BBC Podcaster, presenter, journalist, producer, voiceover ⚽🏏 Football & cricket commentator 🎙️ Event host 📜 University of Lincoln 🔴🟡 Qualified FA Referee
I’ve held off until today. I don’t hide my heritage and I like to think I am professional. I’ve been so privileged… but when it is in your blood… it’s in your blood… and you pass it on ♥️
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Dear Colin.... as the only Shrewsbury Town fan I have ever known... if you're able to create some devine intervention from up there this evening... please make the next two weeks easier than they probably will be.
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And THIS is it in a nutshell… Greed, personal clashes and day in court based on ‘what if’ which will never be allowed to happen… while
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live through hell…..
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MARTIN SAMUEL: Derby are on the brink of extinction and had 21 points deducted - isn’t that enough now? Middlesbrough and Wycombe lawsuits are based on playing fantasy football
I met so many famous names from the world of football at the service of thanksgiving for former Derby County manager Jim Smith. The code word for the car park at Blenheim Palace was Rioja! So here’s to you Jim, thanks for the best football I’ve seen in black and white.
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"Craig Bryson in front of four thousand Derby supporters."
"Jeff Hendrick you little beauty"
#RIPColinBloomfield
four years since you left us... never forgotten.
If I were a
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right now I’d feel a little betrayed by what is clearly a lack of commitment by Duane Holmes. Unfortunately his form has been poor and inconsistent. “High energy” is a surprise quote considering the last supporters saw of this was under Lampard in 2019.
Dear Colin.... as the only Shrewsbury Town fan I have ever known... if you're able to create some devine intervention from up there this evening... please make the next two weeks easier than they probably will be.
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NO iPhone I will not delete my video of me and
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ahead of the Rams 1-0 win over AFCB... no update is worth freeing up this memory...
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Did that really happen last night? I’ve had four hours sleep... buzzing!! Most incredible game I’ve commentated on... tops Norwich away for drama which is saying something. Such hard work from the team. Brought their A game...
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Another game where the Rams contain before striking. Solid despite Blades possession first half. Then stepped it up after CKR arrival pushed defence back. Astonishing goals from Tom Lawrence. Messi dribble & Festy fast lane. The heart keeps beating
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Contrary to reports and speculation yesterday. It is my understanding that Andy Appleby's group is as keen as ever to conclude a very complex deal to buy Derby County out of administration.
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Good start to build on. Lung busting warm day showed at times with huge effort. Davies & Cashin solid. Knight versatile. Collins lively. Cracking link play at times. Oxford never gave up. Great finish by Hourihane. Brilliant atmosphere.
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Finally... It was a very entertaining season. But don’t forget the Rams are still in the Championship and Frank is listed amongst all the other managers who failed at the final hurdle and didn’t finish the job. Next....
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Great to catch up with this 82-year-old legend today... Coming soon a nice throw back with Graham Richards and me for
@BBCDerby
50th birthday celebrations
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David Clowes: His first exclusive broadcast interview since becoming Derby County’s owner…. This Friday from 6pm on Sportscene at Six
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It’s match day… can’t wait to hear the atmosphere at Pride Park. The heart beat of Derby County hasn’t stopped… lots of pride and passion expected.
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This man epitomised work rate, creativity, passion and love for the game.
@cbryson44
was a standout Ram… a legend created on DeForestation Day. Thank you Craig 🐏👍♥️
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Great to have Fozzy on board once more. He has been loyal to the Rams for a long time now. I'm not sure he was expecting to stay under the previous manager.
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Time to cancel... if it isn't safe lets scrub it and start again in September... all this talk of neutral grounds, not playing 90 minutes and everything else is bonkers. If it is not safe... then forget it.
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Happy Birthday Colin Bloomfield!! You’d have been 39 today and no doubt worrying about being 40 next year. We miss you every day pal... ❤️
#RIPBloomers
Three years ago today we lost Bloomers... quite fitting that the Rams performed a brilliant comeback for the commentator to get his lungs around... “you little beauty”
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🚨 Breaking: We understand a formal bid has been submitted for Derby County.
As
@pasport
is also reporting, Carlisle Capital has made an offer at the full asking price.
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Disjointed, lack of confidence, sleep walking to relegation, decision on team leadership needed ASAP. Clarity for supporters on takeover needed. This is not a time to gamble with inexperience.
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Battling away performance. Counter attack football at its best. Could still look after the ball better centrally. Crazy 4 mins with pens & goal. Exciting edge of your seat stuff. 2 away wins, 2 clean sheets. Lovely welcome from Accrington
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A good all round performance. Huge energy, making the most of Hull’s three at the back. Festy & Fozzy deserved goals. Knight again worked tirelessly. Bielik made difference. Sloppy goal conceded. Best consistent atmosphere of the season.
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Most conclusive away performance this season. 100% work rate, some polishing needed in parts but 2 good goals. Solidity at the back. Forcing errors around the pitch. Adapted wing backs did well. Fitness key for style. A great start for PW
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Best day of the season. Total performance with energy and a combative nature. Liam Thompson outstanding debut, defence dealt with AFCB pressure. Two great goals from TL & a strong header from JK. Lifting the mood again DCFC 🐏👍🎙📻⚽️
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A memorable night at Pride Park. Fulham a class act but it shows how well Derby played to win the game. Still in the game at HT and worked tirelessly second half to force a surrender. Pleased for Plange who’s at home in the 6 yard box. A nice lift!!
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I can’t wait to welcome all the
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to Pride Park tomorrow… we’re outside from Noon at the Lionel Pickering entrance in the usual spot. Be loud and proud… (be sensible)
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We lost our beloved Colin Bloomfield on this day in 2015... such a sad time... the Rams drew 3-3 at Millwall and
@SallyPepper01
was about to run the London Marathon to raise thousands for
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Brilliant end to 2021. After a dreadful year three straights wins to lift the spirits. Dominated v Stoke. Dealt with the battle, clinical when it counted and showed character when Ince equalised. Great finish by Plange and super subs won it again.
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That save at Middlesbrough near post before Vyd’s hatrick and countless others...
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will salute you
@SCarsonOfficial
And you deserve this move... 🧤👏
Thanks
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I’ve had a great 3 seasons and enjoyed every minute of it, Gave my all for the club since day one. No bad feelings at all totally understand this is football.. huge thanks to all the staff, players and
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who have supported me good luck this season 🐏
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Energy! We’re really seeing the benefit of PW’s athletic squad. Rams will run anyone off the pitch at PPS. Ground Bolton down, scored great goals, kept BW quiet. Squad came into play to cover for injured duo. Best atmosphere of the season.
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Pride Park amassed 31,053 for its first game in League One v Oxford yesterday. It is great support as usual. I spoke to people from Plymouth and Singapore who’d made the trip. The black and white blood runs deep.
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I expect Wayne Rooney to sign a new three year deal as and when the deal is completed.
Several players have interest from other clubs and are only holding out because of Rooney's future.
These are positive steps forward for Derby County.
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Another late late show. Gritty & determined again. A real effort put in & in the context of the game a very important performance. Great goal by Sibbo a big impact. Lawrence’s sending off was stupid & could be costly. Cashin excellent.
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Not great for an hour. Frustrating goals to concede. Bielik intro gave more in midfield. Two individual goals of brilliance to snatch a point. Cannot start games like that and expect a comeback every time. Must be better at Huddersfield.
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I really feel for Liam Rosenior. He’s done a good job to assemble the squad and get them playing. He stuck with the Rams when all was falling around. His playing style is Championship and League One will be harder. 1/2
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Excellent away win. Three really slick moves for the goals. Evidence of CocuBall straight away. Sibley showed extreme calmness in scoring situations and should’ve had more. Good use of subs. Rams had control of most of the game.
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“Keogh is understood to feel badly let down by Derby”
You make decisions in life and conduct yourself in a manner that only you can answer to. The decisions made by a number of people on this night were sadly the wrong ones. You live and die by them. 🐏
Derby County v Leyton Orient is my 550th BBC commentary for Radio Derby. To think this season could end with that illusive promotion… rather than two play off final defeats & two play off semi final defeats, oh and a relegation. We all deserve a bit of luck!
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My son never ceases to amaze me. Today in Manchester Oliver wanted to give something to a homeless man. But he didn’t have any cash. So he bought him some sausage rolls & a cup of tea from Greggs. The man was extremely grateful. He’s such a good lad ♥️
@SallyPepper01
This is a great bit of quick business by Derby County. If stays fit he’ll have the yard in his head that will outfox League One defenders. He has the chance to finish off the good goal scoring work James Collins has started. It should be an exciting end to this season!
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Derby County confirm the signing of free agent striker Dwight Gayle on a contract until the end of the season.
Listen to the Sportscene Talk-in for reaction now!
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Credit to Max Bird for sticking with Derby County for so long when there were plenty of suitors. He could have fled like the other kids did during administration… but unlike them… staying with the Rams has done well for his career. Which hopefully will blossom
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Derby County have confirmed the sale of midfielder Max Bird to Championship Bristol City for an undisclosed fee after he turned down a new deal.
The 23-year old will remain at Pride Park on loan until the end of the season.
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For the record... I have twice contacted Quantuma for clarification of these stories regarding:
* EFL proof of funding demands
* Phil Jagielka
* Preferred bidder being announced today
I have also asked for a statement.
"Not in a position to confirm I am afraid"
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A draw would’ve been a fair result. A committed performance but seriously lacking in the final third. Steady improvements. Get the injured players back and it will turn around. Jason Knight has three lungs, but needs to play inside. Hold your nerve
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What an exciting game. Rams creative & hard working. High tempo throughout. Rodak kept Fulham in it with fine saves. Rooney masterclass, another strong performance by Max Bird. Tom Lawrence consistently playing well. Crackling atmosphere.
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1/2 Incredible day. Showed fight & determination. Usual poor goals conceded but ended 3 good moves with great goals. Some standout performers clearly buoyed by occasion. Great scenes at the end. Waghorn signs off with MoM performance.
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A very much deserved away win. Controlled large parts & were clinical in front of goal. Tom Lawrence a goal & assist. Max Bird keeps growing in stature. Timely substitutions brought stability. Sloppy goals conceded from errors. The right direction ⬆️
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My mum is 77 today… she took this photo… one of many with legends outside the Baseball Ground. I had no idea how incredible a footballer Sir Bobby Charlton was when this was taken… I was so lucky to get these opportunities!! Thanks Mum!! ♥️🐏
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This is class,
@TheMillwallFans
have raised a huge amount of cash to repair an ambulance car damaged after England’s World Cup win against Sweden. This is top class. 👏🏼
What a day for Craig Forsyth. A solid performance by the Rams. Fitness showing against a lacklustre Stoke City. A 3rd inside the six yard box pre-season goal for James Collins. Cohesion amongst the group is exciting. Great to see Waggy, Brys and Nuge again…
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Nottingham Forest considering official complaint to PGMOL over performance of referee Stuart Attwell & assistants after Man Utd defeat. Forest “very angry” after number of decisions today and feel standards are worsening
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