Steven Gerrard will take a lead role on TNT Sports’ football coverage this season.
The former Liverpool captain will feature across the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup as a pundit and co-commentator.
The broadcaster will air more than 700 matches across domestic and European competitions for the men’s and women’s game.
Other names confirmed for TNT Sports are Joe Cole, Ally McCoist , Karen Carney, Owen Hargreaves, Joleon Lescott, Fara Williams, Steve McManaman, Lucy Ward, Glenn Hoddle, Jen Beattie, Martin Keown, Anita Asante, Joel Ward and Robbie Savage.
Darren Fletcher returns as lead commentator with Sam Matterface, Mike Minay and Adam Summerton also serving as lead commentators across the season.
“Every week we’ll bring fans closer to the biggest matches, biggest personalities and biggest stories in the game through world-class live coverage and an exceptional team of presenters, pundits and commentators,” said Scott Young, EVP, WBD Sports Europe.
“But it’s about much more than the live action. We’re football fans ourselves. Whether it’s our unrivalled line-up of presenters, pundits and reporters, original documentaries, exclusive features, behind-the-scenes access or the daily football conversation across our digital and social platforms, there’s always something to discover whenever you come to TNT Sports.”
It will air 52 Premier League matches this season, with build-up show, EKO, hosted by Olivia Buzaglo, Jules Breach and Liam MacDevitt on rotation, before the microphone is passed to Lynsey Hipgrave ahead of kick off.
Reshmin Chowdhury, Lynsey Hipgrave and Laura Woods will lead on UEFA Champions League matches, while Jules Breach, Lynsey Hipgrave and Emma Dodds will be hosting Europa League and Conference League.
