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Long Hop Productions is the professional brand of Matt Spiro - a single gateway for broadcasters, rights holders, brands and agencies seeking premier football broadcasting expertise.
Whether you need a lead presenter to anchor major tournament coverage, an insightful live commentator, or a complete production partner capable of delivering turnkey editorial content, LHP provides flexible, world-class media solutions tailored to your platform.
Elite Sports Media Talent & Production, Delivered Directly to Your Project
Services - How we can work together
Presenter & Studio Host
Authoritative, engaging and composed under pressure. Bringing warmth and editorial rigour to live studio broadcasts, tournament coverage and magazine shows.
Match Commentary
Multi-platform live match commentary combining deep tactical insight, meticulous research and narrative flair for global audiences.
Pitchside Reporter & Interviewer
Delivering high-energy, real-time touchline access on the biggest stages - including UEFA Champions League nights and major international fixtures. Expertise in live pitchside hits, flash interviews and post-match reactions under high pressure.
Feature Interviews & Magazine Content
In-depth, sit-down interviews and stand-alone profile pieces for global magazine shows, broadcast features, and digital platforms. Conducting relaxed, authentic conversations that draw out compelling narratives from world-class players and managers.
Executive Producer & Editorial Lead
End-to-end management of live and non-live broadcast projects. Expert direction on running orders, show concepts, team management and narrative arc.
Turnkey Production Partner
Where required, LHP acts as a complete production partner, bringing together elite technical and creative teams to deliver finished, ready-to-air broadcast projects.
About
Matt Spiro is a British presenter, commentator, and producer based in France. With over 20 years at the forefront of international sports broadcasting, he delivers trusted expertise across TV, radio, digital, and live events.
Major Tournament Broadcaster: Live studio host for beIN Sports’ 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage having anchored World Cup Daily during Qatar 2022.
Global Football Authority: Spent 12 years as Head of Global TV Coverage and Executive Producer for Ligue 1, shaping international coverage seen by millions worldwide.
Trusted Industry Partner: Broadcast and commentary portfolio includes collaborations with the BBC, Ligue 1, Sky Sports and IMG.
Audio & Print: Host of The French Football Show podcast and author of Sacré Bleu – Zidane to Mbappé (Telegraph Football Book of the Year 2021).
Clients
Contact
Whether you are looking to book Matt for an upcoming broadcast, host an event, or discuss a production partnership, get in touch to see how Long Hop Productions can support your project.
Location: Paris / France / Available Worldwide
Languages: English / French