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Jacqui Oatley MBE is an accomplished sports commentator, host, and moderator known for her dynamic presence in both sporting and corporate settings.
Jacqui made history in 2007 as the first female commentator on Match of the Day and has continued to achieve pioneering milestones ever since. In 2015, The Independent recognised Jacqui as the 8th most influential woman in sport. Currently, Jacqui serves as the lead commentator for Sky Sports, covering the FA Women’s Super League, and presents EFL on Quest and darts events for ITV Sport.
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A former footballer and FA-qualified coach, Jacqui has commented on major football tournaments like the FIFA World Cup, Euros, and Olympic Games and multiple FIFA Women’s World Cups. She made history in 2022 as the first female play-by-play commentator for Fox Sports during the 2022 FIFA World Cup and later joined the U.S. commentary team for the 2023 National Women’s Soccer League.
Beyond sports, Jacqui has hosted and moderated a wide range of events, including BBC’s Five Live’s Drive programme and panel discussions for organisations like FIFA, the Football Association, and the Premier League. She has also hosted corporate and charity events for companies such as Goldman Sachs, Nuffield Health, and Cisco.
With a vibrant personality and expertise in leading Q&A sessions and panel debates, Jacqui is a sought-after speaker and moderator for sporting and non-sporting events. She is passionate about promoting gender equality in football and has been recognized with an MBE for her contributions to broadcasting and sports diversity.
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Jacqui Oatley MBE is an accomplished British sports commentator, renowned for her dynamic presence across both sporting and corporate platforms. A former footballer and FA-qualified coach, Jacqui made history as the first female commentator on Match of the Day and is passionate about diversity in sport. She has also covered a range of sports including darts, tennis, golf, rugby league, and snooker.
