A SCOTS comedy dream team will play it for laughs at the Euros next month – with a hat-trick of new footie shows.
Jonathan Watson will return with Only an Excuse? favourites including Sir Alex Ferguson and Frank McAvennie while his Two Doors Down co-star Grado will air his uncanny impression of striker-turned-commentator Ally McCoist.
They will team-up with Still Game legends Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill along with Scot Squad’s Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson – played by Jack Docherty – joining in the fun as Steve Clarke’s men kick-off the tournament against the hosts in Germany.
Jonathan Watson, 66, says: “It’s a privilege to be asked to contribute to the programme, especially when I get to join forces with my old mucker from Two Doors Down – Grado.
“I hope the viewers enjoy our contribution. Come on Scotland!”
While Greg Hemphill, who played OAP Victor McDade in Still Game, added: “Expect the unexpected and get ready to belly laugh.”
The entertainers will stage three special programmes for BBC Scotland, BBC Radio Scotland and BBC iPlayer which include The All StarEuros Sketch Show and Breaking the Euros with Des Clarke.
While it had already been announced that Late Night at the Euros will feature Line of Duty star Martin Compston and pla Gordon Smart.
There will also be a Euros inspired scene from The Scotts, with Rab Florence, Iain Connell, Shauna McDonald, Sharon Young, Louise McCarthy, Lee Greig and Jamie MacDonald.
And Karen Dunbar and Tom Urie will reform their comedy duo Almost Angelic to belt out a hilarious selection of football inspired footstompers.
Karen, 53, said: “Words canny describe how happy I am that Almost Angelic are part of the Euro Show.
“To be part of the support for oor country’s team is a huge honour and I wish them all the luck in the world for the competition.”
Martin Compston, 40 says: “The last time Scotland qualified for a Euros in one country I was 12.
“Having just turned 40 I’ve been dreaming of this trip my entire adult life and the fact I get to do it with one of my best mates and bring the Tartan Army along for the ride is gonna’ make it two of the best weeks of my puff. Possibly longer.”
Other highlights include Greg Hemphill who writes and performs brand new sketch material, meanwhile Ford Kiernan – Still Game’s Jack Jarvis – showcases a brand new character.
A one-off sketch show also sees the pompous Police Chief Miekelson planning his ambassadorial trip to Deutschland.
And Des Clarke, 43, will host a Euros version of his Breaking The News radio panel show, while Amy Irons, will present a special of her hit podcast Sacked in The Morning.
Des says: “I am absolutely buzzing to be part of the BBC Scotland squad for this year’s Euros.
“It promises to be a legendary summer of Scottish sport and the award winning team behind Breaking The News are ready to score with some massive laughs.
“As a lifelong Scotland fan, hosting Breaking The Euros is a dream come true – as it’s probably the closest I’ll ever get to playing for Scotland at a major tournament.
“We’ve called up a galaxy of comedy and sports talent to take part in the ultimate panel show where there can only be one winner.
“It’s safe to say, this contest is definitely going to kick off! Come on Scotland.”
BBC Commissioning Executive Gavin Smith says: “It’s great having all the big BBC Scotland names together to ride the wave of the Euros excitement.
“With a team sheet like that we hope Scotland fans all over the country will tune in to see the talent playing at their finest.”