158109664461019) 2024-11-20T08:53Z 35.5K followers, [----] engagements "Matheus Cunha is a Brazilian footballer. That is all. Providerscorerphysically strongconvinced of his own sublime talent. Unfazed by any challenge. Let him plough his own furrow without coaches interfering & this maverick will keep @Wolves up" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1860462910293590149) 2024-11-23T23:18Z 35.4K followers, 37.4K engagements "It does if you are as productive as Cunha. Let them try to tinker but leave individualists like Cunha to prosper. Coaches & managers love shrieking at players with sublime talent & self-confidence & then claiming credit for their progress. Its [----] in a Pep-influenced Premier League. No one gets to plough a furrow without coaches interfering at any club in any position in the league. It just doesnt exist. Its [----] in a Pep-influenced Premier League. No one gets to plough a furrow without coaches interfering at any club in any position in the league. It just doesnt exist" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1860474008690413793) 2024-11-24T00:02Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "Top of my headwithout saying they were outstanding.L.Bailey CunhaDuranSemenyo Mitoma PalmerNetoSarr A.Traore Fatawu Grealish Doku Richarlison MaddisonSummerville. Enough for you @patmurphybbc Could you provide references to [--] or even [--] Premier League players who are currently afforded this luxury @patmurphybbc Could you provide references to [--] or even [--] Premier League players who are currently afforded this luxury" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1860478268610154834) 2024-11-24T00:19Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "Dont know what my remarks about Cunha have to do with Emery - especially as I said today on @5liveSport that @AVFCOfficial were careless faffing around that @CPFC deserved at least a point & that it was a soft penalty. I support no team. @patmurphybbc Lazy Lazy Patrick. You really haven't a scooby. So far up Emery's ass. Very predictable lazy Murphy punditry @patmurphybbc Lazy Lazy Patrick. You really haven't a scooby. So far up Emery's ass. Very predictable lazy Murphy punditry" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1860481711001272809) 2024-11-24T00:33Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "Despite dropping another [--] pts today I still think @IpswichTown wont get relegated. Horrendous run of injuries & concentration lapses near full-time have cost them but they play with pride precision & passion. Theyre well coached with character. Just need to defend better" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1875956647711109318) 2025-01-05T17:24Z 35.2K followers, 39K engagements "I had the great pleasure of working with Denis Law alongside Peter Jones & Bryon Butler at matches when I joined the radio sports dept [--] - odd yrs ago. He was great company - irreverentsparky & never talked about his brilliant career. What a player. RIP" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1880341538062102818) 2025-01-17T19:48Z 35.2K followers, 33K engagements "When you see kids clutching their shirt cuffs while running after a ball think of Denis Law who brought that habit back to England after his short spell in Italy. And he did it with a swagger. Thats why United fans loved him so much. Genuine star quality. RIP" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1880344959422984358) 2025-01-17T20:02Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "Denis Law was as brave as a lion brilliant in the air - hanging up there longer than his opponent - and a consummate goalscorer. Loved by the Stretford End but never more so when refusing to celebrate after his goal for Man City relegated Utd in [----]. Classy" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1880365477593248046) 2025-01-17T21:24Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "Did anyone celebrate a goal with more style than Denis Law That one-armed saluteshirt sleeve over his wrist and for variation a leap & punch in the air. Denis spawned generations of imitators but he was inimitable. He was also a great player" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1880367326899675582) 2025-01-17T21:31Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "@DearnMichael Agreed. Known him since his Ipswich days as a player. Hasnt changed" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1883221645894267208) 2025-01-25T18:33Z 35.1K followers, [---] engagements "@historyrock_ Loved Creedence Clearwater Revival. Swamp rock. John Fogertys rasping voice so different" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1885833848354660703) 2025-02-01T23:33Z 35.1K followers, [---] engagements "Just two yrs ago @IpswichTown were playing in Div [--] - now theyre up against top players every week. Thats how far they have come. For most games this season they have fought hard. Ninety changes to their line-up this season doesnt help" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1908563892789273004) 2025-04-05T16:54Z 34.9K followers, 14.4K engagements "One of @dcfcofficial strengths is in set pieces so how do @WBA react By gifting them [--] goals in 1st half hour. After that youre chasing the game against a team full of defensive grit & character. And when Vickers produced that superb save just before half time it was decisive" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1914356981369807331) 2025-04-21T16:34Z 35K followers, 11K engagements "I know @Wolves faced feeble opposition in @LCFC & that hes behaved like a pillock at times this season but when he plays like this today Cunha looks a very fine player. Unlike other gifted mavericks he knows when to pass the ball. Andre & JGomes equally superb" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1916167336760951105) 2025-04-26T16:27Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "@henrywinter And Henrydespite retiring prematurely at the age of 33Ancelotti won [--] European Cups & multiple Italian trophies as a thoughtfulcreative midfielder. Is there another football figure who rivals him for trophies as player & manager combined Fantastic CV" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1921968812389290242) 2025-05-12T16:40Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "I remember Eberechi Ezis audacious goal for @QPR at the Hawthorns in [----] when he chipped in from [--] yards. He looked a special young player then & for @CPFC he has developed impressively. Thomas Tuchel at Wembley yday to see Eze suggest hes the future for England" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1924007206678081677) 2025-05-18T07:40Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "I did say no problem with hearing from the fans - but [--] Sundays in a row from PL fans @patmurphybbc @ObserverUK Unfortunately with the odd exception here and there the standard of football journalists has fallen dramatically. To be honest there are a lot of ordinary fans out there who speak and write about the game far better than the so-called 'professionals'. @patmurphybbc @ObserverUK Unfortunately with the odd exception here and there the standard of football journalists has fallen dramatically. To be honest there are a lot of ordinary fans out there who speak and write about the game far" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1924387349867221009) 2025-05-19T08:51Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "Real Madrid v Eintracht Frankfurt [----]. Puskas/Di Stefano - accept no other contenders @80s90sfootball [----]. Steaua Bucharest vs Barcelona @80s90sfootball [----]. Steaua Bucharest vs Barcelona" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1928933325365748037) 2025-05-31T21:55Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "Just the [--] players then in a very long season. Burn out Some mighty fine players in that pic. The manager wasnt too shabby either. First Division Champions 1980/81. #AVFC https://t.co/NuowguQxaz First Division Champions 1980/81. #AVFC https://t.co/NuowguQxaz" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1930707263058071936) 2025-06-05T19:24Z 34.9K followers, 72.6K engagements "Ron liked a firm grip when shaking hands As for my tradehe was generally fine with local media - but suspicious of London press. Never blocked me from interviewing any of his Villa players. Great manager we locals respected him. @patmurphybbc How did you find Ron S @patmurphybbc How did you find Ron S" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1931262210619158717) 2025-06-07T08:09Z 34.9K followers, 11.9K engagements "So what do those devotees of [--] day Tests make of a [--] day gripper which was resolved in the final hour last day with the weather of no influence Magnificent fluctuating matchwith the losing side 430/3 at one stage. Massive kudos to both teams #EnglandVIndia" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1937601654519431394) 2025-06-24T20:00Z 35K followers, 95.8K engagements "Outstanding dignity & courage from Amy & John. Can only imagine what theyve gone through this past year. A triumph for the human spirit. Impeccably steered with great sensitivity by @vicderbyshire Standing Strong: the John & Amy Hunt interview @BBCOne 9pm Standing Strong: the John & Amy Hunt interview @BBCOne 9pm" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1938345470801129546) 2025-06-26T21:15Z 35K followers, 13.3K engagements "Ridiculoustawdry idea. What are we likely to learn from players or managers under pressure The game is eating itself. When America sneezes British sport catches a cold. Just leave us with some mystique Pathetic American led drivel. No fan wants this rubbish doubt players and managers too keen either. Pathetic American led drivel. No fan wants this rubbish doubt players and managers too keen either" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1938642408427921471) 2025-06-27T16:55Z 35K followers, 22.8K engagements "Ned Larkins & Geoff Cook were the best opening pair in county cricket [--] a decade. Geoff would guide the bad balls for 4giving the strike to Ned & hed smash the good balls for six. A typical lunch score for @NorthantsCCC on day [--] would be 120/0 with Cook on [--] & Larkins 80*" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1939256112777146795) 2025-06-29T09:34Z 34.9K followers, 10.6K engagements "Is there a better sport than Test Cricket Individual heroics intense drama ebb & flow. All down to the final session on day [--] for the 3rd Test in a row. And @bbctms is the best companion of all. Great insights absence of bias just enough humour. Age shall not wither" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1944778048886153583) 2025-07-14T15:16Z 35K followers, 138.3K engagements "For those who dispute the claims of Joe Root to batting immortality because he hasnt scored a Test century in Oz - hang fire till next Jan. And Hutton & Compton scored just [--] each. Anyone disagrees that they were great batsmen" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1949068218326298630) 2025-07-26T11:24Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "I believe the word is pressure. England needed [--] with [--] wkts in hand plus the heroic Woakes. Indias bowlers were up to the challenge. Fair play to them. @patmurphybbc Jamie Smith @patmurphybbc Jamie Smith" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1952479141355532571) 2025-08-04T21:17Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements "Didnt register at the time but @chriswoakes ran [--] runs in that short pship with Atkinson. Cant imagine the pain he was feeling as he ran up & down. And then he still had the good grace to stand there in the middle congratulating the opposition. What a model sportsman" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1952482914928828897) 2025-08-04T21:32Z 35.1K followers, 74.3K engagements "He was the fastest England bowler in that series in the view of the teams wk Paul Downton. One last hurrah from Beefy. Lord Beefy bowling against Australia in [----] with that remarkable mane like mullet - the great man took [--] wickets at [-----] in that series but he was already past his best and on his way to being at Test level the archetypal trundler https://t.co/kWOQDBEqDk Lord Beefy bowling against Australia in [----] with that remarkable mane like mullet - the great man took [--] wickets at [-----] in that series but he was already past his best and on his way to being at Test level the" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1955921599288455455) 2025-08-14T09:17Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements "Always thought John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival had one of the great rock n roll voices. Fascinating article in todays @guardian about his struggles & writing [--] songs for the band. And at [--] still going strong" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1956351363165667736) 2025-08-15T13:44Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements "First-rate analysis on the Alaska summit from @gilliantett on @BBCNewsnight as we await breaking news. She speaks in concisejoined-up sentences with authority & insight gleaned no doubt from impeccable sources. Excellent pundit" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1956476096414900432) 2025-08-15T22:00Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements "Wonderful batsman - rarely gets a mention among WI greats. Superb bad wicket player with @WarwickshireCCC The legendary Rohan Kanhai dressed for once for the committee room rather than the middle https://t.co/dEXkZFtykt The legendary Rohan Kanhai dressed for once for the committee room rather than the middle https://t.co/dEXkZFtykt" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1957566467852943421) 2025-08-18T22:13Z 35.1K followers, 13.2K engagements "Nino isnt one to play media games at @NFFC anymore than he did @Wolves where he kept the journos at arms length. Definitely not one to leak his agenda never mind come out publicly with such incendiary stuff like today. Sounds like he wants out. Might have no choice now" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1958935197036016002) 2025-08-22T16:52Z 35.1K followers, 10.7K engagements "Had to laugh watching @BBCMOTD and the difficulties so many keepers experienced trying to play out of their penalty areas. When did this boring tippy tappy nonsense become vogue So many sides now try to mimic peak Man City without the skills on the ball" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1959558114560102445) 2025-08-24T10:07Z 35.1K followers, 11.8K engagements "Its the @NFFC fans I feel sorry for after so many dire years. Nuno gave them dreams of sunlit uplands but fading away in April/May gave Marinakis ammunition. Nuno knew what he was doing ironically using the media he barely tolerated. Risky strategy to go public recently" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1965446619144523886) 2025-09-09T16:06Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "@RichardM8422 @NFFC Agreed. Especially as he was never expansive with the media but now - suddenly - he decided to use them to send a message to the owner. No doubt the pay- off from Nunos new contract will soften the blow if hes out of work for a time but the fans are the real losers" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1965448109540213103) 2025-09-09T16:12Z 35K followers, [---] engagements "Anton Stach of @LUFC looks a player. Tall & commanding in midfield knows when to time a pass can smack a free-kick with power & swerve. Ran the show today against a pallid @Wolves who have defensive frailties" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1969445370980610052) 2025-09-20T16:55Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Not even the horrors of tonights M42 diversions could mar my enjoyment in the car of the @5liveSport coverage of the Ryder Cup. Refreshingly free of jingoism admirably fair-minded not afraid to call out the morons in the stands clear descriptions of golfs complexities" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1972066194405708048) 2025-09-27T22:29Z 35K followers, 10.2K engagements "Id like to have a pint or five with Shane Lowry. What a team player. The lads walking off the last https://t.co/dLJjSSfc8G The lads walking off the last https://t.co/dLJjSSfc8G" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1972076845727379928) 2025-09-27T23:12Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Typically thoughtful. Appreciate his contributions. The bigger picture. "I didn't enjoy football as much" ❌ 🔴🙏 @kickback_nedum opens up on how grief shaped his career - and how it could be affecting #LFC players #BBCFootball https://t.co/IBe8tW3QYr "I didn't enjoy football as much" ❌ 🔴🙏 @kickback_nedum opens up on how grief shaped his career - and how it could be affecting #LFC players #BBCFootball https://t.co/IBe8tW3QYr" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1975099056239313001) 2025-10-06T07:21Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Just watched on BBC4 a classic chat show from [--] yrs ago that stood the test of time. Parky interviewing the charming David Niven for [--] mins. No gimmicks egos or over-populated sofa. Timeless formula - great raconteur superb host not getting in the way" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1976005404003024945) 2025-10-08T19:22Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Agreed. I would have liked a whole programme with Taylor Swift who is just about the biggest name in popular music today. More depth needed less fluff. @patmurphybbc Graham Norton is entertainment. Its generally fluff & none sense. Id prefer a different show like Parkinson or Wogan. They could gain a deeper insight into celebrities often exposing their vulnerabilities thus making them more human. Its something our society needs @patmurphybbc Graham Norton is entertainment. Its generally fluff & none sense. Id prefer a different show like Parkinson or Wogan. They could gain a deeper insight" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1976204582696124448) 2025-10-09T08:34Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "I think Graham Norton is very talented with a sharp wickedsense of humour. Just feel hed be better served with fewer guests on his sofa. Feels too crammed & rushed. Could do without all that air-kissing when the music interval is done. Love the red chair Norton at his best @patmurphybbc Well said Pat the other guests looked a little uncomfortable that all the focus was on Taylor rather than being shared. To be fair to Graham Norton most of his shows are engaging with all the guests contributing on a shared level. @patmurphybbc Well said Pat the other guests looked a little uncomfortable that" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1976218146370715663) 2025-10-09T09:28Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "@AdamHingley @aa_richards It's true.Cloughie v hot on use of full names.Hence Edward SheringhamGeoffrey Boycott etc.And Nottingham always" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/309359622228176897) 2013-03-06T17:47Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements "Understand no decision on new @OfficialWolves Head Coach until after weekend.Same [--] names still in ring - DavisJackettCoyleMcClaren" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/339733427425259520) 2013-05-29T13:22Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements "Understand new head coach @OfficialWolves Kenny Jackett will meet the media on Monday morning.So a Jackett isafter allrequired" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/340475984820174850) 2013-05-31T14:32Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements "Yes #lcfc Knockaert irritates the bloodsweat 'n tears brigade but love watching him.Forget the tracking backlook at the flicks & dragbacks" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/428317074029817856) 2014-01-29T00:02Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements "Rowett goes up [--] divisions as manager but he's brightprogressive & has served his time at Burton. At 40it's his time.Good luckneeds it" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/526469993547186177) 2014-10-26T20:26Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements "2/2 fitting memorial to himjust look around Molineux & imagine what it was like [--] yrs ago.And he did so much more.Genuine philanthropist" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/556402560928874497) 2015-01-17T10:48Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements "A [--] man list will be whittled down to [--] after due diligence & discreet soundings.No one tops that list at the moment.Bruce & SClarke on it" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/783382834518065152) 2016-10-04T19:06Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements "@AVFCStatto All [--] years of it. Some records are more impressive than others. Football didnt start in 1992" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1890917815525273711) 2025-02-16T00:15Z 35.1K followers, 20.8K engagements "Now thats an important contribution from a great golfer & impeccable sportsman. Id like to congratulate @RyderCupEurope on their victory. Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly Id like to apologize for the rude and mean-spirited behavior from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player Captain and as an American I Id like to congratulate @RyderCupEurope on their victory. Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly Id like to apologize for the rude and mean-spirited behavior from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1972719615252852865) 2025-09-29T17:46Z 35K followers, 14.6K engagements "And now we have Taylor Swift showing off her engagement ring to Graham Norton [--] guests on his sofa struggling to get a word in edgeways & then Lewis Capaldi coming on effing & jeffling while the audience laughs uproariously. Are our attention spans really that short these days @patmurphybbc it was as if he just set a 'Newton's Cradle in motion' with a flick of the finger.Recognised that the guest was the story. Niven Ustinov Sellers Kenneth Williams all superb and when more than one on the same programme it was like watching friends have a chat. superb. @patmurphybbc it was as if he just set" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1976202019481477595) 2025-10-09T08:24Z 35K followers, 10.2K engagements "Very kind of youTim. We all found it a fascinating insight into the stresses of playing sport for a living. And no shortage of humour @bromsgrove_arts @patmurphybbc An absolute joy to do this show at Fairfield with @patmurphybbc - thank you SO much @bromsgrove_arts. Pat you were superb @bromsgrove_arts @patmurphybbc An absolute joy to do this show at Fairfield with @patmurphybbc - thank you SO much @bromsgrove_arts. Pat you were superb" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1978750445825802292) 2025-10-16T09:10Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Altho not at their best @Coventry_City impressed with their positive attitude after going [--] up on the hour. No game management for them as they swept forward in exhilarating fashion. No wonder theyve scored so many goals. And a 5th consecutive clean sheet. Happy days here" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979579934927732751) 2025-10-18T16:06Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Just [--] goals conceded in [--] Lge games by @Coventry_City as important as the [--] theyve scored. The keeper & the back [--] have started every match. Getting the pts without the injured Rudoni impressive. Simms a great chaser of lost causes as impact sub" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979581775912288599) 2025-10-18T16:14Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Much respect to @NFFC Ryan Yates for accepting responsibility to deal with multiple interviews after AngeP sacking. How many others wouldve headed for the hills in such circs But Yates has been at the club since he was [--] & behaved like a professional" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979669640231137345) 2025-10-18T22:03Z 35K followers, 55.6K engagements "I can think of many club captains who would do a runner in such circs. Yates genuinely loves the club & has willingly fronted up to represent publicly @NFFC long before he got the title. He will be feeling these farcical developments keenly. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He's Club Captain that's why @patmurphybbc @NFFC He's Club Captain that's why" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979842852021797032) 2025-10-19T09:31Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "I like the verve & boldness in this @Coventry_City team. While others tediously worship the great god possessionwith the back [--] & gk rolling the ball around aimlessly this lot are progressive swift & try the wonder pass. Why not Theyre in the entertainment business. @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Happy days indeed Pat & glad you had the chance to watch us in a game we had to grind out rather than steamroller. New & nervy feeling for us to be leading the pack at this stage (or any stage) of the season. Crucially though our manager has much experience in that regard #pusb @patmurphybbc" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979867482757419402) 2025-10-19T11:09Z 35K followers, 14.6K engagements "Youre not going a gold star interview so soon after the news. Yates did stacks of interviews in quick succession because he felt it the right thing to do. Not many modern footballers would bother to front up. You should try squeezing quotes out of them at such times. @patmurphybbc @NFFC Problem is Pat from what I saw on MOTD he just rolled out every football cliche going after a managerial sacking Just said what every other player says after theyve collectively lost a fella his job. https://t.co/bcLnBTYowr @patmurphybbc @NFFC Problem is Pat from what I saw on MOTD he just rolled out every" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1979873220330487949) 2025-10-19T11:32Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Dyche as smart a move by @NFFC as daft as appointing AngeP. The new man will have them defending deeply & counter-attacking swiftly in the manner of Nuno. Will improve defending set pieces & woe betide anyone who doesnt work hard. Dyche also inherits some fine players" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1980571801886572943) 2025-10-21T09:48Z 35K followers, 12.5K engagements "Dyche is a savvy media performer. Hell be sharp enough to mention the Clough/Taylor years when he was at @NFFC as a youngster plus the experiences there of Stone & Woan. Looks like a good fit to me. Dyche will respect the club & fans. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He might talk about his current club rather than endlessly banging on about his past record as well. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He might talk about his current club rather than endlessly banging on about his past record as well" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1980610088021774438) 2025-10-21T12:20Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Ive known Scyld Berry since he was A.S.I. Berry in the Observer in the 1970s. Hes always been an agreeable quirky cove & his latest book is a career best. Cricket has changed remarkably over Scylds career but his sane unbiased assessments still resonate. Well played sir" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1980621538396164137) 2025-10-21T13:05Z 35K followers, 11.4K engagements "Excellent. Thats why that @NFFC side was so attractive. Hope Dyche keeps debunking the IPad brigade in the technical areas. Footballs a simple game. Just about everything Dyche said in his first presser today impressed me. But this for me was the ultimate mic drop moment. #nffc https://t.co/yTBgJ47BDx Just about everything Dyche said in his first presser today impressed me. But this for me was the ultimate mic drop moment. #nffc https://t.co/yTBgJ47BDx" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1981267825994993819) 2025-10-23T07:53Z 35K followers, 42.6K engagements "That was exhilarating from @stokecity today. Variety pace aggression with Tchamadeu outstanding at right wing back. When we did we last hear the fans chant We want [--] Nicely set up for @Coventry_City here next Saturday - dont think itll be goalless" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1984673870201205196) 2025-11-01T17:28Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "I think Rob Green is an excellent summariser on @5liveSport football commentaries. Trenchant informed articulate calls it as he sees it. Goalkeepers often speak well on the game theyre not conformist" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1984709662214873590) 2025-11-01T19:50Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Believe its called playing thro the high press.aka faffing in and around your own penalty area not knowing what to do next with the ball. The bane of modern football. Yday in the PL Villa Tottenham & Leeds conceded silly goals thro this obsession with possession" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1984945734303588784) 2025-11-02T11:28Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "Quite so. Theyre not all Baresis or Maldinis. Yday at Stoke the home gk nearly caught Bristol City napping with a [--] yd boot upfield having spotted a one on one deep in their half. Almost worked. Other gks wouldve opted for the tedious [--] yd square passing with his defenders @patmurphybbc Sometimes nothing wrong with this to clear the box Pat https://t.co/HhA9gwXrsZ @patmurphybbc Sometimes nothing wrong with this to clear the box Pat https://t.co/HhA9gwXrsZ" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1984969079438840204) 2025-11-02T13:01Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Nothing in Vitor Pereiras managerial career suggested stability or a coherent strategist so why did @Wolves give him a 3yr contract just [--] wks ago As daft as the G.ONeil farce last yr. VP a very pleasant man but on shifting sands when key players not replaced soon enough" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1984990675201400995) 2025-11-02T14:27Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Quite so. If you get the ball into the oppositions half you have far less chance of conceding a goal than when the technical limitations of the gk & defenders are laid bare as they tap it around in the final third. @patmurphybbc Yes it's an odd obsession. For me the object of the defence is to effectively get the ball out of scoring range. If the passing route isn't on then other options need to be used. Certainly beats conceding yet another embarrassing goal. @patmurphybbc Yes it's an odd obsession. For me the object of the defence is to effectively get the ball out of scoring range. If the" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1985005579807412388) 2025-11-02T15:26Z 35K followers, [----] engagements "Appreciate this may not age well but I reckon @englandcricket have a great chance of winning back the Ashes. The much-vaunted Oz bowlers went for [----] runs per over in [--] & they must be attacked again. Stokes has to remain fit & Archer. Be bold in Perth v injury-hit Oz" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1990361819568128195) 2025-11-17T10:10Z 37K followers, 10.1K engagements "Particularly agree with last point but expect Brook & Smith to have learned from the failure to nail down victory v India at the Oval. Duckett could be a Warner Brooks a generational talent & the squad doesnt have the usual fatalism v Oz. Then theres the peerless Root @patmurphybbc @englandcricket Agree Pat but I think we need more than that. Wood to remain fit Brook to engage his brain catch catches not give away a test as usual and overall play the match as it requires - the thats the way we play mantra is not for highly paid professionals 🤞🤞 @patmurphybbc @englandcricket Agree Pat but I" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1990816669359288572) 2025-11-18T16:17Z 37.1K followers, 17.2K engagements "A beautiful loving read. Rachel sounds such fun. Read everything she wrote for @observer Rachel in print: https://t.co/n8BV3CMS8r Rachel in print: https://t.co/n8BV3CMS8r" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1990819357354504344) 2025-11-18T16:28Z 37K followers, 37.3K engagements "Just done my last report for @5liveSport ending [--] yrs at the Beeb & [--] in the Sports Dept. My decision. Will remain on this platform fulminating & eulogising in equal measure. Thanks for listening & ( usually) the supportive feedback" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992293819006763511) 2025-11-22T18:07Z 37K followers, 1.5M engagements "DM me if you wish @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Do you have an agent or similar so I can get in touch @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Do you have an agent or similar so I can get in touch" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992367361249419704) 2025-11-22T22:59Z 37K followers, 40.4K engagements "I should announce my retirement more often. First time Ive come away from a football ground with some vino collapso. Decent gesture from @Wolves and Rob Edwards. Now wheres that corkscrew @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on an incredible career Pat. Enjoy your retirement 👏🍷 https://t.co/djGY1sYkWG @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on an incredible career Pat. Enjoy your retirement 👏🍷 https://t.co/djGY1sYkWG" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992568551883104677) 2025-11-23T12:18Z 37K followers, 139.6K engagements "ThanksJohn. Always enjoyed our genial jousts @patmurphybbc @Wolves It's been a long way from our day's working on BBC Midlands Today I'm going to miss your one-liners in the pressroom Pat enjoy your retirement fella 🍻 (John Cherry) @patmurphybbc @Wolves It's been a long way from our day's working on BBC Midlands Today I'm going to miss your one-liners in the pressroom Pat enjoy your retirement fella 🍻 (John Cherry)" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992573173691514935) 2025-11-23T12:37Z 37K followers, 10.5K engagements "I dont play golfAndrew @patmurphybbc @Wolves Probably a screw top from Aldi pat enjoy your retirement on the golf course @patmurphybbc @Wolves Probably a screw top from Aldi pat enjoy your retirement on the golf course" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992590813239644612) 2025-11-23T13:47Z 37K followers, 10.8K engagements "Thats very kind of youAndy. Handy not being a supporter of any club made it easier to be dispassionate & call out the frauds & charlatans that still populate the football world. But nothing beats the communality of genuine supporters. Like yourself I heard the emotion in your voice Pat. In an era when the word legend is over-used you are one of the few in that category. For over [--] years you have covered our game with passion accuracy and sincerity. Well done Pat - the nation owes you a round of applause. 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻 I heard the emotion in your voice Pat. In an era when the word legend is" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992610434646695945) 2025-11-23T15:05Z 37K followers, 26.9K engagements "I dont support any club. Made the job easier. @patmurphybbc I thought you were a Veela fan @patmurphybbc I thought you were a Veela fan" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992610838549852555) 2025-11-23T15:06Z 37K followers, 21K engagements "Never @patmurphybbc yet @patmurphybbc yet" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992619476991492596) 2025-11-23T15:41Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Great to hear from youAntony. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on a wonderful career Pat. Very fortunate to have worked with you during my time at [--] Live after listening to you for many years. Enjoy your retirement @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on a wonderful career Pat. Very fortunate to have worked with you during my time at [--] Live after listening to you for many years. Enjoy your retirement" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992619687730086164) 2025-11-23T15:42Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Thanks Nick @patmurphybbc Wish you well Pat . We may not always have seen eye to eye but you were a real pro and I admired and respected your work . Best Nick @patmurphybbc Wish you well Pat . We may not always have seen eye to eye but you were a real pro and I admired and respected your work . Best Nick" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992619753920458984) 2025-11-23T15:42Z 37K followers, 10.3K engagements "Appreciate that Peter. @patmurphybbc Thank you for everything Pat. You are one reporter Ive always trusted. @patmurphybbc Thank you for everything Pat. You are one reporter Ive always trusted" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992620177603936621) 2025-11-23T15:44Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "They knew how to look after their team in those daysClaire Glad we got you out of there. best wishes. Thanks. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wishing you all the very best Pat one of the great broadcasters and I will never forget your kindness in SA in [--] ensuring I didnt stay at the talkSPORT chosen hotel 🤣 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wishing you all the very best Pat one of the great broadcasters and I will never forget your kindness in SA in [--] ensuring I didnt stay at the talkSPORT chosen hotel 🤣" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992621305275863453) 2025-11-23T15:48Z 37K followers, 11.5K engagements "CheersMike. Good luck to you @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on amazing innings Pat. One of those instantly recognisable voices always knowing you were in good hands. Having read the book I know what Sports Report means to you. Go well. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on amazing innings Pat. One of those instantly recognisable voices always knowing you were in good hands. Having read the book I know what Sports Report means to you. Go well" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992632609432895967) 2025-11-23T16:33Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements "Thats very kind of you Stan. The sport itself is always more important than any reporter. We are mere bystanders making random jottingstrying to get a handle on the various dramas. Always enjoyed interviewing you. I heard your last words today Pat and as expected they weren't about you or a quite mind boggling [--] years they were finishing your match report and rather humbly signning off. A mark of the man and pro. I've heard your voice as a kid an apprentice a pro a pundit and fan I heard your last words today Pat and as expected they weren't about you or a quite mind boggling [--] years they" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992636063731659070) 2025-11-23T16:47Z 37K followers, 64K engagements "Havent a clue. The worlds my lobster @patmurphybbc Pat - who will you go to watch on Saturdays (or Fridays Sundays and Mondays 🤦♂) now youre free to choose your games Or share the love across all your beloved Midlands teams @patmurphybbc Pat - who will you go to watch on Saturdays (or Fridays Sundays and Mondays 🤦♂) now youre free to choose your games Or share the love across all your beloved Midlands teams" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992644034989326846) 2025-11-23T17:18Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Enjoyed your company too Steve. Talked a fair amount of politics too Thanks" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992647733727957373) 2025-11-23T17:33Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "That was when I was going through my Peter Osgood phase @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Remember playing Sunday morning football against you in late sixties/early seventies @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Remember playing Sunday morning football against you in late sixties/early seventies" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992649222101794997) 2025-11-23T17:39Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Great workAndy. Now I can obsess about my choice of words & faulty syntax👍👍 Pat's last report is on BBC Sounds but also saved for posterity here https://t.co/peBjb0jWp4 Pat's last report is on BBC Sounds but also saved for posterity here https://t.co/peBjb0jWp4" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992654808965431501) 2025-11-23T18:01Z 37K followers, 21.7K engagements "Brenks is currently appearing in the starring role in his latest am-dram production of Pot to Kettle but my friends savvy at ascribing characteristics to others that he displays in abundance. Love the ageing thespian really enjoyed debating with him thro to many a dawn. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Murph contrary bugger stubborn opinionated passionate often wrong. A truly great reporter who never let any of those attributes cloud his wonderful erudite dispatches. Superb he managed a Dickens reference on his final afternoon. Privilege to have him as a friend. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Murph" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992673382421143949) 2025-11-23T19:15Z 37K followers, 14.3K engagements "And coming back at youPaul. Ive now got time for that much-delayed lunch @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow - best of the best. Loved listening to you Pat and loved working with you. More than that have always enjoyed your company. A top man @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow - best of the best. Loved listening to you Pat and loved working with you. More than that have always enjoyed your company. A top man" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992706328234749969) 2025-11-23T21:26Z 37K followers, 10.6K engagements "Top manMatt. I remember you hobbling around Oz that tour with a gammy knee determined to get me on air whatever the circumstances. Shant forget that @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Thanks for the memories Pat. And the education the friendship the gossip the fun and the support over almost [--] years. Here we are in Hobart [----] filing news of England finally winning a match on that 2006/7 Ashes tour. https://t.co/d4zcUJjaFG @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Thanks for the memories Pat. And the education the friendship the gossip the fun and the support over almost [--] years. Here we are in Hobart [----] filing" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992872542215020744) 2025-11-24T08:26Z 37K followers, 11.3K engagements "And the same to you Colin. Definitely one of the better press officers of my time and a very talented writer. See you somewhere. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Pat very best wishes to you. What an innings. You are one of the best most talented erudite and trenchant in the industry - doubt we will see someone of your like again. Have always enjoyed your company. To your good health @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Pat very best wishes to you. What an innings. You are one of the best most talented erudite and trenchant in the industry - doubt we will see someone of your like again. Have always enjoyed your" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992906051944132657) 2025-11-24T10:40Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Heres an insight into the glamour of my final day on @5liveSport at @Wolves whenamid the gathering gloom I scrawled my Sports Report piecedelivered it then hot footed downstairs to interview Rob Edwards. My handwriting has deffo deteriorated down the decades" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992936164525838462) 2025-11-24T12:39Z 37K followers, 16.5K engagements "CheersJohn. Weve scraped hulls in many post-match dramashavent we Got your private message. Greatly appreciated. Look after yourself. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport @Wolves You wont be surprised Pat to know Im late getting this news. Its quite sad the end of another part of my era but out of that Murphy scrawl came another good match report before you closed the door. Great innings pal. Ive sent what I really think in a private message. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport @Wolves You wont be surprised Pat to know Im late getting this news. Its quite sad the end of another part of my era but out of that" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1992955100911001697) 2025-11-24T13:54Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Cheers Carlton. Hope youre well @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Enjoy retirement my friend 👏👏👏 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Enjoy retirement my friend 👏👏👏" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993031649827995908) 2025-11-24T18:59Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Much appreciatedJohn. Your love for radio is valued by us in the trenches. Ill even forgive you the hyperbolic assessment of myself Best wishes. I love listening to the radio. it has been a wonderful soundtrack to my life and football. It still is and always will be. The BBC said goodbye to a true legend and national treasure when Pat Murphy departed on Saturday https://t.co/9GD45MRM5o I love listening to the radio. it has been a wonderful soundtrack to my life and football. It still is and always will be. The BBC said goodbye to a true legend and national treasure when Pat Murphy departed on" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993239035310149927) 2025-11-25T08:43Z 37K followers, 14.9K engagements "Open to offers @patmurphybbc Is there going to be a Pats Podcast Weekly Monthly at some point I wonder @patmurphybbc Is there going to be a Pats Podcast Weekly Monthly at some point I wonder" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993256445455089797) 2025-11-25T09:52Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you. I await suitorsif theyre out there @patmurphybbc That would be great Pat I'm sure it'd cover a large number of sports & subjects 🤞🏻 @patmurphybbc That would be great Pat I'm sure it'd cover a large number of sports & subjects 🤞🏻" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993260081933111692) 2025-11-25T10:06Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Heres how to ease yourself into retirement. My ageing vintner @richard_ev14788 pouring the champers as we discuss sporting matters #paques #evertonswines" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993406440715727133) 2025-11-25T19:48Z 37K followers, 12.7K engagements "Exhilarating. A manager & squad with something to prove. Love their attitude. If you score [--] then well score [--]. Good luck to them @Coventry_City @patmurphybbc @richard_ev14788 Voice of football and the midlands what do you think of the Sky Blues this season Pat @patmurphybbc @richard_ev14788 Voice of football and the midlands what do you think of the Sky Blues this season Pat" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993612639604220226) 2025-11-26T09:27Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements "Never been asked. In the ideal world Pat would be a regular contributor to #MNC @5liveSport @markchapman @chris_sutton73 In the ideal world Pat would be a regular contributor to #MNC @5liveSport @markchapman @chris_sutton73" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993626265342169287) 2025-11-26T10:21Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Noticed that. So they should be with that squad. Sticky start wasnt it @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Really attractive attacking footballthey're almost certain to finish top twobut @ITFC are coming Pat. @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Really attractive attacking footballthey're almost certain to finish top twobut @ITFC are coming Pat" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993626518858383402) 2025-11-26T10:22Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Wrong. Solely my decision to retire. @patmurphybbc Sad to hear BBC are retiring you off to be replaced by a shrill female pundit etc. You are the last link to the Peter Jones glory days of BBC radio. But Alan Green git the same treatment so no one's safe . @patmurphybbc Sad to hear BBC are retiring you off to be replaced by a shrill female pundit etc. You are the last link to the Peter Jones glory days of BBC radio. But Alan Green git the same treatment so no one's safe " [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993635514650349822) 2025-11-26T10:58Z 37K followers, 39.4K engagements "So I shant be - ever. @patmurphybbc Motty was on Talksport a week after his retirement @patmurphybbc Motty was on Talksport a week after his retirement" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993668766962794911) 2025-11-26T13:10Z 37K followers, 40.9K engagements "Why would I be interested @patmurphybbc It's very shouty and a bit laddishnot for you Pat. Although not as bad as the Friday night version which is just ex players "bants". @patmurphybbc It's very shouty and a bit laddishnot for you Pat. Although not as bad as the Friday night version which is just ex players "bants"" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993680376443613368) 2025-11-26T13:56Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you for thatNeil. Much appreciated. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport All the very best Pat. The ageless soundtrack to my childhood adolescence and adulthood. You will always be the voice of Warwickshire - and also the pen. The Greatest Season is a brilliant tribute to a glorious Bears era. An outstanding journalist who will be much missed. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport All the very best Pat. The ageless soundtrack to my childhood adolescence and adulthood. You will always be the voice of Warwickshire - and also the pen. The Greatest Season is a brilliant tribute to a glorious Bears era. An" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993688734907158843) 2025-11-26T14:30Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "No. @patmurphybbc TMS though @patmurphybbc TMS though" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993688852280623351) 2025-11-26T14:30Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "You were always the star of the press boxMelissa Shant forget your cheerful presence. Thanks for everything @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow Pat I cant believe youre retiring youll be missed at Stoke. Thanks for the many years of keeping me busy with tech issues on the media bench. Enjoy retirement 💙 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow Pat I cant believe youre retiring youll be missed at Stoke. Thanks for the many years of keeping me busy with tech issues on the media bench. Enjoy retirement 💙" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993770644610351300) 2025-11-26T19:55Z 37K followers, 10.1K engagements "My decisionas I made clear in my tweet of Saturday night. Didnt you see it @patmurphybbc May I ask is this forced retirement or your desicion. Hopefully the latter 😁 @patmurphybbc May I ask is this forced retirement or your desicion. Hopefully the latter 😁" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993801559743058422) 2025-11-26T21:58Z 37K followers, [----] engagements "That was a memorable occasion. I first interviewed Mike in [----] when he was Englands captain & he remained unfailingly helpful. The best interviewee from my career. All the very best for your retirement @patmurphybbc well always have Norwich Such a brilliant evening with you and Mike Brearley. 👏 https://t.co/bV6qPZcfY0 All the very best for your retirement @patmurphybbc well always have Norwich Such a brilliant evening with you and Mike Brearley. 👏 https://t.co/bV6qPZcfY0" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993957969437077846) 2025-11-27T08:20Z 37K followers, 12.2K engagements "@tomshawphoto has been a brilliant snapper with @ECB_cricket for yrs but now hes brought out a coffee table book with a differencelooking at grassroots cricket. Portrait of Cricket can be obtained on Toms website. Highly recommended" [X Link](https://x.com/patmurphybbc/status/1993972511919214592) 2025-11-27T09:17Z 37K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Will never forget how helpful Norman Gifford was to me in my early days as a novitiate writer of cricket books. A fund of terrific anecdotes delivered in salty warm fashion. RIP a lovely man & very fine spin bowler"
X Link 2026-01-21T17:01Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Farewell to a great player & man - so much love in the room#nffc"
X Link 2026-01-30T15:15Z 36.9K followers, 71.6K engagements
"Final thought from John Robertsons emotional memorable funeral service. The exit music as he left us was the Rolling Stones Honky Tony Women. Typical Robbo - an individualist right to the end. The congregation smiled affectionately. RIP"
X Link 2026-01-31T08:18Z 36.9K followers, 23.1K engagements
"I reckon @BBCSteveR has one of the most difficult jobs of any TV reporter. Dont know how this braveresourceful guy manages to keep his head above the water in Russia. Our Man in Moscow on Monday night at 8pm @BBC1 is a must for me. Hope we see him play the piano"
X Link 2026-01-31T13:50Z 37K followers, 48K engagements
"My broadcasting hero along with John Arlott. Still miss Terrys masterly command of vocabulary innate timing irreverence & kindness. His use of the pause & momentary silence were such a contrast to the inane babbling from other presenters. A full recording of what was broadcast that Sunday morning on BBC Radio [--] between [--] and [--] with Mark Goodier stepping in to play some of Terry's favourite music and read out listener's memories and comments https://t.co/Q65d9IzvZx A full recording of what was broadcast that Sunday morning on BBC Radio [--] between [--] and [--] with Mark Goodier stepping in to play"
X Link 2026-01-31T21:10Z 36.9K followers, 21.5K engagements
"Great choice. Gareth has a fund of stories. I always found him an excellent tourist. Cricket snappers put up with a lot - proper pros Absolutely buzzing to announce that @Cricketphotogra is joining us as our guest speaker in Norwich on Thursday [--] April. Looking forward to hearing about his [--] years of photographing the @englandcricket mens team home & abroad and viewing a selection of his stunning photos. 📷 https://t.co/fEYFH8mqHD Absolutely buzzing to announce that @Cricketphotogra is joining us as our guest speaker in Norwich on Thursday [--] April. Looking forward to hearing about his 20"
X Link 2026-02-01T12:51Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"I will admit to bias but watching @BBCSteveR last night in Our Man in Moscow on @BBC1 surely helped to restore many peoples faith in brave journalism. The man is a marvel of resourceful dignity. One of the great doorsteppers. Much respect"
X Link 2026-02-03T10:44Z 36.9K followers, 44.3K engagements
"Courage doesnt come into it. I think it does @BBCSteveR and the example of cool firm journalism you set is an example to all aspiring reporters. Our Man in Moscow was riveting on all levels. And teamwork is absolutely crucial. Time that Moscow bureau scooped a few awards"
X Link 2026-02-03T21:44Z 36.9K followers, 13.6K engagements
"Were [--] episodes in with the latest series of @BBCSilentWitness as it relocates to Birmingham. So where are the Brummie accents Whats the point in moving from London when you dont get the flavour of the new location"
X Link 2026-02-12T21:35Z 36.9K followers, 12.6K engagements
"Becoming Victoria Wood on U & Gold was a loving fascinating insight into a wonderful writer/performer. Revealing account of what she had to surmount in those early yrs of vile misogyny & indifference. School of Hard Knocks. Trailblazer always on the underdogs side. Much missed"
X Link 2026-02-13T21:16Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I can see why @NFFC appointed Pereira. The players will like himhell relate to the fans & as with @Wolves last season has enough good players to avoid relegation. But hes a rolling stone never stays long at a club. Will he force the players to take a hard look at themselves"
X Link 2026-02-16T08:42Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I know diddledy squat about winter sports but I think I can suss out a good pundit when I hear one. And @LizYarnold is excellent - explains the technicalities with clarity & verve. And her authority as a double gold medallist establishes her credentials @BBCSport"
X Link 2026-02-16T08:52Z 36.9K followers, 12.8K engagements
"A word on Marinakis. Hell expect Pereira to be his nodding doghaving employed him in Greece. And it might be a good idea if Marinakis stopped behaving like a starstruck fan at the final whistle high-fiving the @NFFC players outside the dressing-room. Looks pathetic"
X Link 2026-02-16T09:37Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I know all that. My original point [--] hrs ago was about ignoring radio"
X Link 2023-08-03T16:55Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"How trueCharles - good spot. All credit to the players. Especially after being bowled out for zip in a home semi- final. Easy to do the pr after scoring a century but not on a day like this. Shows respect to the supporters"
X Link 2023-08-29T21:17Z 35.7K followers, 19.4K engagements
"Thats management young man. Referees respected Cloughie. Brian Clough never tolerated his players swearing at referees https://t.co/sYm5vLTohi Brian Clough never tolerated his players swearing at referees https://t.co/sYm5vLTohi"
X Link 2023-09-01T08:50Z 35.8K followers, 42.6K engagements
"Very sad. I remember spending Christmas Day [----] with him at the family farm alongside his Zim team-mates. Generous & thoughtful. Loved his time @Edgbaston Everyone at Warwickshire is shocked and saddened to hear that former Captain Heath Streak has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. RIP. #454. https://t.co/69Wzim3r6m Everyone at Warwickshire is shocked and saddened to hear that former Captain Heath Streak has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. RIP. #454. https://t.co/69Wzim3r6m"
X Link 2023-09-03T11:36Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Benchedsadly for @5liveSport reporting duties today at Villa Park. Laryngitis. Not ideal for a radio gig. Hope to scrub up soon. There are consolations though - good excuse to savour a single malt or three to ease the throat angst"
X Link 2023-09-16T08:04Z 35.7K followers, 17.5K engagements
"@TheBarmyArmy Bit dogmaticsurely Holding v Boycott Barbados Test [----] was rather special. Why the need to single out one great over in Test history"
X Link 2023-11-25T22:47Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Of all Englands near misses in football competitions since [--] I think Euro [--] under Terry Venables was the most galling. Clearly those players loved him as he managed the delicate balancing act between tactical sharpness & keeping Gazza involved. RIP a supreme man manager"
X Link 2023-11-26T14:39Z 35.6K followers, 10.7K engagements
"@chrislepkowski @rebabenzir @dwinnera I was at Brazils games in the North West. Sickening assaults on Pele. Yet he responded in the grand manner [--] yrs later in the greatest of all World Cups. Now he deserves to be in that GOAT conversation if we must have itnot players favoured by superb pitches & gullible refs"
X Link 2023-12-21T23:29Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements
"Victoria Wood With All The Trimmings - BBC2. It may be [--] yrs old but still timeless. Wonderful talent. Gave her best lines to her mates. Sadly missed"
X Link 2023-12-24T14:54Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"For an hour @stokecity competed hard v @OfficialBHAFC playing on the front footas promised by Schumacher. Created enough chances against a fine PL side. No reason why they cant kick on with a fresh approach. Baker important to them if he can stay fit. Need luck with injuries"
X Link 2024-01-06T17:46Z 35.6K followers, 18.3K engagements
"Amid the plethora of footy pundits @kickback_nedum is one of the better newcomersimo. His dryunderstated humour is welcome amid so much hyperbole. And hes no stranger to joined-up sentences with thoughtful opinions @BBCMOTD"
X Link 2024-01-06T23:13Z [--] followers, 32.3K engagements
"Terrific interview just now on @BBCWorldatOne with the actor @juliehes on the Post Office scandal. She always seems a decentgenerous soul"
X Link 2024-01-08T13:26Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"@vicderbyshire @ShelaghFogarty @BBCTwo @BBCNews Outstanding programme. Presented with empathy to the victims then with appropriate rigour when tackling the Post Office Minister. Shortsharp questions always a good strategy"
X Link 2024-01-11T15:23Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"@RichardCox380 @BCFC @stokecity Got my one mistake of the day late onRichard Sandersen not Donaldson. Detention looms. Best wishes to you"
X Link 2024-01-20T17:53Z 35.7K followers, [---] engagements
"@J1Womble @WisdenCricket His family came to SA for the last Test but the tour management wouldnt pay for their accomodation. So Barnes told them to poke it. He knew his own worth. Bet he wouldve signed for Kerry Packer"
X Link 2024-02-03T14:44Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements
"A word on Dan Ashworth - one of the most impressive backroom figures in football during my time in football. His family home in the West Midlands is much nearer @ManUtd than @NUFC"
X Link 2024-02-15T20:04Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"A parochial view on Roy Hodgson. With Dan AshworthDean Kiely & Keith Downing as his football management structure @WBA was formidable for a time. Deano once told me learned more about the game on those Friday afternoons when the weeks work was done than the previous decade"
X Link 2024-02-15T20:56Z 35.6K followers, 19.3K engagements
"RIP Mike Procter. Superb all-roundergenial company hugely popular in county cricket. Wrote [--] books with himthe 1st an hilarious challenge as he could hardly remember any of his prodigious feats. Look it up in Wisdenmate hed say. Couldnt ever be annoyed with a great guy"
X Link 2024-02-17T18:12Z 35.6K followers, 31K engagements
"The best planning meetings are always in the pub Prepping with @nickowentv and @rosenthal_jim for our show at Huntingdon Hall a month tonight March 20th. Itll be an evening of shameless name-droppinggossip & insights & questions welcomed @WorcTheatres"
X Link 2024-02-21T16:33Z 35.6K followers, 165.3K engagements
"Funny man Stan Bowles. When I interviewed him for my Entertainers series ( OsgoodMarshWorthington et al) in [----] he told me he pulled off [--] new boot deals at the same time - different colours for either foot different manufacturers . Loved a fag & a bet. Genuine maverick"
X Link 2024-02-24T21:00Z 35.6K followers, 13.3K engagements
"@JonForestH @carl_aldred Gary BIRTLES"
X Link 2024-02-28T16:17Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements
"@RHolmes70 @Wolves What price the need for a new manager/head coach to get a good pre-season under his belt GON had no such luxury @Wolves"
X Link 2024-03-09T18:11Z 35.6K followers, [--] engagements
"Well saidStan. Gordon Cowans remains the absolute favourite player of so many @AVFCOfficial fans of my acquaintance- for his decency as much as his playing eminence. Understated modest secure in himself as a player always approachable. A gentleman. To say it's upsetting to find out Gordon Cowans our "Sid" at Villa is now in a nursing home as his dementia takes hold is an understatement and I'm sure upsetting to everyone in the Villa family. As a footballer he was one of my true heroes a majestic ball playing https://t.co/ZMOJGtZt2u To say it's upsetting to find out Gordon Cowans our "Sid" at"
X Link 2024-03-28T23:54Z 35.6K followers, 29.3K engagements
"I reckon the rise & rise of @IpswichTown is one of the best stories of the season. Expected by many to fade after a great start experienced a few glitches over Xmas/New Year but they are top of the table. Back-to-back promotions beckon to the top tier for 1st time since Ramsey"
X Link 2024-03-30T09:45Z 35.6K followers, 45.1K engagements
"Whatever happens to @LutonTown over the next few wksIve been very impressed by the way theyve handled themselves off the field. Their media team & Rob Edwards have been unfailingly co-operativehonest & approachable. Wish some of the more glamorous clubs followed suit"
X Link 2024-04-27T16:41Z 35.8K followers, 59.4K engagements
"@nigetassell That pass from Pele. Joyous goal. My favourite football team. What a beautiful strip as well"
X Link 2024-04-28T22:15Z 35.7K followers, [---] engagements
"For me @IpswichTown is the story of the season. No parachute payments spent just 4.7m in the past [--] seasonsshrewd loan deals clear philosophy terrific manager front footexpansive style losing just [--] games last [--] seasons. As near as youll get to modern football romance"
X Link 2024-04-30T21:36Z 35.9K followers, 403.3K engagements
"In recruiting players from schools of hard knocks around the English leagues @IpswichTown havent been tempted by European talents. McKenna et al realised there were many nuggets to unearth around the country with much to prove. Might explain the teams never-say-die attitude"
X Link 2024-04-30T21:47Z 35.8K followers, 48.3K engagements
"Those who carp about @IpswichTown credentials for PL survival next season might allow them to celebrate today a remarkable feat. And consider a few clubs of their size are surviving ok amid the elite. And theres always KMcKenna to keep a cool head"
X Link 2024-05-04T13:36Z 35.9K followers, 29.7K engagements
"@BCMbaziira Scored more goals than any other side in their division. Just [--] defeats in the last [--] Lge games. Amazing amount of late goals. Reckon @IpswichTown have earned the accolades"
X Link 2024-05-04T13:41Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@SanFranSully @IpswichTown Agree about those clubs youve mentioned. And @IpswichTown finished 5th in [----] after getting promoted to the PL via the play-offs didnt they"
X Link 2024-05-04T16:36Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@nickowentv Jim's anecdotes about Muhammad Ali covering [---] Grand Prix playing football with Michael Schumacher presenting live coverage of England's World Cup rugby union triumph back in '03 are worth the admission price alone. We'll do our best Jordanaires to Jim's Elvis as back-ups"
X Link 2024-05-07T16:03Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@footballmemorys My favourite team - and strip. Glamorous fallible happily scored more than conceded. What a forward line What a goal by Carlos Alberto in the Final"
X Link 2024-05-20T21:30Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Football clubs taking their supporters for mugs Part [----]. this time @Wolves and the owners abysmal genuflection to the bean counters over season ticket sales. They know a boycott wont materialise significantly because the fans love their club. Follow @SPQR_10 for much more"
X Link 2024-05-24T17:57Z 35.9K followers, 14.6K engagements
"@henrywinter Smart thinking by McKenna. A move to an elite PL club will come eventually after getting first-hand experience @IpswichTown next season His reputation with the fans will now be sky-high.hope they remember this day when he hits an inevitable bad patch. And he gets a pay rise"
X Link 2024-05-30T15:42Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Video - Google Photos Our D-Day tribute last night @redditchpalace at the end of our show. Perhaps Jim and Nick werent quite word perfect but their hearts were in the right place & the audience loved it. Back on the boards again July 5thLudlow. https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNveFHRWRQ7-ex_ACDtuiZG-NOLEhjbqW2rPhx3RublmTRA35i1jLwr7_PKGQRIrw/photo/AF1QipNFTGaP358KdRBkhRTtUqyCEi38u3ylKzS-bp1Dkey=LUJBaUI2Y2lHc2o4TWVRNGN5T1VYOU9BUWdPZ0dn"
X Link 2024-06-06T09:01Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ludlow Assembly Rooms July 5th @nickowentv back in his favourite county reminiscing about his illustrious broadcasting career. Myself and @rosenthal_jim will try to get a word in edgeways [---] yrs between us in the business Name-dropping guaranteed"
X Link 2024-06-13T08:45Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Very sad to hear of the passing of Kevin Campbell. Such an effervescent character. Brilliant player to interview. Hugely influential in the Great Escape for @WBA in 2004/5. Theyll not forget him at the Hawthorns or any of his other clubs. RIP Kevin"
X Link 2024-06-15T09:37Z 35.9K followers, 20K engagements
"This post may age badly come next May but I don't think @IpswichTown will struggle in top flight. Think there are enough inferior teams who lack McKenna's insistence on playing with a swagger & refusal to play possession for possession's sake. Keeping Hutchinson was vital 1/2"
X Link 2024-08-15T13:58Z 35.9K followers, 76K engagements
"@chrislepkowski @IpswichTown And they're not short of money either due to their American backers. No need for the 'plucky little Ipswich' condescending narrative. Try saying that to Kieran McKenna. He knows what he's doing & he has experience in the dug-out of the @premierleague"
X Link 2024-08-15T14:08Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"@thedreadedlurgy I think that 'step-up' argument is overplayed. Apart from the elite upper echelon there are enough average players & teams to give @IpswichTown breathing space. They have a coherent comfortable playing style with an impressive young manager with a deal of experience"
X Link 2024-08-15T14:11Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"@StewartDelglyn That's the attitude Stewart Cut them some slack & enjoy the long journey"
X Link 2024-08-15T14:33Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@englishwithandr @markhales @thedreadedlurgy @IpswichTown Agree"
X Link 2024-08-15T15:23Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Crucial substitutions yet again by Unai Emery in the David Cameron Derby @AVFCOfficial and @WestHam Emery seems to have the knack of when & whom in his 2nd half decisions. A valuable managerial asset"
X Link 2024-08-17T18:34Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Tom Fellows. Fine young player. Great outlet for @WBA on the right wing laid on both goals v @stokecity with composure. Coujdve scored [--] himself. At [--] credit to the Baggies Academy"
X Link 2024-08-24T16:05Z 35.9K followers, 28.5K engagements
"@stnazaire42 @ChrisMears1 With respect to Jeff Astle - picking him ahead of Osgood for the Brazil game was a nonsense. That game was made for Ossie - his ego & supreme talent wouldve flourished against Pele & co. Just [--] caps for England. Scandalous"
X Link 2024-09-03T16:27Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements
"Exceptional coverage tonight of the Grenfell tragedy on @BBCNewsnight and anchored by @vicderbyshire with great sensitivity & authority. The closing sequence devastating. RIP"
X Link 2024-09-04T22:22Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Everything crossed for Gary Shawsadly in a coma. Just about the friendliest pro footballer Ive met - & he remained so in his later media career. Always wanted to know the latest @WarwickshireCCC news. One of lifes natural chucklers @AVFCfficial"
X Link 2024-09-10T08:33Z 35.9K followers, 26.9K engagements
"Fascinatingfluctuating game at Taunton. Intriguing final day looms @SomersetCCC @surreycricket"
X Link 2024-09-11T17:30Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"@thechelskikid Absolutely. Peter Osgood should be ranked alongside Peter Bonetti Roy Bentley Charlie Cooke Jimmy Greaves John Hollins as well as those from the Recency Groups shallow research. Youth is wasted on the young"
X Link 2024-09-11T19:33Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@1968Tv Memorable jaw-dropping TV. The brash Mr Clough in his element"
X Link 2024-09-12T11:46Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"20 yrs ago today the most distinctive voice in football was finally stilled. Brian Clough was not only a brilliant manager but a unique personality. Those who revere current brash mediocrities shouldve been lucky enough to spend [--] mins in Cloughies company 1/2"
X Link 2024-09-20T07:40Z 35.9K followers, 65.6K engagements
"2/2 That morning NigelC rang to say Brian had just passed away. The news wasnt to break for a few more hrs. So we cleared the decks on @bbc5live and were ready to go from 2-10pm. Cloughie deserved that blanket coverage. They broke the mould with him"
X Link 2024-09-20T07:43Z 35.9K followers, 104.6K engagements
"I wonder if @BumbleCricket remembers the day I took him to meet Cloughie at his home. Barbara always loved his cricket commentaries & she put on a bumper spread. I loved listening for hrs to [--] great sporting charactersfull of respect for each other"
X Link 2024-09-20T12:03Z 35.9K followers, 21K engagements
"Typical. He sent my mother flowers in hospital when he was close to passing away. @patmurphybbc My Dad interviewed Clough just after my brother was born. Clough asked him how my Mum was and Dad told him about the new baby. Clough told him to go home - he should be with Mum then sent her a bouquet apologising for detaining him. Theres a certain style to that @patmurphybbc My Dad interviewed Clough just after my brother was born. Clough asked him how my Mum was and Dad told him about the new baby. Clough told him to go home - he should be with Mum then sent her a bouquet apologising for"
X Link 2024-09-20T12:55Z 35.9K followers, 12.9K engagements
"Thank you so muchRichard. He used to say what does your mam call you PatrickBrian Well thatll do for meyoung man @patmurphybbc Your interviews with him were superb. You got so much out of him as he clearly respected your straight and direct approach. Something rather lacking in your trade today. Loved how he called you Patrick too @patmurphybbc Your interviews with him were superb. You got so much out of him as he clearly respected your straight and direct approach. Something rather lacking in your trade today. Loved how he called you Patrick too"
X Link 2024-09-20T13:32Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I wouldnt say thatPhil - but I stayed in the verbal wrestling with him bobbing & weaving enjoying the challenge. Loved talking politicscricket & Sinatra with him during his retirement. And listening to his football thoughts - never daring to disagree with him @patmurphybbc @BumbleCricket Not many knew Our Brian better than you Pat. @patmurphybbc @BumbleCricket Not many knew Our Brian better than you Pat"
X Link 2024-09-20T14:28Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I dont know. Cant you get it on BBC Sounds @patmurphybbc @BBCDerby Do you know how can people listen to that outside the area Pat Would be a great listen @patmurphybbc @BBCDerby Do you know how can people listen to that outside the area Pat Would be a great listen"
X Link 2024-09-20T15:11Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"He was wrong & he knew it even if he took too long to apologise. @patmurphybbc OK Pat. But as we (and you) know full well the damage is done in the first minute when the narrative is set. Despite "your" apology Pat the myths persist to this day with chants (and opinions) that are ill-informed and hurtful. In part perpetuated by Clough. Poor poor poor. @patmurphybbc OK Pat. But as we (and you) know full well the damage is done in the first minute when the narrative is set. Despite "your" apology Pat the myths persist to this day with chants (and opinions) that are ill-informed and hurtful. In"
X Link 2024-09-20T16:00Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Thoughtful touch from @AVFCOfficial todayleaving the press box seat empty that was usually occupied by Gary Shaw. Tribute from yours truly just before 2pm on @5liveSport"
X Link 2024-09-21T11:12Z 35.9K followers, 128K engagements
"Impressed by Ollie Watkins just before kick-off today @AVFCOfficial when he went over to Gary Shaws family & his former team-mates on the touchline as they prepared to honour him. Decent gesture. He seems to know the clubs history"
X Link 2024-09-21T17:17Z 35.9K followers, 51.7K engagements
"Its a reflective timewith the county season squelching sadly to a soggy end & some admirable stalwarts retiring - but spare a thought for the tireless groundstaff up & down the countrytrying to cope with our bizarre climate. Thank you"
X Link 2024-09-27T12:22Z 35.9K followers, 18.8K engagements
"2/3 various dedicated cricket societies keep the flame flickering over the winter. But the championship - born [----] - faces a challenging future. Its being marginalised by ludicrous scheduling & focus on a tawdry midsummer competition 2/3"
X Link 2024-09-29T12:32Z 35.9K followers, 14.8K engagements
"3/3 as the @ECB_cricket chases money over enduring quality. The poor weather this summer also hasnt helped. Mercifully the @BBCSport website & continuous commentaries on @BBCSounds have helped but Ive never been more worried about a great competitions future"
X Link 2024-09-29T12:36Z 35.9K followers, 42.4K engagements
"So @WorcsCCC finish 6th in the county championship table [--] pts clear of relegation. After all their challenges this year thats a tremendous achievement and fitting memory for @joeleach230 on retirement. Great servant to a grand club"
X Link 2024-09-29T16:30Z 35.9K followers, 27.4K engagements
"At the age of 22making his Test debut Joe Root looked a special talent. Undeniably a great batsman a decade on. Few combine consistency with aesthetic appeal as much as Root. Always a team man an adornment to English cricket"
X Link 2024-10-09T12:53Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Joe Roots flexibility during an innings is as impressive as his classy strokeplay. Always adapting thinking through the game situation rarely ruffled. Lies in wait then goes through the gears. A master craftsman"
X Link 2024-10-09T13:04Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"You just never knowJon. Shows the importance of stability a sound pre-season shrewd signings & the need for the fans to stick with the players. A lot of love around at the City Ground these days - an exhilarating place for a neutral reporter #nffc @patmurphybbc Good evening Pat what do you think of Forests performance so far this season Can we keep this up and secure a European spot next season All the best @patmurphybbc Good evening Pat what do you think of Forests performance so far this season Can we keep this up and secure a European spot next season All the best"
X Link 2024-11-03T10:48Z 35.9K followers, [----] engagements
"@HLTCO Great guy.universally popular in our trade. Hope he gets back as soon as he feels like it"
X Link 2024-11-11T13:01Z 35.7K followers, [----] engagements
"OTD [--] yrs ago I joined the BBC. The last [--] yrs in the Radio Sports Dept. Now Sports Reports longest-serving reporter on Saturdays. A childhood ambition realised. I fluked a few fifties in village green cricket but this particular one means the most #supportthebbc"
X Link 2024-11-18T08:03Z 35.4K followers, 134.7K engagements
"Thanks Neil. Doesnt tempus fight @patmurphybbc Astonishing record Pat a brilliant half century and still telling it like it is succinctly cleverly and with total authority. A master of the mic. I joined the Evening Echo Southend as a sports reporter in [----]. It was clearly a special year 👏🍾🎧 @patmurphybbc Astonishing record Pat a brilliant half century and still telling it like it is succinctly cleverly and with total authority. A master of the mic. I joined the Evening Echo Southend as a sports reporter in [----]. It was clearly a special year 👏🍾🎧"
X Link 2024-11-18T10:46Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Interesting. I liked PL & respected that he could take hard questions. Didnt have a pot to p.s in at Villa @patmurphybbc thanks for always holding Paul Lambert to account. You saw straight through him. @patmurphybbc thanks for always holding Paul Lambert to account. You saw straight through him"
X Link 2024-11-18T20:33Z 35.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What a Brazilian team.and strip. What A Picture Azteca Stadium Mexico [----] https://t.co/CXz7xAQpNl What A Picture Azteca Stadium Mexico [----] https://t.co/CXz7xAQpNl"
X Link 2024-11-20T08:53Z 35.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Matheus Cunha is a Brazilian footballer. That is all. Providerscorerphysically strongconvinced of his own sublime talent. Unfazed by any challenge. Let him plough his own furrow without coaches interfering & this maverick will keep @Wolves up"
X Link 2024-11-23T23:18Z 35.4K followers, 37.4K engagements
"It does if you are as productive as Cunha. Let them try to tinker but leave individualists like Cunha to prosper. Coaches & managers love shrieking at players with sublime talent & self-confidence & then claiming credit for their progress. Its [----] in a Pep-influenced Premier League. No one gets to plough a furrow without coaches interfering at any club in any position in the league. It just doesnt exist. Its [----] in a Pep-influenced Premier League. No one gets to plough a furrow without coaches interfering at any club in any position in the league. It just doesnt exist"
X Link 2024-11-24T00:02Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Top of my headwithout saying they were outstanding.L.Bailey CunhaDuranSemenyo Mitoma PalmerNetoSarr A.Traore Fatawu Grealish Doku Richarlison MaddisonSummerville. Enough for you @patmurphybbc Could you provide references to [--] or even [--] Premier League players who are currently afforded this luxury @patmurphybbc Could you provide references to [--] or even [--] Premier League players who are currently afforded this luxury"
X Link 2024-11-24T00:19Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Dont know what my remarks about Cunha have to do with Emery - especially as I said today on @5liveSport that @AVFCOfficial were careless faffing around that @CPFC deserved at least a point & that it was a soft penalty. I support no team. @patmurphybbc Lazy Lazy Patrick. You really haven't a scooby. So far up Emery's ass. Very predictable lazy Murphy punditry @patmurphybbc Lazy Lazy Patrick. You really haven't a scooby. So far up Emery's ass. Very predictable lazy Murphy punditry"
X Link 2024-11-24T00:33Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Despite dropping another [--] pts today I still think @IpswichTown wont get relegated. Horrendous run of injuries & concentration lapses near full-time have cost them but they play with pride precision & passion. Theyre well coached with character. Just need to defend better"
X Link 2025-01-05T17:24Z 35.2K followers, 39K engagements
"I had the great pleasure of working with Denis Law alongside Peter Jones & Bryon Butler at matches when I joined the radio sports dept [--] - odd yrs ago. He was great company - irreverentsparky & never talked about his brilliant career. What a player. RIP"
X Link 2025-01-17T19:48Z 35.2K followers, 33K engagements
"When you see kids clutching their shirt cuffs while running after a ball think of Denis Law who brought that habit back to England after his short spell in Italy. And he did it with a swagger. Thats why United fans loved him so much. Genuine star quality. RIP"
X Link 2025-01-17T20:02Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Denis Law was as brave as a lion brilliant in the air - hanging up there longer than his opponent - and a consummate goalscorer. Loved by the Stretford End but never more so when refusing to celebrate after his goal for Man City relegated Utd in [----]. Classy"
X Link 2025-01-17T21:24Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Did anyone celebrate a goal with more style than Denis Law That one-armed saluteshirt sleeve over his wrist and for variation a leap & punch in the air. Denis spawned generations of imitators but he was inimitable. He was also a great player"
X Link 2025-01-17T21:31Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@DearnMichael Agreed. Known him since his Ipswich days as a player. Hasnt changed"
X Link 2025-01-25T18:33Z 35.1K followers, [---] engagements
"@historyrock_ Loved Creedence Clearwater Revival. Swamp rock. John Fogertys rasping voice so different"
X Link 2025-02-01T23:33Z 35.1K followers, [---] engagements
"Just two yrs ago @IpswichTown were playing in Div [--] - now theyre up against top players every week. Thats how far they have come. For most games this season they have fought hard. Ninety changes to their line-up this season doesnt help"
X Link 2025-04-05T16:54Z 34.9K followers, 14.4K engagements
"One of @dcfcofficial strengths is in set pieces so how do @WBA react By gifting them [--] goals in 1st half hour. After that youre chasing the game against a team full of defensive grit & character. And when Vickers produced that superb save just before half time it was decisive"
X Link 2025-04-21T16:34Z 35K followers, 11K engagements
"I know @Wolves faced feeble opposition in @LCFC & that hes behaved like a pillock at times this season but when he plays like this today Cunha looks a very fine player. Unlike other gifted mavericks he knows when to pass the ball. Andre & JGomes equally superb"
X Link 2025-04-26T16:27Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"@henrywinter And Henrydespite retiring prematurely at the age of 33Ancelotti won [--] European Cups & multiple Italian trophies as a thoughtfulcreative midfielder. Is there another football figure who rivals him for trophies as player & manager combined Fantastic CV"
X Link 2025-05-12T16:40Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I remember Eberechi Ezis audacious goal for @QPR at the Hawthorns in [----] when he chipped in from [--] yards. He looked a special young player then & for @CPFC he has developed impressively. Thomas Tuchel at Wembley yday to see Eze suggest hes the future for England"
X Link 2025-05-18T07:40Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"I did say no problem with hearing from the fans - but [--] Sundays in a row from PL fans @patmurphybbc @ObserverUK Unfortunately with the odd exception here and there the standard of football journalists has fallen dramatically. To be honest there are a lot of ordinary fans out there who speak and write about the game far better than the so-called 'professionals'. @patmurphybbc @ObserverUK Unfortunately with the odd exception here and there the standard of football journalists has fallen dramatically. To be honest there are a lot of ordinary fans out there who speak and write about the game far"
X Link 2025-05-19T08:51Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Real Madrid v Eintracht Frankfurt [----]. Puskas/Di Stefano - accept no other contenders @80s90sfootball [----]. Steaua Bucharest vs Barcelona @80s90sfootball [----]. Steaua Bucharest vs Barcelona"
X Link 2025-05-31T21:55Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Just the [--] players then in a very long season. Burn out Some mighty fine players in that pic. The manager wasnt too shabby either. First Division Champions 1980/81. #AVFC https://t.co/NuowguQxaz First Division Champions 1980/81. #AVFC https://t.co/NuowguQxaz"
X Link 2025-06-05T19:24Z 34.9K followers, 72.6K engagements
"Ron liked a firm grip when shaking hands As for my tradehe was generally fine with local media - but suspicious of London press. Never blocked me from interviewing any of his Villa players. Great manager we locals respected him. @patmurphybbc How did you find Ron S @patmurphybbc How did you find Ron S"
X Link 2025-06-07T08:09Z 34.9K followers, 11.9K engagements
"So what do those devotees of [--] day Tests make of a [--] day gripper which was resolved in the final hour last day with the weather of no influence Magnificent fluctuating matchwith the losing side 430/3 at one stage. Massive kudos to both teams #EnglandVIndia"
X Link 2025-06-24T20:00Z 35K followers, 95.8K engagements
"Outstanding dignity & courage from Amy & John. Can only imagine what theyve gone through this past year. A triumph for the human spirit. Impeccably steered with great sensitivity by @vicderbyshire Standing Strong: the John & Amy Hunt interview @BBCOne 9pm Standing Strong: the John & Amy Hunt interview @BBCOne 9pm"
X Link 2025-06-26T21:15Z 35K followers, 13.3K engagements
"Ridiculoustawdry idea. What are we likely to learn from players or managers under pressure The game is eating itself. When America sneezes British sport catches a cold. Just leave us with some mystique Pathetic American led drivel. No fan wants this rubbish doubt players and managers too keen either. Pathetic American led drivel. No fan wants this rubbish doubt players and managers too keen either"
X Link 2025-06-27T16:55Z 35K followers, 22.8K engagements
"Ned Larkins & Geoff Cook were the best opening pair in county cricket [--] a decade. Geoff would guide the bad balls for 4giving the strike to Ned & hed smash the good balls for six. A typical lunch score for @NorthantsCCC on day [--] would be 120/0 with Cook on [--] & Larkins 80*"
X Link 2025-06-29T09:34Z 34.9K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Is there a better sport than Test Cricket Individual heroics intense drama ebb & flow. All down to the final session on day [--] for the 3rd Test in a row. And @bbctms is the best companion of all. Great insights absence of bias just enough humour. Age shall not wither"
X Link 2025-07-14T15:16Z 35K followers, 138.3K engagements
"For those who dispute the claims of Joe Root to batting immortality because he hasnt scored a Test century in Oz - hang fire till next Jan. And Hutton & Compton scored just [--] each. Anyone disagrees that they were great batsmen"
X Link 2025-07-26T11:24Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"I believe the word is pressure. England needed [--] with [--] wkts in hand plus the heroic Woakes. Indias bowlers were up to the challenge. Fair play to them. @patmurphybbc Jamie Smith @patmurphybbc Jamie Smith"
X Link 2025-08-04T21:17Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Didnt register at the time but @chriswoakes ran [--] runs in that short pship with Atkinson. Cant imagine the pain he was feeling as he ran up & down. And then he still had the good grace to stand there in the middle congratulating the opposition. What a model sportsman"
X Link 2025-08-04T21:32Z 35.1K followers, 74.3K engagements
"He was the fastest England bowler in that series in the view of the teams wk Paul Downton. One last hurrah from Beefy. Lord Beefy bowling against Australia in [----] with that remarkable mane like mullet - the great man took [--] wickets at [-----] in that series but he was already past his best and on his way to being at Test level the archetypal trundler https://t.co/kWOQDBEqDk Lord Beefy bowling against Australia in [----] with that remarkable mane like mullet - the great man took [--] wickets at [-----] in that series but he was already past his best and on his way to being at Test level the"
X Link 2025-08-14T09:17Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Always thought John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival had one of the great rock n roll voices. Fascinating article in todays @guardian about his struggles & writing [--] songs for the band. And at [--] still going strong"
X Link 2025-08-15T13:44Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements
"First-rate analysis on the Alaska summit from @gilliantett on @BBCNewsnight as we await breaking news. She speaks in concisejoined-up sentences with authority & insight gleaned no doubt from impeccable sources. Excellent pundit"
X Link 2025-08-15T22:00Z 35.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Wonderful batsman - rarely gets a mention among WI greats. Superb bad wicket player with @WarwickshireCCC The legendary Rohan Kanhai dressed for once for the committee room rather than the middle https://t.co/dEXkZFtykt The legendary Rohan Kanhai dressed for once for the committee room rather than the middle https://t.co/dEXkZFtykt"
X Link 2025-08-18T22:13Z 35.1K followers, 13.2K engagements
"Nino isnt one to play media games at @NFFC anymore than he did @Wolves where he kept the journos at arms length. Definitely not one to leak his agenda never mind come out publicly with such incendiary stuff like today. Sounds like he wants out. Might have no choice now"
X Link 2025-08-22T16:52Z 35.1K followers, 10.7K engagements
"Had to laugh watching @BBCMOTD and the difficulties so many keepers experienced trying to play out of their penalty areas. When did this boring tippy tappy nonsense become vogue So many sides now try to mimic peak Man City without the skills on the ball"
X Link 2025-08-24T10:07Z 35.1K followers, 11.8K engagements
"Its the @NFFC fans I feel sorry for after so many dire years. Nuno gave them dreams of sunlit uplands but fading away in April/May gave Marinakis ammunition. Nuno knew what he was doing ironically using the media he barely tolerated. Risky strategy to go public recently"
X Link 2025-09-09T16:06Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"@RichardM8422 @NFFC Agreed. Especially as he was never expansive with the media but now - suddenly - he decided to use them to send a message to the owner. No doubt the pay- off from Nunos new contract will soften the blow if hes out of work for a time but the fans are the real losers"
X Link 2025-09-09T16:12Z 35K followers, [---] engagements
"Anton Stach of @LUFC looks a player. Tall & commanding in midfield knows when to time a pass can smack a free-kick with power & swerve. Ran the show today against a pallid @Wolves who have defensive frailties"
X Link 2025-09-20T16:55Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Not even the horrors of tonights M42 diversions could mar my enjoyment in the car of the @5liveSport coverage of the Ryder Cup. Refreshingly free of jingoism admirably fair-minded not afraid to call out the morons in the stands clear descriptions of golfs complexities"
X Link 2025-09-27T22:29Z 35K followers, 10.2K engagements
"Id like to have a pint or five with Shane Lowry. What a team player. The lads walking off the last https://t.co/dLJjSSfc8G The lads walking off the last https://t.co/dLJjSSfc8G"
X Link 2025-09-27T23:12Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Typically thoughtful. Appreciate his contributions. The bigger picture. "I didn't enjoy football as much" ❌ 🔴🙏 @kickback_nedum opens up on how grief shaped his career - and how it could be affecting #LFC players #BBCFootball https://t.co/IBe8tW3QYr "I didn't enjoy football as much" ❌ 🔴🙏 @kickback_nedum opens up on how grief shaped his career - and how it could be affecting #LFC players #BBCFootball https://t.co/IBe8tW3QYr"
X Link 2025-10-06T07:21Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Just watched on BBC4 a classic chat show from [--] yrs ago that stood the test of time. Parky interviewing the charming David Niven for [--] mins. No gimmicks egos or over-populated sofa. Timeless formula - great raconteur superb host not getting in the way"
X Link 2025-10-08T19:22Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Agreed. I would have liked a whole programme with Taylor Swift who is just about the biggest name in popular music today. More depth needed less fluff. @patmurphybbc Graham Norton is entertainment. Its generally fluff & none sense. Id prefer a different show like Parkinson or Wogan. They could gain a deeper insight into celebrities often exposing their vulnerabilities thus making them more human. Its something our society needs @patmurphybbc Graham Norton is entertainment. Its generally fluff & none sense. Id prefer a different show like Parkinson or Wogan. They could gain a deeper insight"
X Link 2025-10-09T08:34Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"I think Graham Norton is very talented with a sharp wickedsense of humour. Just feel hed be better served with fewer guests on his sofa. Feels too crammed & rushed. Could do without all that air-kissing when the music interval is done. Love the red chair Norton at his best @patmurphybbc Well said Pat the other guests looked a little uncomfortable that all the focus was on Taylor rather than being shared. To be fair to Graham Norton most of his shows are engaging with all the guests contributing on a shared level. @patmurphybbc Well said Pat the other guests looked a little uncomfortable that"
X Link 2025-10-09T09:28Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"@AdamHingley @aa_richards It's true.Cloughie v hot on use of full names.Hence Edward SheringhamGeoffrey Boycott etc.And Nottingham always"
X Link 2013-03-06T17:47Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Understand no decision on new @OfficialWolves Head Coach until after weekend.Same [--] names still in ring - DavisJackettCoyleMcClaren"
X Link 2013-05-29T13:22Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements
"Understand new head coach @OfficialWolves Kenny Jackett will meet the media on Monday morning.So a Jackett isafter allrequired"
X Link 2013-05-31T14:32Z 35.9K followers, [--] engagements
"Yes #lcfc Knockaert irritates the bloodsweat 'n tears brigade but love watching him.Forget the tracking backlook at the flicks & dragbacks"
X Link 2014-01-29T00:02Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Rowett goes up [--] divisions as manager but he's brightprogressive & has served his time at Burton. At 40it's his time.Good luckneeds it"
X Link 2014-10-26T20:26Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements
"2/2 fitting memorial to himjust look around Molineux & imagine what it was like [--] yrs ago.And he did so much more.Genuine philanthropist"
X Link 2015-01-17T10:48Z 35.1K followers, [--] engagements
"A [--] man list will be whittled down to [--] after due diligence & discreet soundings.No one tops that list at the moment.Bruce & SClarke on it"
X Link 2016-10-04T19:06Z 35.9K followers, [---] engagements
"@AVFCStatto All [--] years of it. Some records are more impressive than others. Football didnt start in 1992"
X Link 2025-02-16T00:15Z 35.1K followers, 20.8K engagements
"Now thats an important contribution from a great golfer & impeccable sportsman. Id like to congratulate @RyderCupEurope on their victory. Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly Id like to apologize for the rude and mean-spirited behavior from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player Captain and as an American I Id like to congratulate @RyderCupEurope on their victory. Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly Id like to apologize for the rude and mean-spirited behavior from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player"
X Link 2025-09-29T17:46Z 35K followers, 14.6K engagements
"And now we have Taylor Swift showing off her engagement ring to Graham Norton [--] guests on his sofa struggling to get a word in edgeways & then Lewis Capaldi coming on effing & jeffling while the audience laughs uproariously. Are our attention spans really that short these days @patmurphybbc it was as if he just set a 'Newton's Cradle in motion' with a flick of the finger.Recognised that the guest was the story. Niven Ustinov Sellers Kenneth Williams all superb and when more than one on the same programme it was like watching friends have a chat. superb. @patmurphybbc it was as if he just set"
X Link 2025-10-09T08:24Z 35K followers, 10.2K engagements
"Very kind of youTim. We all found it a fascinating insight into the stresses of playing sport for a living. And no shortage of humour @bromsgrove_arts @patmurphybbc An absolute joy to do this show at Fairfield with @patmurphybbc - thank you SO much @bromsgrove_arts. Pat you were superb @bromsgrove_arts @patmurphybbc An absolute joy to do this show at Fairfield with @patmurphybbc - thank you SO much @bromsgrove_arts. Pat you were superb"
X Link 2025-10-16T09:10Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Altho not at their best @Coventry_City impressed with their positive attitude after going [--] up on the hour. No game management for them as they swept forward in exhilarating fashion. No wonder theyve scored so many goals. And a 5th consecutive clean sheet. Happy days here"
X Link 2025-10-18T16:06Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Just [--] goals conceded in [--] Lge games by @Coventry_City as important as the [--] theyve scored. The keeper & the back [--] have started every match. Getting the pts without the injured Rudoni impressive. Simms a great chaser of lost causes as impact sub"
X Link 2025-10-18T16:14Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Much respect to @NFFC Ryan Yates for accepting responsibility to deal with multiple interviews after AngeP sacking. How many others wouldve headed for the hills in such circs But Yates has been at the club since he was [--] & behaved like a professional"
X Link 2025-10-18T22:03Z 35K followers, 55.6K engagements
"I can think of many club captains who would do a runner in such circs. Yates genuinely loves the club & has willingly fronted up to represent publicly @NFFC long before he got the title. He will be feeling these farcical developments keenly. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He's Club Captain that's why @patmurphybbc @NFFC He's Club Captain that's why"
X Link 2025-10-19T09:31Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"I like the verve & boldness in this @Coventry_City team. While others tediously worship the great god possessionwith the back [--] & gk rolling the ball around aimlessly this lot are progressive swift & try the wonder pass. Why not Theyre in the entertainment business. @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Happy days indeed Pat & glad you had the chance to watch us in a game we had to grind out rather than steamroller. New & nervy feeling for us to be leading the pack at this stage (or any stage) of the season. Crucially though our manager has much experience in that regard #pusb @patmurphybbc"
X Link 2025-10-19T11:09Z 35K followers, 14.6K engagements
"Youre not going a gold star interview so soon after the news. Yates did stacks of interviews in quick succession because he felt it the right thing to do. Not many modern footballers would bother to front up. You should try squeezing quotes out of them at such times. @patmurphybbc @NFFC Problem is Pat from what I saw on MOTD he just rolled out every football cliche going after a managerial sacking Just said what every other player says after theyve collectively lost a fella his job. https://t.co/bcLnBTYowr @patmurphybbc @NFFC Problem is Pat from what I saw on MOTD he just rolled out every"
X Link 2025-10-19T11:32Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Dyche as smart a move by @NFFC as daft as appointing AngeP. The new man will have them defending deeply & counter-attacking swiftly in the manner of Nuno. Will improve defending set pieces & woe betide anyone who doesnt work hard. Dyche also inherits some fine players"
X Link 2025-10-21T09:48Z 35K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Dyche is a savvy media performer. Hell be sharp enough to mention the Clough/Taylor years when he was at @NFFC as a youngster plus the experiences there of Stone & Woan. Looks like a good fit to me. Dyche will respect the club & fans. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He might talk about his current club rather than endlessly banging on about his past record as well. @patmurphybbc @NFFC He might talk about his current club rather than endlessly banging on about his past record as well"
X Link 2025-10-21T12:20Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Ive known Scyld Berry since he was A.S.I. Berry in the Observer in the 1970s. Hes always been an agreeable quirky cove & his latest book is a career best. Cricket has changed remarkably over Scylds career but his sane unbiased assessments still resonate. Well played sir"
X Link 2025-10-21T13:05Z 35K followers, 11.4K engagements
"Excellent. Thats why that @NFFC side was so attractive. Hope Dyche keeps debunking the IPad brigade in the technical areas. Footballs a simple game. Just about everything Dyche said in his first presser today impressed me. But this for me was the ultimate mic drop moment. #nffc https://t.co/yTBgJ47BDx Just about everything Dyche said in his first presser today impressed me. But this for me was the ultimate mic drop moment. #nffc https://t.co/yTBgJ47BDx"
X Link 2025-10-23T07:53Z 35K followers, 42.6K engagements
"That was exhilarating from @stokecity today. Variety pace aggression with Tchamadeu outstanding at right wing back. When we did we last hear the fans chant We want [--] Nicely set up for @Coventry_City here next Saturday - dont think itll be goalless"
X Link 2025-11-01T17:28Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"I think Rob Green is an excellent summariser on @5liveSport football commentaries. Trenchant informed articulate calls it as he sees it. Goalkeepers often speak well on the game theyre not conformist"
X Link 2025-11-01T19:50Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Believe its called playing thro the high press.aka faffing in and around your own penalty area not knowing what to do next with the ball. The bane of modern football. Yday in the PL Villa Tottenham & Leeds conceded silly goals thro this obsession with possession"
X Link 2025-11-02T11:28Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Quite so. Theyre not all Baresis or Maldinis. Yday at Stoke the home gk nearly caught Bristol City napping with a [--] yd boot upfield having spotted a one on one deep in their half. Almost worked. Other gks wouldve opted for the tedious [--] yd square passing with his defenders @patmurphybbc Sometimes nothing wrong with this to clear the box Pat https://t.co/HhA9gwXrsZ @patmurphybbc Sometimes nothing wrong with this to clear the box Pat https://t.co/HhA9gwXrsZ"
X Link 2025-11-02T13:01Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Nothing in Vitor Pereiras managerial career suggested stability or a coherent strategist so why did @Wolves give him a 3yr contract just [--] wks ago As daft as the G.ONeil farce last yr. VP a very pleasant man but on shifting sands when key players not replaced soon enough"
X Link 2025-11-02T14:27Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Quite so. If you get the ball into the oppositions half you have far less chance of conceding a goal than when the technical limitations of the gk & defenders are laid bare as they tap it around in the final third. @patmurphybbc Yes it's an odd obsession. For me the object of the defence is to effectively get the ball out of scoring range. If the passing route isn't on then other options need to be used. Certainly beats conceding yet another embarrassing goal. @patmurphybbc Yes it's an odd obsession. For me the object of the defence is to effectively get the ball out of scoring range. If the"
X Link 2025-11-02T15:26Z 35K followers, [----] engagements
"Appreciate this may not age well but I reckon @englandcricket have a great chance of winning back the Ashes. The much-vaunted Oz bowlers went for [----] runs per over in [--] & they must be attacked again. Stokes has to remain fit & Archer. Be bold in Perth v injury-hit Oz"
X Link 2025-11-17T10:10Z 37K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Particularly agree with last point but expect Brook & Smith to have learned from the failure to nail down victory v India at the Oval. Duckett could be a Warner Brooks a generational talent & the squad doesnt have the usual fatalism v Oz. Then theres the peerless Root @patmurphybbc @englandcricket Agree Pat but I think we need more than that. Wood to remain fit Brook to engage his brain catch catches not give away a test as usual and overall play the match as it requires - the thats the way we play mantra is not for highly paid professionals 🤞🤞 @patmurphybbc @englandcricket Agree Pat but I"
X Link 2025-11-18T16:17Z 37.1K followers, 17.2K engagements
"A beautiful loving read. Rachel sounds such fun. Read everything she wrote for @observer Rachel in print: https://t.co/n8BV3CMS8r Rachel in print: https://t.co/n8BV3CMS8r"
X Link 2025-11-18T16:28Z 37K followers, 37.3K engagements
"Just done my last report for @5liveSport ending [--] yrs at the Beeb & [--] in the Sports Dept. My decision. Will remain on this platform fulminating & eulogising in equal measure. Thanks for listening & ( usually) the supportive feedback"
X Link 2025-11-22T18:07Z 37K followers, 1.5M engagements
"DM me if you wish @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Do you have an agent or similar so I can get in touch @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Do you have an agent or similar so I can get in touch"
X Link 2025-11-22T22:59Z 37K followers, 40.4K engagements
"I should announce my retirement more often. First time Ive come away from a football ground with some vino collapso. Decent gesture from @Wolves and Rob Edwards. Now wheres that corkscrew @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on an incredible career Pat. Enjoy your retirement 👏🍷 https://t.co/djGY1sYkWG @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on an incredible career Pat. Enjoy your retirement 👏🍷 https://t.co/djGY1sYkWG"
X Link 2025-11-23T12:18Z 37K followers, 139.6K engagements
"ThanksJohn. Always enjoyed our genial jousts @patmurphybbc @Wolves It's been a long way from our day's working on BBC Midlands Today I'm going to miss your one-liners in the pressroom Pat enjoy your retirement fella 🍻 (John Cherry) @patmurphybbc @Wolves It's been a long way from our day's working on BBC Midlands Today I'm going to miss your one-liners in the pressroom Pat enjoy your retirement fella 🍻 (John Cherry)"
X Link 2025-11-23T12:37Z 37K followers, 10.5K engagements
"I dont play golfAndrew @patmurphybbc @Wolves Probably a screw top from Aldi pat enjoy your retirement on the golf course @patmurphybbc @Wolves Probably a screw top from Aldi pat enjoy your retirement on the golf course"
X Link 2025-11-23T13:47Z 37K followers, 10.8K engagements
"Thats very kind of youAndy. Handy not being a supporter of any club made it easier to be dispassionate & call out the frauds & charlatans that still populate the football world. But nothing beats the communality of genuine supporters. Like yourself I heard the emotion in your voice Pat. In an era when the word legend is over-used you are one of the few in that category. For over [--] years you have covered our game with passion accuracy and sincerity. Well done Pat - the nation owes you a round of applause. 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻 I heard the emotion in your voice Pat. In an era when the word legend is"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:05Z 37K followers, 26.9K engagements
"I dont support any club. Made the job easier. @patmurphybbc I thought you were a Veela fan @patmurphybbc I thought you were a Veela fan"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:06Z 37K followers, 21K engagements
"Never @patmurphybbc yet @patmurphybbc yet"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:41Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Great to hear from youAntony. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on a wonderful career Pat. Very fortunate to have worked with you during my time at [--] Live after listening to you for many years. Enjoy your retirement @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on a wonderful career Pat. Very fortunate to have worked with you during my time at [--] Live after listening to you for many years. Enjoy your retirement"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:42Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Thanks Nick @patmurphybbc Wish you well Pat . We may not always have seen eye to eye but you were a real pro and I admired and respected your work . Best Nick @patmurphybbc Wish you well Pat . We may not always have seen eye to eye but you were a real pro and I admired and respected your work . Best Nick"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:42Z 37K followers, 10.3K engagements
"Appreciate that Peter. @patmurphybbc Thank you for everything Pat. You are one reporter Ive always trusted. @patmurphybbc Thank you for everything Pat. You are one reporter Ive always trusted"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:44Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"They knew how to look after their team in those daysClaire Glad we got you out of there. best wishes. Thanks. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wishing you all the very best Pat one of the great broadcasters and I will never forget your kindness in SA in [--] ensuring I didnt stay at the talkSPORT chosen hotel 🤣 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wishing you all the very best Pat one of the great broadcasters and I will never forget your kindness in SA in [--] ensuring I didnt stay at the talkSPORT chosen hotel 🤣"
X Link 2025-11-23T15:48Z 37K followers, 11.5K engagements
"CheersMike. Good luck to you @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on amazing innings Pat. One of those instantly recognisable voices always knowing you were in good hands. Having read the book I know what Sports Report means to you. Go well. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Congratulations on amazing innings Pat. One of those instantly recognisable voices always knowing you were in good hands. Having read the book I know what Sports Report means to you. Go well"
X Link 2025-11-23T16:33Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Thats very kind of you Stan. The sport itself is always more important than any reporter. We are mere bystanders making random jottingstrying to get a handle on the various dramas. Always enjoyed interviewing you. I heard your last words today Pat and as expected they weren't about you or a quite mind boggling [--] years they were finishing your match report and rather humbly signning off. A mark of the man and pro. I've heard your voice as a kid an apprentice a pro a pundit and fan I heard your last words today Pat and as expected they weren't about you or a quite mind boggling [--] years they"
X Link 2025-11-23T16:47Z 37K followers, 64K engagements
"Havent a clue. The worlds my lobster @patmurphybbc Pat - who will you go to watch on Saturdays (or Fridays Sundays and Mondays 🤦♂) now youre free to choose your games Or share the love across all your beloved Midlands teams @patmurphybbc Pat - who will you go to watch on Saturdays (or Fridays Sundays and Mondays 🤦♂) now youre free to choose your games Or share the love across all your beloved Midlands teams"
X Link 2025-11-23T17:18Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Enjoyed your company too Steve. Talked a fair amount of politics too Thanks"
X Link 2025-11-23T17:33Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"That was when I was going through my Peter Osgood phase @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Remember playing Sunday morning football against you in late sixties/early seventies @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Remember playing Sunday morning football against you in late sixties/early seventies"
X Link 2025-11-23T17:39Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Great workAndy. Now I can obsess about my choice of words & faulty syntax👍👍 Pat's last report is on BBC Sounds but also saved for posterity here https://t.co/peBjb0jWp4 Pat's last report is on BBC Sounds but also saved for posterity here https://t.co/peBjb0jWp4"
X Link 2025-11-23T18:01Z 37K followers, 21.7K engagements
"Brenks is currently appearing in the starring role in his latest am-dram production of Pot to Kettle but my friends savvy at ascribing characteristics to others that he displays in abundance. Love the ageing thespian really enjoyed debating with him thro to many a dawn. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Murph contrary bugger stubborn opinionated passionate often wrong. A truly great reporter who never let any of those attributes cloud his wonderful erudite dispatches. Superb he managed a Dickens reference on his final afternoon. Privilege to have him as a friend. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Murph"
X Link 2025-11-23T19:15Z 37K followers, 14.3K engagements
"And coming back at youPaul. Ive now got time for that much-delayed lunch @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow - best of the best. Loved listening to you Pat and loved working with you. More than that have always enjoyed your company. A top man @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow - best of the best. Loved listening to you Pat and loved working with you. More than that have always enjoyed your company. A top man"
X Link 2025-11-23T21:26Z 37K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Top manMatt. I remember you hobbling around Oz that tour with a gammy knee determined to get me on air whatever the circumstances. Shant forget that @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Thanks for the memories Pat. And the education the friendship the gossip the fun and the support over almost [--] years. Here we are in Hobart [----] filing news of England finally winning a match on that 2006/7 Ashes tour. https://t.co/d4zcUJjaFG @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Thanks for the memories Pat. And the education the friendship the gossip the fun and the support over almost [--] years. Here we are in Hobart [----] filing"
X Link 2025-11-24T08:26Z 37K followers, 11.3K engagements
"And the same to you Colin. Definitely one of the better press officers of my time and a very talented writer. See you somewhere. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Pat very best wishes to you. What an innings. You are one of the best most talented erudite and trenchant in the industry - doubt we will see someone of your like again. Have always enjoyed your company. To your good health @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Pat very best wishes to you. What an innings. You are one of the best most talented erudite and trenchant in the industry - doubt we will see someone of your like again. Have always enjoyed your"
X Link 2025-11-24T10:40Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Heres an insight into the glamour of my final day on @5liveSport at @Wolves whenamid the gathering gloom I scrawled my Sports Report piecedelivered it then hot footed downstairs to interview Rob Edwards. My handwriting has deffo deteriorated down the decades"
X Link 2025-11-24T12:39Z 37K followers, 16.5K engagements
"CheersJohn. Weve scraped hulls in many post-match dramashavent we Got your private message. Greatly appreciated. Look after yourself. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport @Wolves You wont be surprised Pat to know Im late getting this news. Its quite sad the end of another part of my era but out of that Murphy scrawl came another good match report before you closed the door. Great innings pal. Ive sent what I really think in a private message. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport @Wolves You wont be surprised Pat to know Im late getting this news. Its quite sad the end of another part of my era but out of that"
X Link 2025-11-24T13:54Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Cheers Carlton. Hope youre well @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Enjoy retirement my friend 👏👏👏 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Enjoy retirement my friend 👏👏👏"
X Link 2025-11-24T18:59Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Much appreciatedJohn. Your love for radio is valued by us in the trenches. Ill even forgive you the hyperbolic assessment of myself Best wishes. I love listening to the radio. it has been a wonderful soundtrack to my life and football. It still is and always will be. The BBC said goodbye to a true legend and national treasure when Pat Murphy departed on Saturday https://t.co/9GD45MRM5o I love listening to the radio. it has been a wonderful soundtrack to my life and football. It still is and always will be. The BBC said goodbye to a true legend and national treasure when Pat Murphy departed on"
X Link 2025-11-25T08:43Z 37K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Open to offers @patmurphybbc Is there going to be a Pats Podcast Weekly Monthly at some point I wonder @patmurphybbc Is there going to be a Pats Podcast Weekly Monthly at some point I wonder"
X Link 2025-11-25T09:52Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you. I await suitorsif theyre out there @patmurphybbc That would be great Pat I'm sure it'd cover a large number of sports & subjects 🤞🏻 @patmurphybbc That would be great Pat I'm sure it'd cover a large number of sports & subjects 🤞🏻"
X Link 2025-11-25T10:06Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Heres how to ease yourself into retirement. My ageing vintner @richard_ev14788 pouring the champers as we discuss sporting matters #paques #evertonswines"
X Link 2025-11-25T19:48Z 37K followers, 12.7K engagements
"Exhilarating. A manager & squad with something to prove. Love their attitude. If you score [--] then well score [--]. Good luck to them @Coventry_City @patmurphybbc @richard_ev14788 Voice of football and the midlands what do you think of the Sky Blues this season Pat @patmurphybbc @richard_ev14788 Voice of football and the midlands what do you think of the Sky Blues this season Pat"
X Link 2025-11-26T09:27Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Never been asked. In the ideal world Pat would be a regular contributor to #MNC @5liveSport @markchapman @chris_sutton73 In the ideal world Pat would be a regular contributor to #MNC @5liveSport @markchapman @chris_sutton73"
X Link 2025-11-26T10:21Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Noticed that. So they should be with that squad. Sticky start wasnt it @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Really attractive attacking footballthey're almost certain to finish top twobut @ITFC are coming Pat. @patmurphybbc @Coventry_City Really attractive attacking footballthey're almost certain to finish top twobut @ITFC are coming Pat"
X Link 2025-11-26T10:22Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Wrong. Solely my decision to retire. @patmurphybbc Sad to hear BBC are retiring you off to be replaced by a shrill female pundit etc. You are the last link to the Peter Jones glory days of BBC radio. But Alan Green git the same treatment so no one's safe . @patmurphybbc Sad to hear BBC are retiring you off to be replaced by a shrill female pundit etc. You are the last link to the Peter Jones glory days of BBC radio. But Alan Green git the same treatment so no one's safe "
X Link 2025-11-26T10:58Z 37K followers, 39.4K engagements
"So I shant be - ever. @patmurphybbc Motty was on Talksport a week after his retirement @patmurphybbc Motty was on Talksport a week after his retirement"
X Link 2025-11-26T13:10Z 37K followers, 40.9K engagements
"Why would I be interested @patmurphybbc It's very shouty and a bit laddishnot for you Pat. Although not as bad as the Friday night version which is just ex players "bants". @patmurphybbc It's very shouty and a bit laddishnot for you Pat. Although not as bad as the Friday night version which is just ex players "bants""
X Link 2025-11-26T13:56Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you for thatNeil. Much appreciated. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport All the very best Pat. The ageless soundtrack to my childhood adolescence and adulthood. You will always be the voice of Warwickshire - and also the pen. The Greatest Season is a brilliant tribute to a glorious Bears era. An outstanding journalist who will be much missed. @patmurphybbc @5liveSport All the very best Pat. The ageless soundtrack to my childhood adolescence and adulthood. You will always be the voice of Warwickshire - and also the pen. The Greatest Season is a brilliant tribute to a glorious Bears era. An"
X Link 2025-11-26T14:30Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"No. @patmurphybbc TMS though @patmurphybbc TMS though"
X Link 2025-11-26T14:30Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"You were always the star of the press boxMelissa Shant forget your cheerful presence. Thanks for everything @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow Pat I cant believe youre retiring youll be missed at Stoke. Thanks for the many years of keeping me busy with tech issues on the media bench. Enjoy retirement 💙 @patmurphybbc @5liveSport Wow Pat I cant believe youre retiring youll be missed at Stoke. Thanks for the many years of keeping me busy with tech issues on the media bench. Enjoy retirement 💙"
X Link 2025-11-26T19:55Z 37K followers, 10.1K engagements
"My decisionas I made clear in my tweet of Saturday night. Didnt you see it @patmurphybbc May I ask is this forced retirement or your desicion. Hopefully the latter 😁 @patmurphybbc May I ask is this forced retirement or your desicion. Hopefully the latter 😁"
X Link 2025-11-26T21:58Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
"That was a memorable occasion. I first interviewed Mike in [----] when he was Englands captain & he remained unfailingly helpful. The best interviewee from my career. All the very best for your retirement @patmurphybbc well always have Norwich Such a brilliant evening with you and Mike Brearley. 👏 https://t.co/bV6qPZcfY0 All the very best for your retirement @patmurphybbc well always have Norwich Such a brilliant evening with you and Mike Brearley. 👏 https://t.co/bV6qPZcfY0"
X Link 2025-11-27T08:20Z 37K followers, 12.2K engagements
"@tomshawphoto has been a brilliant snapper with @ECB_cricket for yrs but now hes brought out a coffee table book with a differencelooking at grassroots cricket. Portrait of Cricket can be obtained on Toms website. Highly recommended"
X Link 2025-11-27T09:17Z 37K followers, [----] engagements
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