About Sam Matterface
Born 1978. Sam Matterface is a British sports commentator.
Sam Peter Matterface (born 27 April 1978) is an English sports broadcaster currently working for Talksport,
He started presenting on Sky Sports News in July 2007, before leaving in late 2010. On 12 January 2018, Matterface was confirmed as Matt Chapman's replacement as commentator for ITV's Dancing on Ice. Matterface did not return for the 2025 series and was replaced by Alex Crook, who previously deputised for him in later series due to his footballing commitments. On 14 July 2020, ITV announced that he would replace Clive Tyldesley as lead football and England commentator at the start of the 2020–21 season.
Personal life Matterface is a supporter of Chelsea. He was previously married to former Sky Sports colleague Natalie Sawyer, with whom he has a child.
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Who is Sam Matterface?
British sports broadcaster
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Sam Matterface was born on 21 April 1978 in London.
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Sam Matterface is a sports commentator.
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