As the Premier League kicks off for its 30th season this year, we have all the usual reasons to be excited: dramatic games, old rivalries, new stars, and so much more. But for fans in the United States, an extra entry can be added to that list. Peter Drury, one of the most acclaimed and accomplished commentators in the world of soccer, will be broadcasting to American audiences for the first time this year, after signing a contract with NBC to be their lead announcer. Drury is known as the “Football Poet” for his artful style of commentating, and in honor of his arrival to US airwaves, I’ve put together a list of some of his greatest calls as a preview of what to expect this season.

5. “Captain Fantastic,” 2019

The first entry on our list comes from only three years ago, and it served as the perfect exclamation point on a game that had truly captivated its audience. Manchester City had dominated the season up to that point, and a win would all but guarantee them the league title. However, on that particular day, City’s potent attack had been stymied by a Leicester City back line that would not give in. As the game approached its final moments, City fans prayed for a miracle, and those prayers would soon be answered. City captain Vincent Kompany, known more for his defensive prowess than offensive abilities, carried the ball through midfield and unleashed a powerful strike from about 30 yards out. The ball swerved unpredictably through the air, past Kasper Schmeichel (the Leicester City keeper) and into the back of the net, sending the Manchester City supporters into jubilee. As Kompany wheeled away in celebration, Drury punctuated the goal as only he could. “Captain Fantastic!!!!”, he exclaimed, referencing City manager Guardiola’s nickname for his player. “A wild celebration, for a goal from his wildest dreams… a fitting goal for a champion”, he continued. Drury’s assertion would come true, as City would go on to win the game that night, and the title six days later.

4. “Russia’s Party,” 2018

The next entry comes from the most recent World Cup, held in Russia, and Drury’s commentating would define the very ethos of the tournament. The Russian national team was good, but not great; they had made it to the knockout stage on the strength of some brilliant individual performances from Artem Dyzuba and Denis Cheryshev. Awaiting them in the round of 16 was Spain, arguably the greatest footballing nation of the 21st century so far. Spain had won the European Championships in 2008 and 2012, as well as the 2010 World Cup, and still had many of the stalwarts of those championship teams. As such, they were heavily favored to advance. However, after 90 minutes of regulation and 30 minutes of extra time, the two sides were deadlocked at one goal apiece, and the game would be decided by a penalty shootout. In the last round, Spanish striker Iago Aspas stepped up, needing to convert to extend the shootout. His effort was saved by Russian keeper Igor Akinfeev, and the home crowd erupted into bedlam, leading Drury to declare, “This is Russia’s party, and the party goes on! Crank up the music, charge a glass, this nation is going to dance all night!”. Although Russia would lose in the next round, that moment will live forever in the hearts of those who lived it, both in person and on television.

3. “Leicester’s Number Nine,” 2016

Though not the most defining moment of Leicester City’s title-winning 2015–16 season, entry number three certainly displayed Drury’s poetic prowess in a historic moment. Leicester hosted Manchester United for a game that would serve as the Foxes’ toughest test so far in a season where they had defied expectations. Simultaneously, Leicester striker Jamie Vardy took the pitch chasing not only a win, but history as well. Vardy had scored in his previous ten Premier League matches in a row, tying the record, and he would stand alone as the sole owner of the record if he could put one past United’s hulking goalkeeper David de Gea. In the 22nd minute, Vardy got his chance. Left-back Christian Fuchs played an intelligent ball in behind the United back line, putting Vardy one-on-one with de Gea. Vardy made no mistake, slotting home, and as he pulled away, Drury told the fans just how poetic the moment was. “Leicester’s number nine [Vardy’s number] beats ten [the amount of United outfield players] and scores 11 in a row!”, he proclaimed. Truly a fitting call, for a historic moment.

2. “Goal, Bafana Bafana,” 2010

Speaking of historic moments, this entry certainly provided a fitting backdrop to one. South Africa had been selected to host the 2010 World Cup, meaning that their national team automatically qualified for the tournament. This would be only their third World Cup, after years of poor performance as well as bans over their government’s horrific apartheid practices. Additionally, this would be the first ever World Cup held on African soil, adding pressure to the home side to represent not only their country, but their continent as well. The team, affectionately nicknamed “Bafana Bafana” by their fans, (roughly translating to “The Boys” in English) was determined to make up for lost time, and show what they could do on their home turf. They faced Mexico in their first game, and to the soundtrack of the home fans blasting their vuvuzelas, winger Siphiwe Tshabalala blasted a shot into the top corner to open the scoring. As Tshabalala and his teammates performed a celebratory Macarena, Drury bellowed the words that would introduce him to the soccer world: “Goal, Bafana Bafana! Goal for South Africa, goal for all Africa! Jabulile [referencing the South African fans], rejoice!”. South Africa would go on to draw that match, but unfortunately, they would not advance out of the group stage. The tournament may not have been a success for Bafana Bafana, but, for one moment, they stood atop the footballing world.

1. “Greek God in Rome,” 2018

This list has been full of artful commentary, but this one truly takes the cake. Barcelona, one of the most formidable sides in all of the world, visited the Stadio Olimpico in Rome to face AS Roma in the second leg of a Champions League quarterfinal matchup. Barcelona initially led 4-1 after the first leg, but Roma were able to claw back to within one goal, leading fans to wonder whether there might just be a chance. They wouldn’t have to wonder for long. In the 82nd minute, Roma forward Cengiz Under whipped in a corner, which was headed in by Greek center-half Kostas Manolas to complete the comeback and fire Roma through to the semi-finals of Europe’s premier club competition. As Roma celebrated, Barcelona players, coaches, and fans alike sat stunned at what they had just witnessed. As the scenes unfolded, Drury cried, “Roma have risen from their ruins! Manolas, the Greek God in Rome! The unthinkable unfolds before our eyes! This was not meant to happen, this could not happen, this is happening! Barcelona, extraordinarily, [are] eight minutes from elimination… It's a Greek from Mount Olympus, who has come to the Seven Hills of Rome and pulled off a miracle!”. Roma’s European journey would come to an end two games later against Liverpool, but thanks to Peter Drury, this dramatic comeback has been etched into the history books.