Jeff Stelling nearly cries live on Sky Sports after getting hit with THIS brutal news
SKY SPORTS anchor Jeff Stelling was left devastated on Soccer Saturday yesterday when his football team were relegated while he was live on air.
Jeff Stelling has emotional overload watching Hartlepool relegated
The 62-year-old had been presenting the show kitted out in his side Hartlepool United’s shirt, complete with a waistcoat on top.
Jeff was in ecstasy earlier on in the day as the Pools took the lead against Doncaster Rovers, after substitute Devante Rodney scored a second goal in the 88th minute.
Thrilled at the prospect of his team staying in League Two, the former Countdown presenter jumped up so much he had to reattach his microphone.
Pundit Paul Merson yelled: “Unbelievable scenes on the pitch, Jeff.”
Sky Sports anchor Jeff Stelling's joy turned to misery as Hartlepool United were relegated
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No wonder he’s happy about it, it’s a great finish
However, the joyous moment turned sour just one minute later as relegation rivals Newport County scored a second time against Notts County, meaning Hartlepool would definitely be going down.
The atmosphere changed as everyone realised what had happened and Jeff sank down in his seat.
However, ever the professional, the sports journalist conceded Newport defender Mark O’Brien’s goal had been a good one.
Jeff looked devastated as Newport County scored against Notts County
He sighed: “No wonder he’s happy about it, it’s a great finish.”
Hartlepool’s relegation marks the end of a nearly 100 year stay in the Football League.
Last month Jeff called for manager Dave Jones to be sacked after his side lost 2-0 at home to Barnet.