Sony Sports Network has announced that former France football team captain Patrice Evra will join their expert panel for live coverage of ‘UEFA EURO 2024’. Evra will be a key part of the flagship studio show, Football Extraaa, providing expert analysis and insights throughout the tournament.

Patrice Evra, one of the most decorated footballers of his generation, brings a wealth of experience to the panel. With 81 international caps for France between 2004 and 2016, Evra’s illustrious career includes 725 club matches, notably 379 appearances for Manchester United and 82 for Juventus. He has won numerous titles, including five Premier League titles, the ‘UEFA Champions League’, the ‘FIFA Club World Cup’, and ‘Serie A championships with Juventus’, the network said in a press release.

Commenting on the joining, Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer – Distribution & International Business and Head – Sports Business, Sony Pictures Networks India, expressed his excitement about Evra joining the team. “We are delighted to have football legend Patrice Evra join our eminent panel for UEFA EURO 2024. Evra’s larger-than-life personality, combined with his experience, knowledge, and understanding of the sport, will ensure a rich experience for our viewers. At Sony Sports Network, our commitment is to provide our audience with the best viewing experience of the marquee tournament, both on and off the pitch, making Evra the perfect addition to the UEFA EURO 2024 panel,” said Kaul.

Patrice Evra shared his excitement about joining the Sony Sports Network team. “India holds a special place in my heart. I had a magnificent time in the country during my last visit, and I cannot wait to follow this up with my partnership with Sony Sports Network for UEFA EURO 2024. Sony Sports Network has a great legacy as the Home of Football in India, and I am looking forward to contributing my own experience and knowledge during the broadcast of the tournament,” Evra said.

The ‘UEFA EURO 2024’ promises to be a thrilling competition, featuring eight of the top 10 FIFA-ranked teams, including defending champions Italy. The tournament, set to begin on June 14, 2024, in Germany, will showcase some of the world’s best football talent, including Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal), Harry Kane (England), Christian Eriksen (Denmark), Kylian Mbappé (France), and Manuel Neuer (Germany).

Sony Sports Network will broadcast the ‘UEFA EURO 2024’ live across multiple channels, including Sony Sports Ten 2, Sony Sports Ten 3, Sony Sports Ten 4, and Sony Ten 5, in both SD and HD formats.

With Evra’s expert analysis, viewers can look forward to an immersive and enriched viewing experience of one of the year’s most anticipated football tournaments.

Stay tuned to Sony Sports Network for unparalleled coverage and expert insights as the road to European glory begins.