Punditry watch

Did they really
say that?

A running notebook for baffling live sport commentary, brain-dead punditry and phrases that escaped into the wild before anyone could stop them.

“It is important not to concede early doors, but also important to score.”

Mystery co-commentator24 June 2026

Revolutionary stuff. Somewhere, a tactics board burst into flames out of respect.

“They just wanted it more today.”

Unnamed studio sage24 June 2026

The traditional post-match explanation when tactics, injuries, substitutions and the concept of football itself are apparently too much admin.

“If he hits the fairway here, he will have a much better chance than if he misses it.”

Golf booth philosopher24 June 2026

A sentence so obvious it should come with a refund and a small apology.