Ian Crocker is celebrating 30 years as the voice of Scottish football, a career that’s delivered iconic lines, unforgettable goals, and countless derby day dramas.

But as he hits the milestone, the veteran commentator has laughed off long-standing claims of bias.

A familiar presence to fans across the country and a voice that echoes through many living rooms, Crocker has called some of the most dramatic moments in Scottish football history. From last-minute title deciders to blood-and-thunder derby clashes, his voice has become part of the soundtrack of the game north of the border.

But with prominence comes scrutiny, and in recent years Crocker has faced accusations, mostly on social media, of favouring one side or another depending on the match. It’s a charge he flatly rejects.

“It does make me laugh when I see one tweet saying, ‘ah he’s a Rangers man’ beside another saying, ‘no, no, he’s a big Celtic man,’” he said to the Herald. “A lot of the time you get people saying, ‘you sounded more exciting for their goal than ours.’ It’s total and utter nonsense.”

Crocker, who hails from Weymouth, has no allegiance to any Scottish club. “I tell people I support my hometown of Weymouth or West Ham and they look puzzled and say, ‘yeah but what Scottish team do you support?’” he added.

As for those split-second calls that sometimes raise eyebrows, Crocker offered a bit of insight into the challenges of live commentary. “Sometimes you might not go full pelt on a goal because you are wondering who scored it or it’s an own goal.”

After three decades on the mic, it’s fair to say Crocker has earned the right to rise above the noise. He’s been a constant through changes in the game, broadcasting landscapes, and the shifting tides of Scottish football.

For supporters on both sides of the Glasgow divide – and beyond – his voice remains synonymous with some of the game’s greatest moments.