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World Cup Grandstand

on BBC One London

Introduced by David Coleman direct from Mexico
The action.... the news... the personalities of The 1970 World Cup
Last night, in Mexico City's Aztec Stadium, the host nation met Russia in the opening match. Tomorrow England play their first match, against Rumania.
From the four World Cup centres, the BBC commentary team bring you all the latest news and action. With comment and analysis by the Grandstand team of experts.
In Mexico with David Coleman:

Joe Mercer and Don RevieIn London with Frank Bough:

Brian Clough, Noel Cantwell, Ian St John, Ray Wilson, Bob Wilson, Johnny Haynes,
Walley Barnes and Jim Finney

Contributors

Presenter:
David Coleman
Analysis (in Mexico):
Joe Mercer
Analysis (in Mexico):
Don Revie
Presenter (in London):
Frank Bough
Analysis (in London):
Brian Clough
Analysis (in London):
Noel Cantwell
Analysis (in London):
Ian St John
Analysis (in London):
Ray Wilson
Analysis (in London):
Bob Wilson
Analysis (in London):
Johnny Haynes
Analysis (in London):
Walley Barnes
Analysis (in London):
Jim Finney
Television Presentation:
Brian Venner
Television Presentation:
Jonathan Martin
Television Presentation:
Fred Viner
Editor:
Alan Hart
Editor:
Sam Leitch

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