The Nick Barnes Collection
Shop our exclusive collection of commentary notes by Nick Barnes, the voice of Sunderland AFC for over two decades. Since 2003, he's been BBC Radio Newcastle's Sunderland commentator alongside former captain Gary Bennett MBE, covering over 1,000 matches including promotion campaigns, Wembley finals and the 2025 Championship Playoff Final. One of the BBC football commentators who's become synonymous with the Black Cats' journey through multiple divisions.
This collection features the actual hand-written notes Nick Barnes used during live commentary. The team sheets, tactical observations, and match preparations from Wembley's biggest stage.
FOOTBALL Sheffield United v Sunderland. Championship Playoff Final. Wembley Stadium. 24 May, 2025. Nick Barnes.
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A print of Nick Barnes’ original commentary notes on the Championship Play-off Final match between Sheffield United and Sunderland at Wembley Stad...
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Original price
£29.00
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Original price
£69.00
Original price
£29.00
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£69.00
£29.00
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£69.00
Current price
£29.00
Starting his BBC career at Radio Devon in 1986, Nick Barnes spent seven seasons commentating on Carlisle United at BBC Radio Cumbria before five years covering Newcastle United from 1998. Since 2003, he's been the dedicated voice of Sunderland AFC, building an unbreakable bond with the club and its supporters through relegations, promotions and everything between. His partnership with Gary Bennett has become legendary among Black Cats fans, capturing the emotion of derby days, Wembley triumphs and the 2024-25 Premier League season.
For Sunderland fans who've heard his voice through every high and low at the Stadium of Light. From Championship playoff drama to Premier League returns, his passion for the Black Cats shines through every broadcast. Authentic Sunderland commentary notes, framed and ready to hang.