Who is commentating Celtic vs Dunfermline? TV and radio coverage for Scottish Cup Final on BBC, Premier Sports and Celtic TV

Match date: 23 May 2026

Who is commentating Celtic vs Dunfermline? TV and radio coverage for Scottish Cup Final on BBC, Premier Sports and Celtic TV

Celtic’s Scottish Cup Final against Dunfermline Athletic is set to attract huge attention, and fans across the UK and beyond have a wide range of options for following the action. In the UK, the BBC is heavily involved, with Liam McLeod on commentary and James McFadden alongside him, while Jonathan Sutherland fronts the television coverage on BBC One Scotland HD and BBC Sport Scotland Online. For supporters wanting the full live match experience, Premier Sports is also carrying the final, while Celtic TV is offering coverage for subscribers outside the UK and Ireland. As ever, the match is one of the biggest dates in the Scottish football calendar, and the broadcast line-up reflects the occasion.

The BBC’s coverage is likely to be the most familiar to Scottish viewers. Liam McLeod has been a prominent voice in Scottish football broadcasting for many years, covering domestic and international matches for BBC Scotland and contributing across television and radio. Former Scotland international James McFadden, a technically gifted attacker in his playing days with Everton, Birmingham City and Motherwell, has become one of the BBC’s most recognisable pundits, bringing the perspective of a modern-era professional and international player to major occasions. Their partnership on commentary should give viewers a balanced mix of authority and insight.

On the presenting side, Jonathan Sutherland remains one of the key figures in BBC Scotland’s sport coverage. He has built a strong reputation as a reliable live presenter across football and wider sporting events, guiding audiences through big-match build-up and analysis with clarity. He is joined by a strong studio and reporting team, including Scott Brown, the former Celtic captain whose leadership and combative style helped define a hugely successful period for the club. Brown’s inclusion adds extra interest, especially given his deep knowledge of the Celtic dressing room and the demands of winning trophies at Hampden and beyond.

Also on BBC duties are Stephen Kenny, the former Republic of Ireland manager, and reporters Jane Lewis and Kheredine Idessane. Lewis has long been a respected voice in Scottish sports journalism, known for her experience across television, radio and digital platforms, while Idessane is another trusted BBC Scotland reporter with extensive experience covering football at the top level. Together, they help ensure the BBC’s coverage goes well beyond the 90 minutes.

For radio listeners, BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio Scotland are providing extensive coverage as well. Kenny Macintyre presents the audio build-up, with Alasdair Lamont on commentary and a well-stocked panel including Pat Bonner, the former Celtic and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper, and ex-manager Ian McCall. The punditry line-up also features John Rankin and Tom English, adding tactical and journalistic perspective. BBC Radio 5 Live reporter Eilidh Barbour adds another layer for listeners following the final nationally.

Premier Sports offers an alternative live broadcast for viewers who prefer its presentation style. Emma Dodds is the presenter, with Rory Hamilton leading commentary and former Scotland defender Stephen Craigan alongside him. Craigan, who won more than 50 caps for his country, is a familiar voice to followers of Scottish football and has developed a strong reputation for clear, direct analysis. The pundit group also includes Alan Hutton, Charlie Mulgrew and James McPake, all of whom bring recent playing and coaching experience to the discussion. Reporters Connie McLaughlin and Darrell Currie add further polish to the coverage.

Celtic supporters outside the UK and Ireland can also watch via Celtic TV, with Daylin Docherty on commentary and Simon Donnelly as co-commentator. Donnelly is another former Celtic forward who knows the club well and will be able to offer a fan’s eye view of how the final is unfolding. The official club service is often a useful option for overseas subscribers looking for a more intimate, club-focused broadcast.

For those who prefer live updates rather than full coverage, there are also radio and news options through local stations such as Radio Clyde, STV News and talkSPORT. But the main talking point remains the BBC and Premier Sports line-ups, with strong Scottish football names involved throughout. The match itself will be played at Hampden Park, and the coverage details underline the scale of the occasion, with multiple broadcasters ensuring that supporters can follow Celtic’s bid for more silverware and Dunfermline’s attempt to spring a major surprise. For more on the competition, see the Scottish Cup on the Scottish FA website.

Article generated: 23 May 2026, 15:00 GMT