Jeff Stelling sends hilarious Twitter reply to ‘scruffy’ Chris Kamara as Soccer Saturday legend prepares for last show

JEFF STELLING tweeted a heartwarming response after Chris Kamara called him the “best broadcaster” he’s ever met.

The veteran Soccer Saturday host is hanging up his mic this weekend after 25 years in the job.

Stelling, 68, has worked with Kamara for many of those years – with the pair adored for their “unbelievable” exchanges.

Ahead of Stelling’s final show tomorrow, Kammy wrote: “This Sunday sees the last day at Sky for the best broadcaster I have ever met @JeffStelling.

“I am getting my tribute in early because Jeff has been a massive part of my life and I love him to bits.

“One of the things I do miss is working with the maestro.”

After seeing Kamara’s heartfelt message, Stelling replied: “We did ok Kammy didn’t we for two scruffy kids from either side of the River Tees.

“All those feelings are mutual btw. Thanks Pal. Take care !”

Stelling revealed in an emotional on-air speech last month that he would be stepping down from his dream job at the end of the season.

He said: “I’ve been at Sky for more than 30 years and loved every moment of my time as part of the Soccer Saturday team.

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“It is now the right time to move on and give Sky Sports viewers a break from my relentless rants, bad gags and over-the-top celebrations of Hartlepool United goals.

“It’s been a lot of fun – for me at least!”

Kamara, meanwhile, left Sky 12 months ago after revealing his battle with speech apraxia.

Sky bosses are yet to confirm Stelling’s replacement.

Adam Smith has emerged as a serious contender to land the Soccer Saturday gig for next season.

While Julian Warren and Mark Chapman were interviewed for the role last year.