"Football Focus has been a hugely important programme in the history of BBC Sport and has played a key role in telling the stories of the game for generations of viewers."
"This decision was made before last week's wider BBC savings announcement, reflecting the continued shift in how audiences engage with football and our commitment to evolving how we deliver content to reach fans wherever they are."
"BBC Sport says it will expand its digital output across BBC platforms, including exclusive shows on YouTube, intending to deliver more high-quality, accessible and engaging football coverage at scale."
BBC Sport has announced the end of Football Focus after 52 years, with the program concluding at the end of the current season. Launched in 1974, it provided fans with pre-match interviews and analysis. The decline in linear television viewing since 2018, alongside a shift towards digital platforms, has influenced this decision. BBC Sport aims to enhance its digital output, including exclusive shows on YouTube, to better engage with audiences. The Football Interview will replace Football Focus in the Saturday slot next season.
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