FOOTBALL fans begged Jeff Stelling “please don’t go”.
That’s as he celebrated a goal from his beloved Hartlepool for the last time as Soccer Saturday host.
Sky SportsJeff Stelling celebrated a Hartlepool goal for the final time as Soccer Saturday host[/caption]
Sky SportsFans begged Stelling to reverse his decision in emotional scenes[/caption]
Sky SportsStelling steps down after 25 years at the end of the season[/caption]
TV favourite Stelling announced his decision to quit the popular show last month.
The 68-year-old had been in the hot seat for 25 years.
And Stelling’s final show will come on May 28, with Adam Smith in pole position to take over.
One of the highlights of each Soccer Saturday was his brilliant reaction to favourite team Hartlepool.
The League Two side have already been relegated to the National League.
But they gave Stelling one final cheer as they managed a goal to draw 1-1 at promotion-chasing Stockport.
The pundit danced excitedly in his seat as he celebrated what turned out to be Hartlepool’s final goal in their last game of the season.
And heartbroken fans begged Stelling to make a U-turn on his decision to quit Soccer Saturday.
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One said: “Please don’t go Jeff.”
Another declared: “Shame that he’s leaving.”
One noted: “There had to be a late winner for him celebrate again.”
Another added: “Good luck with your retirement Jeff.”
Fans are now anxiously waiting for Sky to announce Stelling’s replacement, with Smith currently favourite.
But fellow presenter Julian Warren is also said to be in the mix.
And talkSPORT star Laura Woods would be a popular choice too.