Kenny Macintyre has been confirmed as the new host of Saturday Sportsound with veteran presenter Richard Gordon stepping down from the role after 30 years on the mic.

Gordon, a lifelong Aberdeen fan, is moving to the Sunday edition of the show but will continue to present some midweek fixtures for the station.

Macintyre is a well-known broadcaster on BBC Radio Scotland having provided match reports and hosted episodes of Sportsound over a number of years. He will begin his new Saturday role on July 30 when the Scottish Premiership returns.

A BBC statement read: "An experienced and well-known voice, Kenny is a regular sports presenter on BBC Radio Scotland, leading previous editions of Sportsound as well as providing interviews and reports."

"The programme is so important to our audience and Kenny brings huge passion and a wealth of experience to the role."

McIntyre said: "It's an honour and a privilege to be the presenter of Sportsound - a programme I have a long-standing connection with.

"Anyone who knows me knows how passionate and committed I am to providing excellent sports journalism that connects with Radio Scotland's audiences.

"I look forward to developing exciting plans for the future alongside an excellent team of colleagues and commentators."

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