BBC axes Football Focus after 52-year run
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12 claimsThe BBC has announced that Football Focus will be axed at the end of the season after 52 years.
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The BBC cited changing audience behaviors and the shift to digital and on-demand viewing as reasons for the cancellation.
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Alex Scott will remain at the heart of BBC Sport's football coverage, including the Men's World Cup, Women's World Cup, Women's Super League, and Sports Personality of the Year.
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