Hubbry Logo
Ian DarkeIan DarkeMain
Open search
Ian Darke
Community hub
Ian Darke
logo
7 pages, 0 posts
0 subscribers
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Ian Darke
Ian Darke
Ian Darke
View on Wikipedia
from Wikipedia

Ian Darke (born 1954) is an English association football and boxing commentator who currently works for ESPN and TNT Sports. Darke was previously one of Sky's "Big Four" football commentators alongside Martin Tyler, Alan Parry and Rob Hawthorne. He was also the main commentator for Sky's big boxing fights and along with Jim Watt, covered some of the biggest fights involving British boxers.

Key Information

Career

[edit]

BBC Radio/Sky Sports

[edit]

Darke worked for nearly ten years on BBC Radio covering boxing, athletics and football, before moving to Sky Sports in 1992 to commentate on the newly formed FA Premier League. He was the number two to lead commentator Martin Tyler and was the main commentator for Ford Monday Night Football.

In 1995, as Sky's boxing coverage expanded so much that the sport almost disappeared from terrestrial screens, Darke switched permanently to be their main boxing commentator, his role on Monday Night Football being taken by Rob Hawthorne. He was one of the Sky commentators for Evander Holyfield vs. Mike Tyson II, the fight known for being the one where Tyson bit off a piece of Holyfield's ear.

Nearly ten years later, after boxing promoter Frank Warren took his fighters to ITV, Sky's boxing output was significantly reduced, freeing up Darke for a return to 'live' football (although he had commentated on matches for an international audience, and had been heard on Sky covering some Champions League matches). Darke commentated on matches such as the 2005 Champions League semi-final between Chelsea and Liverpool.

Darke enjoyed a prolific Sky Sports career with commentaries for Premier League, UEFA Champions League and Football League matches, as well as maintaining his boxing commitments.

ESPN

[edit]

Howard gratefully claims it. Distribution: brilliant... Landon Donovan, are things on here for the USA? Can they do it here? Cross – and Dempsey is denied again! And Donovan has scored!! Oh, can you believe this!? Go, go, USA! Certainly through! Oh, it's incredible! You could not write a script like this!

Darke's call on ESPN during Landon Donovan's winning goal against Algeria in the 2010 World Cup group stage.

In 2010, Sky did not receive rights to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and Darke was hired to be an ESPN commentator for their coverage of the World Cup for the American market, and he became known to the American public as the English-language commentator for Landon Donovan's last-second goal for the United States against Algeria that allowed the USA to not only advance to the knockout stage, but also win their group.[1]

Rapinoe gets a cross in. In towards Wambach! Oh, can you believe this! Abby Wambach has saved the USA's life in this World Cup!

Darke's call on ESPN for Abby Wambach's tying goal against Brazil in the 2011 Women's World Cup quarterfinals.

Despite beginning the 2010–11 Premier League season with Sky in the UK, Darke was offered a three-year contract to join ESPN in the U.S. as their voice of the Premier League. He accepted the offer. Darke later expanded his duties to commentate on MLS games, the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup and the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he was their lead commentator and called the final.[2][3]

Zusi to take it...And there! It's there! What about that! It's John Brooks! It's John Brooks! For the USA! Have they stolen it?

Darke's call on ESPN for John Brooks' winning goal against Ghana in the 2014 World Cup group stage.

Darke paired with Julie Foudy to lead ESPN's coverage of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup and commentated another American tournament-saving goal – Abby Wambach's last-second header against Brazil in the quarterfinals – before teaming with Taylor Twellman (for Team USA's games) and Steve McManaman (for other games, including those featuring England and the final between Germany and Argentina) during the 2014 World Cup.[4]

Darke returned to ESPN more permanently as the lead La Liga commentator alongside his long time broadcast partner Steve McManaman.

For the 2022 World Cup, ESPN loaned Darke to Fox Sports.

The fact that Darke has commentated enthusiastically for MLS and for both the US Men's and Women's National Teams has led The American Outlaws to create a chant named "Ian Darke, you are a Yank" and the Men in Blazers (Michael Davies and Roger Bennett) to name him "Sir Ian Darke".

Football TV credits
Event Broadcast years
FIFA World Cup 1994 (ABC/ESPN), 2010 (ABC/ESPN), 2014 (ABC/ESPN), 2018 (World Feed), 2022 (FOX/FS1)
FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 (ESPN)
FIFA Confederations Cup 2013 (ESPN)
Premier League 1992–2010 (Sky Sports), 2010–2013 (ESPN), 2013–present (BT Sport/TNT Sports), 2019–present (Prime Video Sport)
UEFA Champions League/UEFA Europa League 2003–2010 (Sky Sports), 2015-present (BT Sport/TNT Sports)
FA Cup 1990–2010 (Sky Sports), 2013–2021 (BT Sport), 2022 (ESPN)
US Men's National Soccer Team Friendlies 2010–2022 (ESPN)
US Women's National Soccer Team Friendlies 2011–2022 (ESPN)
UEFA European Championship 2012 (ESPN), 2016 (ESPN), 2020 [note 1] (ABC/ESPN), 2024 (FOX/FS1)
La Liga 2021–present (ABC/ESPN)

BT Sport/TNT Sports

[edit]

At the start of the 2013–14 Premier League season, Darke joined the BT Sport team as a commentator for English Premier League matches. He can also be heard on the Premier League world feed. He commentated on the 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019 FA Cup Final.

Fox Sports

[edit]

Darke announced on Twitter on July 26, 2022 that he would be joining Fox Sports' slate of broadcasters for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in a supporting role, comparing his stint to a loan from ESPN.[5] Darke and Landon Donovan were named the lead announcing team for UEFA Euro 2024.[6]

Personal life

[edit]

Darke's son Adam is a documentary maker on sports, and is also a wellbeing coach. Like his father, he supports Portsmouth F.C.[7]

Notes

[edit]

References

[edit]
[edit]
Revisions and contributorsEdit on WikipediaRead on Wikipedia

Ian Darke

View on Grokipedia
from Grokipedia
Ian Darke is an English and commentator renowned for his eloquent, passionate style and deep knowledge of the sports, serving as a lead play-by-play voice for in the United States. He has covered major events including multiple World Cups, matches, and high-profile bouts, while also contributing to UK broadcasts on TNT Sports and . From his hometown of , , Darke began his career as a trained working for regional newspapers in the before entering with BBC Radio in 1975. By 1979, he had joined the BBC's national radio service, where he provided commentary on soccer, , and for nearly a decade. In 1992, Darke moved to , quickly establishing himself as one of the network's "Big Four" principal football commentators and taking on lead duties from 1995 onward, including the iconic vs. II heavyweight title fight in 1997. His tenure at Sky lasted until 2010, during which he covered the inaugural seasons of the and numerous domestic cup competitions. Darke joined ESPN full-time in September 2010 as the network's premier soccer commentator, delivering memorable calls such as Landon Donovan's stoppage-time winner for the United States against Algeria in the 2010 FIFA World Cup group stage, which advanced the team to the knockout rounds. He has since narrated key moments like Abby Wambach's dramatic 122nd-minute header securing the United States' victory over Brazil in the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinal, the United States' 2014 World Cup Round of 16 clash with Belgium, and Germany's 7-1 semifinal demolition of Brazil that same year. Darke has commentated on the FIFA World Cups of 2010 and 2014, as well as the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, alongside extensive Premier League and UEFA Champions League coverage. In the UK, he became BT Sport's (now TNT Sports) lead football commentator in 2013, handling matches including FA Cup finals from 2014 to 2019, and as of the 2024-25 season pairs with analysts like Craig Burley for Amazon Prime Video's Premier League broadcasts. He is also scheduled to cover the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Fox Sports. Beyond broadcasting, Darke maintains ties to his roots by writing a weekly column for The News, Portsmouth's local newspaper. His career, spanning over four decades, has made him one of the most respected voices in international sports media.

Early career

BBC Radio

Ian Darke was born in 1954 in , , which provided the backdrop for his early interest in sports broadcasting. A trained , Darke began his media career working for regional newspapers in the before entering broadcasting. Darke's broadcasting career began at in the late 1970s, following his start at the regional station Radio Leicester in 1975, and he transitioned to national coverage by 1979. His tenure at spanned nearly a decade of sports-focused work until 1992, where he established himself as a versatile commentator. During this period, Darke hosted the iconic program on Saturday afternoons, delivering updates and analysis on boxing, athletics, and football, including a year as the main presenter. He provided radio commentary for domestic English football matches, capturing the excitement of league games, and covered major events, such as the 1980 Larry Holmes-Muhammad heavyweight in . This radio foundation honed his distinctive voice and storytelling style before his move to television with in 1992.

Sky Sports

In 1992, following a decade of radio commentary at the BBC, Ian Darke transitioned to television by joining Sky Sports as the number two commentator behind Martin Tyler for the inaugural season of the FA Premier League. He quickly established himself as a key voice in the league's formative television era, providing play-by-play for numerous matches and later serving as the lead commentator on the innovative Monday Night Football program alongside Andy Gray, which earned acclaim for its in-depth analysis and highlights. Darke's style during this period was noted for its passion and expert tactical insights, helping to elevate the viewing experience as the Premier League grew into a global phenomenon, with his commentaries contributing to Sky's dominant coverage through 2010. From 2003 to 2010, Darke expanded his role to include fixtures, delivering commentary on high-stakes European matches that showcased his versatility in handling intense, continental football. A representative example was his coverage of the 2005 Champions League semi-final between Chelsea and , where his engaging delivery captured the drama of the penalty shootout victory for . As one of ' "Big Four" football commentators—alongside , , and —Darke solidified his prominence in domestic English football, calling over 100 and related games that underscored the network's comprehensive broadcasting during the league's expansion. Parallel to his football duties, Darke became Sky Sports' lead boxing commentator starting in 1995, hosting Fight Night and covering major heavyweight title bouts throughout the 2000s, including those featuring Mike Tyson, Lennox Lewis, and Joe Calzaghe. His most notable assignment was the 1997 rematch between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson, where, alongside Glenn McCrory, he provided stunned real-time narration of Tyson's infamous ear-biting disqualification, a moment that McCrory later described as potentially ruinous for boxing's reputation. This era marked Darke's dual expertise in combat sports, blending his articulate, high-energy style with the raw intensity of the ring until boxing coverage diminished in the early 2000s, allowing him to refocus on football.

Major broadcasting roles

ESPN

Ian Darke joined full-time in September 2010, transitioning from to become the network's lead soccer voice in the United States. During his tenure, Darke provided play-by-play commentary for 's coverage of the in , including key matches such as the United States' dramatic victory over . He returned as the lead commentator for the in , calling several high-profile games that highlighted the tournament's global appeal. One of Darke's most memorable calls came during the , where he narrated the ' quarterfinal match against , culminating in 's extra-time header in the 122nd minute that forced penalties and propelled the U.S. team forward. This iconic moment, often cited as "Abby Wambach has saved the USA's life in this World Cup," underscored Darke's ability to capture dramatic soccer narratives for American audiences. From 2010 to 2013, Darke served as the lead voice for 's English broadcasts, delivering commentary on marquee matches alongside analyst and helping introduce the league's intensity to U.S. viewers during the network's rights period. Since acquired rights in 2021, Darke has been the primary English-language play-by-play commentator for the Spanish league, continuing through the 2025 season. Darke's role at ESPN has extended to regular commentary for U.S. men's and women's national team matches, as well as select European league fixtures, solidifying his position as a cornerstone of the network's soccer programming into 2025.

BT Sport/TNT Sports

Ian Darke joined BT Sport in 2013 as a commentator for the English , marking a significant expansion of his domestic presence in the UK following his earlier roles at . This move aligned with BT Sport's acquisition of rights to 38 matches per season starting in the 2013-14 campaign, where Darke provided lead commentary alongside analysts like . His energetic style and deep knowledge of the league quickly established him as one of the network's primary voices for high-profile domestic fixtures, including title-deciding clashes and derbies that showcased tactical intricacies and player performances. Darke's tenure at BT Sport included lead commentary for several FA Cup Finals, highlighting his role in covering England's premier domestic cup competition. In 2014, he called the Arsenal vs. Hull City final, capturing the drama of Arsenal's comeback from two goals down to secure a 3-2 victory. For the 2016 final between United and , Darke narrated United's extra-time win via Jesse Lingard's iconic volley, emphasizing the match's intensity as a redemption for manager . In 2019, he provided commentary for City's 6-0 rout of , underscoring City's dominance under in one of the competition's most one-sided finals. These assignments exemplified Darke's ability to blend historical context with real-time excitement in high-stakes domestic encounters. Following the rebranding of BT Sport to TNT Sports in July 2023, Darke maintained his prominent position as a lead commentator for matches, , and Europa League coverage through 2025. His work during the 2024-25 Champions League season included calling key group-stage fixtures, such as vs. , where he highlighted Arsenal's attacking prowess in a 1-0 win. This ongoing role complemented his concurrent duties in the , allowing Darke to balance domestic focus with international broadcasts while prioritizing premium soccer events. By late 2025, Darke remained a staple voice for TNT Sports' slate of 52 live games annually, contributing to the network's reputation for authoritative European football analysis.

Fox Sports

Ian Darke made his debut with as a play-by-play broadcaster for the in , marking his first major tournament contribution to the network's coverage. Paired with analysts such as , Darke called key matches, including high-profile group stage and knockout games, bringing his extensive experience from prior broadcasts with to enhance the U.S. audience's viewing. In 2024, Darke returned to as part of the lead commentary team for in , with the broadcast assignments announced on May 30. He handled prominent fixtures, such as England's Round of 16 clash with , continuing his role in delivering authoritative play-by-play narration alongside American co-commentators to bridge British soccer expertise with U.S. broadcasting norms. On August 27, 2025, confirmed Darke's return for the , hosted across the , , and Mexico, where he will serve as a key play-by-play voice for the tournament's coverage. This commitment underscores his selective involvement in portfolio of global mega-events, emphasizing his ability to adapt a distinctive commentary style—characterized by eloquent phrasing and historical context—to engage North American viewers during these limited-engagement broadcasts.

Notable commentary

Football highlights

One of Ian Darke's most iconic football commentary moments came during the group stage match between the and , where he captured the drama of Donovan's stoppage-time winner that advanced the USMNT to the knockout rounds. As Donovan slotted home the rebound in the 91st minute, Darke exclaimed, "Dempsey! Donovan! It's in! It's in! It's in! Donovan! Unbelievable! The U.S. are going through! Go, go, USA! It's incredible! You could not write a script like this!" This call, delivered on , resonated deeply with American audiences, becoming a cultural touchstone that amplified the excitement and helped propel soccer's popularity in the US. In the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinal against Brazil, Darke provided another unforgettable narration during extra time, as Abby Wambach headed in a 122nd-minute equalizer from a corner kick to force penalties and keep the USWNT alive in the tournament. His broadcast on ESPN featured the line, "Oh, can you believe this?! Abby Wambach has saved the U.S.A.'s life in this World Cup!" amid the chaotic celebrations, highlighting the goal's status as the latest in World Cup history at that point. The moment, which propelled the US to the semifinals and eventual silver medal, was praised for its emotional intensity and contributed to heightened visibility for women's soccer in the US. Darke's commentary extended to key knockout-stage matches at the , including the USMNT's Round of 16 clash with on ESPN, where he described the tension of Tim Howard's 16 saves in a 2-1 extra-time loss and the earlier group-stage heroics like John Brooks' headed winner against . These calls underscored the growing competitiveness of American soccer on the global stage. More recently, during on Fox Sports, Darke led coverage of high-stakes moments, such as his exuberant narration of Ollie Watkins' 91st-minute winner for against the in the semifinals—"Watkins! What a hit! are in the final!"—and Jude Bellingham's dramatic 95th-minute overhead against in the Round of 16. These memorable calls have had a lasting impact on US soccer fandom, with Darke's passionate delivery often credited for drawing in casual viewers and fostering emotional connections to the sport. Fans frequently recall the Donovan moment as giving "goosebumps" and marking a "watershed" for soccer's mainstream appeal, while Donovan himself noted in 2022 that Darke's voice made the goal "even more special." Similarly, reactions to the Wambach call emphasized its role in inspiring a new generation of female players, with commentators and supporters hailing it as a defining broadcast in history. Overall, Darke's work across these events has been instrumental in expanding soccer's cultural footprint in the .

Boxing coverage

Darke's boxing commentary career began on in the late , where he joined the national service in 1979 and covered major bouts alongside athletics and football events. His early assignments included the 1980 heavyweight clash between and in , marking one of his first significant broadcasts as the sole BBC sports department representative with boxing expertise at the time. Over nearly a decade with through 1992, Darke established as a foundational element of his broadcasting skills, delivering radio play-by-play for prominent fights that honed his ability to convey the intensity of live combat sports. Transitioning to Sky Sports in 1992, initially overlapping with his emerging football commentary role, Darke became the network's primary boxing voice by 1995 as its coverage expanded. He provided lead commentary for high-profile bouts throughout the late and , often partnering with analyst Jim Watt to cover major fights involving British boxers and international heavyweights. A standout moment came during the 1997 rematch between and at the MGM Grand in , where Darke delivered real-time play-by-play as Tyson controversially bit Holyfield's ear twice in the third round, leading to Tyson's disqualification and the fight's infamy as one of boxing's most shocking incidents. The event drew 550,000 pay-per-view buys in the UK on , underscoring its massive audience impact. After departing in 2010 for , Darke's boxing work became more selective, integrated around his primary football commitments at and later BT Sport (now TNT Sports), though he maintained notable contributions to the sport's coverage. These post-2010 appearances included occasional high-profile fights, reflecting his ongoing versatility without dominating his schedule. Throughout his boxing commentary, Darke emphasized technical breakdowns of fighters' strategies and footwork, detailed explorations of their personal histories, and broader historical context to enrich the narrative of each bout. This approach, rooted in his radio origins, positioned boxing not as a peripheral pursuit but as a that informed his overall sports broadcasting prowess.

Personal life

Family

Ian Darke is the father of Adam Darke, an award-winning documentary filmmaker who specializes in sports-related content and has recently transitioned into a career as a coach. Adam Darke's filmmaking career includes producing emotive human-interest documentaries such as The Crazy Gang (2014) for BT , which chronicles the rise and fall of , and Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story (2017) for , exploring the life of the pioneering footballer. Other notable works include Cornered (2013), following journeyman boxer Johnny Greaves, and contributions to series like Save Our Beautiful Game (2021). In November 2024, Adam Darke announced his retraining as a coach, focusing on support through frameworks, a role he continues to pursue as of 2025. The Darke family shares a passion for football, with both Ian and Adam supporting .

Football interests

Ian Darke has been a lifelong supporter of , holding a in the North Stand at and openly embracing his allegiance to the club. Born and raised in , Darke grew up immersed in the local football culture, attending matches with family and developing a profound emotional bond to that he has described as an "addiction." This passion extends to hosting events like "Life and Chimes – The Pompey Story" in 2017, where he shared cherished club memories with fans, underscoring his view of as a "special club." Darke's fandom is shared with his son , who, like his father, is a dedicated supporter and frequent visitor to . Despite this personal loyalty, Darke maintains a neutral and professional style in his commentary work, a trait praised for allowing him to cover matches without perceived bias, even as he has never hidden his support for the club. He has emphasized this balance in interviews, noting how his allegiance informs his appreciation for the game but does not compromise objectivity. Beyond his club devotion, Darke exhibits a broader in English football , evident in his contributions to the Pompey Supporters Trust blog "From The 'Darke' Side," where he reflects on the club's past and its place in the sport's narrative. In early 2025, as Portsmouth competed in the following their promotion from League One, Darke voiced optimism about the team's "baby steps" toward stability, while critiquing the "fickle" nature of some fans amid a challenging season. By September, ahead of the heated -Southampton derby, he urged supporters to keep rivalries verbal, highlighting his emotional investment in the fixture's intensity. In October, he delivered a candid assessment of the club's summer signings as underwhelming given their limited budget.

References

  1. https://espnpressroom.com/us/bios/darke_ian/
  2. https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/football/premier-league-2024-25-amazon-prime-video-presenters/
  3. https://usefultalent.com/talent/ian-darke/
  4. https://champions-speakers.co.uk/speaker-agent/ian-darke
  5. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6578881/2025/08/27/ian-darke-2026-world-cup-fox/
  6. https://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2010/09/top-uk-commentator-ian-darke-joins-espn-as-lead-soccer-voice-in-the-u-s/
  7. https://www.foxsports.com/presspass/bios/on-air/ian-darke-2
  8. https://www.janemorganmgt.com/iandarke1.html
  9. https://boxing-social.com/features/ian-darke-memories-of-holmes-ali-mb/
  10. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8576405/BT-Sport-commentator-Ian-Darke-recalls-scary-experience-covering-Bundesliga-games-home.html
  11. https://icdb.tv/stats/92/Ian-Darke
  12. https://boxingnewsonline.net/evander-holyfield-mike-tyson-rematch-reliving-the-night-of-the-bite/
  13. https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/glenn-mccrory-holyfield-tyson/77559
  14. https://www.sportsvideo.org/2016/03/04/behind-the-mic-espn-re-ups-ian-darke-for-soccer-fox-adds-curtis-strange-to-golf-coverage/
  15. https://www.si.com/soccer/2014/01/08/espn-martin-tyler-part-ways-ian-darke-named-lead-announcer-for-2014-world-cup
  16. https://www.si.com/more-sports/2011/07/15/womenworldcup-media
  17. https://awfulannouncing.com/2011-articles/video-abby-wambachs-last-minute-goal-that-saved-the-usa.html
  18. https://awfulannouncing.com/2013/ian-darke-steve-mcmanaman-say-goodbye-with-classic-outtakes.html
  19. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/why-many-americans-will-miss-ian-darkes-epl-commentaries-on-espn-20130531-CMS-76345.html/
  20. https://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2010/9/24/1708670/ian-darke-espn-soccer-world-cup-mls
  21. https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/37458014/ian-darke-remain-espn-lead-soccer-broadcaster-2020
  22. https://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2016/03/176298/
  23. https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46200534/ian-darke-premier-league-takeaways-liverpool-arsenal-show-flaws
  24. https://awfulannouncing.com/2013/ian-darke-signs-with-bt-sport-in-uk-will-broadcast-usa-matches-for-espn.html
  25. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/ian-darke-steve-mcmanaman-join-bt-sports-epl-coverage-beginning-with-2013-14-season-20130509-CMS-71834.html/
  26. https://sport-onthebox.com/2014/05/12/fa-cup-final-2014-arsenal-v-hull-city-live-on-itv-bt-sport/
  27. https://icdb.tv/match/17160-Crystal-Palace-v-Manchester-United
  28. https://sport-onthebox.com/2019/05/15/fa-cup-final-2019-manchester-city-v-watford-watch-live-tv-coverage-bbc-one-bt-sport/
  29. https://www.bettingpundits.com/football-pundits/tnt-sports/
  30. https://archive.506sports.com/wiki/2024-25_UEFA_Champions_League
  31. https://www.tntsports.co.uk/all-sports/tnt-sports-to-deliver-a-season-of-unmissable-live-sport_sto20029557/story.shtml
  32. https://www.foxsports.com/presspass/blog/2022/07/26/fox-sports-scores-ian-darke-as-new-fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022-play-by-play-announcer/
  33. https://prosoccerwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/mls/2022/10/04/fox-unveils-full-2022-world-cup-broadcast-team-including-darke-pairing-with-donovan/77440958007/
  34. https://www.foxsports.com/presspass/blog/2024/05/30/fox-sports-unveils-broadcast-teams-for-uefa-euro-2024-and-conmebol-copa-america-2024/
  35. https://www.foxsports.com/presspass/blog/2024/06/28/fox-sports-announces-broadcaster-match-assignments-for-uefa-euro-2024-round-of-16/
  36. https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/united-states-vs-algeria-watch-landon-donovans-legendary-world-cup-goal-monday-n
  37. https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/37584317/oral-history-most-famous-moment-usmnt-history
  38. https://worldsoccertalk.com/tv/landon-donovan-on-ian-darkes-call-of-his-2010-world-cup-goal-20221116-WST-408549.html/
  39. https://www.nbcsports.com/soccer/news/remember-this-abby-wambach-has-saved-the-u-s-as-life
  40. https://the18.com/en/soccer-entertainment/abby-wambach-goal-vs-brazil-2011-womens-world-cup
  41. https://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2014/06/160073/
  42. https://www.espnfrontrow.com/2014/07/ian-darke-sizzle-reel-goal-calls-u-s-group-stage-world-cup-matches/
  43. https://awfulannouncing.com/fox/ian-darke-ollie-watkins-game-winning-goal-call.html
  44. https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/2024/06/30/jude-bellingham-goal-bicycle-england-ian-darke-video/79749710007/
  45. https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/07/11/arts/euro-2024-soccer-matches-ian-darke/
  46. https://www.foxsports.com/stories/soccer/go-go-usa-how-landon-donovans-2010-world-cup-goal-became-iconic
  47. https://www.brotherlygame.com/2020/5/27/21271519/go-go-usa-goal-call-still-gets-me-a-decade-on
  48. https://www.thefootballweekend.com/p/go-go-usa-landon-donovan-world-cup-2010
  49. https://boxingnewsonline.net/features/on-this-day-mike-tyson-has-boxing-licence-revoked-and-is-fined-3million-for-biting-evander-holyfields-ear/
  50. https://www.worldboxingnews.com/sky-ppv-figures-anthony-joshua/
  51. https://www.888sport.com/blog/who-is-ian-darke
  52. https://sportsgazette.co.uk/ian-darke-exclusive-part-two-career-highlights/
  53. https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/i-want-to-help-others-award-winning-documentary-maker-and-portsmouth-fan-makes-career-change-4885653
  54. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14180346/
  55. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1934557/
  56. https://www.thetalentmanager.com/talent/35846/adam-darke
  57. https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/17-famous-pompey-supporters-whove-declared-their-allegiances-to-the-blues-4150634
  58. https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/watch-football-commentator-ian-darke-describes-addiction-of-supporting-pompey-1075262
  59. https://www.facebook.com/officialpfc/videos/ive-never-hidden-being-a-pompey-fan-ian-darke-on-his-career-in-commentary/419473976135180/
  60. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw43_lhArDM
  61. https://www.pompeytrust.com/blog/from-the-darke-side
  62. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0lbrzqm
  63. https://www.theportsmouthnews.com/2025/03/14/ian-darke-reveals-what-will-make-fickle-portsmouth-fans-deliriously-happy/
  64. https://www.theportsmouthnews.com/2025/09/08/going-to-be-a-lot-of-hatred-ian-darke-shares-portsmouth-and-southampton-fan-message-ahead-of-derby-return/
  65. https://www.theportsmouthnews.com/2025/10/02/ian-darke-delivers-brutal-verdict-on-portsmouths-summer-signings-as-adrian-segecic-claim-made/
Add your contribution
Related Hubs
User Avatar
No comments yet.