Liam Brady: The Irishman Abroad tells the story of the legendary Irish footballer, Better is a new drama from the folks behind Humans and Spooks, and Panorama looks at scammers . . .
Pick of the Day
Liam Brady: The Irishman Abroad, 9.35pm, RTÉ One
Streaming on RTÉ Player
On the 50th anniversary of Liam Brady signing schoolboy forms at Arsenal, this new documentary covers the highs and lows of a life spent in 'The Beautiful Game'.
Shot on location in Italy, Ireland and the UK, this film follows Brady as he revisits old haunts, triumphs and disappointments.
With revealing interviews, extensive archive and never-before-seen personal letters and mementos: it promises to paint an intimate portrait.
It’s the tale of a ship worker's son from Dublin’s Northside, who becomes the playmaker, the star player, at Italy’s most famous football club: Juventus.
The focal point is Brady’s 7 years in Italy. He was centre-stage as Serie A became the richest and most glamorous league in the world.
Also chronicled are his years at Arsenal and his rollercoaster journey as an Ireland player and coach, including revelations about his turbulent relationship with Jack Charlton.
Don’t Miss
Panorama, 10.40pm, BBC One
Every year, scammers steal billions from the public and fraud now represents around 40 per cent of all reported crime in the UK.
Over the past year, Panorama has had access to Kent Police as their detectives try to catch the fraudsters.
With more than 10,000 reports of fraud in the county last year, they estimate that only around 20 cases were solved.
The report explores why so few cases are prosecuted and shows how fraudsters target the vulnerable, often using sophisticated techniques to dupe victims into handing over their cash.
Ordinary Love, 11.15pm, BBC Two
Here’s a moving movie with fine performances from the principal actors.
Lisa Barros D'Sa and Glenn Leyburn's critically acclaimed drama is based on a script by playwright Owen McCafferty, and stars Lesley Manville, Liam Neeson and Esh Alladi.
When loving wife Joan feels a lump in her breast, she and husband Tom attempt to navigate the world of serious illness, including the surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
George Clarke's Amazing Spaces, 8.00pm, Channel 4
Some more impressive gaffs on offer tonight.
A Welsh farmer and his wife plan to upcycle an old horse lorry into a perfect seaside retreat, and George (below) meets a man planning to add a two-storey tepee to his American-inspired campsite.
In Israel, the presenter falls for a fantastic modern home and visits a small experimental building made from hemp, which could point the way to a greener future for the construction industry.
For his own caravan build, George takes inspiration from an amazing arts and crafts terrace house in Cambridge, and gets together with build partner Max McMurdo to work out how to create an `invisible" desk.
Four Lives, 9.00pm, Virgin Media One
The fact-based drama, starring Sheridan Smith and Stephen Merchant, continues to shed light on the crimes of Stephen Port who murdered four young gay men in London.
Sarah Sak continues to press the police for information about Anthony's death but they are unable to even tell her when his body can be returned home to Hull.
Following the discovery of another man, Gabriel Kovari, officers assume this is another overdose by a gay man and fail to investigate properly.
New or Returning Shows
Better, 9.00pm, BBC One
Here’s a brand-new drama, starring Leila Farzad, Andrew Buchan and Samuel Edward-Cook, from the folks behind Humans and Spooks.
After her son almost dies, corrupt detective Lou Slack attempts to make amends for her misdeeds but realises she must betray the dangerous drug baron she has been working for.
Andrea Bocelli: The Journey, 8.00pm, Sky Arts
Streaming on NOW
This apparently inspirational musical documentary series follows the world-renowned Italian tenor on a spiritual pilgrimage.
As the title suggests, Andrea Bocelli travels over 200 miles across Italy and embraces its people, history, and culture.
The series features musical guests such as Tori Kelly, Michael W Smith, Katherine Jenkins, and a special appearance from Pope Francis.
The trailer's in Italian, but you'll get the drift.
Clifford, 5.00pm, Sky Kids
Streaming on NOW
Clifford, the 20-foot-tall red dog who loves stories, and his owner, Emily Elizabeth, enjoy new adventures as they explore their island home.
Clifford, Emily and their friends all live on Birdwell Island, where they practice good citizenship.
Inspired by the classic book series by Norman Bridwell, each episode emphasizes social-emotional skills and a curriculum that promotes early literacy and imaginative play.
New to Stream
In Love All Over Again, Netflix
Here's a love story to get you in the mood for St Valentine's Day tomorrow.
A celebrity journalist and a down-to-earth teacher find their relationship in rocky waters when a job gets in the way of their new life together.
Ending Today
Putin vs the West, 9.00pm, BBC Two
In the final episode, Putin intensifies his aggression toward the West, from the Salisbury poisonings to clashes with Donald Trump over nuclear missiles, and fiery rhetoric aimed at NATO, concluding with the moment he launches his invasion of Ukraine.
The Head of the CIA, Bill Burns, recounts his secret mission to Moscow to deliver a stark warning to Putin that US Intelligence was on to his plan to invade, while NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg tells of the last-ditch diplomatic efforts to avert war.
