David Farnor | On 13, Dec 2019

BBC One has scored Peter Crouch for a new Euro 2020 series.

The former professional footballer turned podcasting legend has since strayed into telly territory, scoring a weekly talk show on Amazon Prime Video called Back of the Net, which he co-hosted with John Bishop and Gabby Logan. Now, he’s heading to BBC One for Crouch’s Euro Fest 2020

Made by Fulwell 73, the 14-part series will be similar to Back of the Net, taking the form of a live post-match festival where the worlds of comedy, entertainment and football combine. In each episode, Peter will be joined by a team of hosts and celebrity guests as they look back at the big game of the night with a humorous twist, combined with live house band, games, VTs, outrageous surprises and much more – and filmed live in front of an audience of football fanatics.

Crouch says: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be working with the BBC and can’t quite believe this is happening. All I did was dance like a robot 13 years ago and now I’ve got my own actual TV show! I can’t wait for Euro 2020 and for football fever to grip the nation!”

Gabe Turner, Executive Producer, Fulwell 73, says: “Crouch’s Euro Fest 2020 is an exciting new comedy entertainment format that fits perfectly in Fulwell’s DNA. It’s fun, irreverent and most importantly about the beautiful game – football. Led by the brilliant Peter Crouch, it’s an ideal show for BBC One and we’re looking forward to unveiling the other names on the team sheet as soon as possible. Hopefully England, Wales and the other home nations who qualify will have great tournaments, and Crouch’s Euro Fest 2020 will be the home for all the Euro celebrations.”

Peter is also the first member of BBC Sport’s UEFA Euro 2020 line-up to be announced and will be seen over the summer offering his expert opinion on various games across the competition. That Peter Crouch Podcast will also return to BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 live for a third season in early 2020.

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