BBC announces huge Sportscene shake-up - but there's a catch
The special edition will air this Saturday, with famous presenters and commentators returning.
Dougie Donnelly is set to present Sportscene on August 9, alongside current presenter Steven Thompson.
Veteran commentator and presenter Archie Macpherson will provide commentary at the St Mirren vs Motherwell match.
Macpherson appeared on the inaugural Sportscene in 1975.
Jock Brown, a commentator from the 1990s, will cover the Livingston vs Falkirk match.
Rob Maclean, who has spent more than 25 years with Sportscene, will commentate on the Rangers vs Dundee game.
The late kick-off is scheduled for Saturday evening.
Alongside Donnelly and Thompson, pundit Gordon Smith will provide analysis and insights.
The programme will also feature archive footage and broadcasters' recollections of Sportscene highlights.
Tom Connor, executive editor of sport at BBC Scotland, said: "We're delighted that these Sportscene legends have agreed to come back and celebrate this milestone with the programme team and our audience.
"Sportscene has been a cornerstone of broadcasting in Scotland since it kicked off fifty years ago, keeping its place as a fans' favourite during a period of remarkable change in the game.
"I'm sure our audience will enjoy the return of Dougie, Archie, Jock and Rob to the Saturday Sportscene team for this anniversary special."
Sportscene first aired in 1975 and has been a much-loved fixture in Scottish sports broadcasting since.
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