Baffling as you are as good as ever! . ", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, The popular trio will be sorely missed by the millions of armchair football fans, The three presenters have been axed by Sky Sports, Charlie Nicholas pictured in 2003 working for Sky, Le Tissier reports on a major moment in 2008, Thompson has also been a regular for over a decade, and is pictured here in 2008, The trio were regulars on Gillette Soccer Saturday, Matt Le Tissier was recently slated for his controversial views on coronavirus, Former Arsenal star Charlie Nicholas has been given his marching orders, Phil Thompson played for Liverpool and Sheffield United during his career, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.'. "I apologise most sincerely to Azeem and to the Asian community for doing this, and for any offence caused," he said. [3] On 12 January 2018, Matterface was confirmed as Matt Chapman's replacement as commentator for ITV 's Dancing on Ice. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. Paul Merson says it will be difficult for manager Graham Potter to recover if Chelsea compound a poor run of form with a loss to London rivals Tottenham on Sunday. Matt Le Tissier said he would a Black Lives Matter badge (circled) on Sky Sports but did not support their anti-capitalism aims. A left . During Liverpool's 3-0 Premier League victory against Wolves, when Massey made a tightoffside decision that was found to be completely correct upon video replay, Keys said, thinking their microphones had been switched off:Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her Massey.. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. Manchester United were on the cusp of missing out on an unimaginable 'Treble' of Premier League, FA Cup and European Cup back in 1999. A fantastic commentator who will be sorely missed. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. Former Tottenham . From Miami to Manchester! "Sian only wants to be notable for her performance as an assistant referee and is keen for things to get back to normal so she can return to officiating as soon as possible.". The new footage, which was recorded in December but only came to light on Monday night, appears to show Gray making a suggestive comment towards colleague Charlotte Jackson, who does not openly react, and he and Keys then burst out laughing. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. Bumble was the lead commentator but he turned to Ian Bishop and said this is West Indies moment. Please turn on JavaScript. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! But the changes faced huge criticism, prompting former Arsenal striker Wright, 56, to pull over his car and post a heartfelt video online people to stop their 'racism'. The News of the World is a subsidiary of News Corporation, which owns a large stake in BSkyB and is seeking to purchase the whole company. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. He recently contributed a piece for Sportsmailabout how stereotyping in commentary is morally wrong, after a report from a Danish research firm found there was a clear racial bias in football commentary. What have they done, what have these guys done? It is now expected Sky Sports will bring in new faces for the coming campaign, in order to freshen up the popular football show and keep Soccer Saturday current. "Sian is an excellent professional who has unwittingly found herself in the middle of a story that has nothing to do with her competence as a match official. Liverpool need to wake themselves up after a slump in form, Sky Sports' Gary Neville said on the latest Gary Neville Podcast, while Man Utd look happy on the pitch again. Goal takes a look. Sky Sports confirmed on Wednesday that former footballers Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas will no longer be a part of their coverage during the 2020/21 season, having. "I have spoken to Sian. Premier League clubs have privately distanced themselves from the proposed new version of the European Super League, believing it to be laughable, Sky Sports can reveal. They will be lucky to have him. Tyldesley was the voice of a number of memorable European nights on ITV but none come close to Liverpool's stunning comeback against AC Milan in 2005. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. Something went wrong, please try again later. It is never about Bumble. Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. Sky Sports cricket coverage will certainly be poorer and a lot less entertaining following the decision by David Lloyd to retire after 22 years with the broadcaster. I do not know exactly why this decision has been taken, already I've got the producer of a broadcaster I am working on asking if I've got any health issues. Lloyd scored one Test century - a double hundred against India in his second Test in 1974 - and one ODI hundred, and spent his entire county career with his native Lancashire from 1965 to 1983. Can somebody just answer me this: What does Micah Richards, Alex Scott, Sol Campbell, Clinton Morrison, or any other black pundit have to do with Sky's decision to get rid of these guys? He wrote at the time: You trolls and bots out there who try to belittle me with your snide remarks trying to make out Im some uncaring individual who has no empathy. I look forward to being back on the screen soon. Gray has instructed law firm Schillings to represent him over the termination of his contract, while Massey was withdrawn from her duties as an assistant referee for Tuesday's League Two game between Crewe and Bradford. Gray replied: Why is there a female linesman? In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports News, Bruno Fernandes invites us on a journey into the Ten Hag process as Man Utd prepare for the Carabao Cup final Jamie Carragher has branded Liverpool's performance in their 5-2 thrashing at the hands of Real Madrid on Tuesday as "embarrassing" and "shambolic". Erik ten Hag speaks exclusively to Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Man Utd's togetherness and more. It is thought that with the show's panel being made up entirely of white men of a certain age, Sky felt that Soccer Saturday's existing format had run its course. Sky Sports Football Presenters . Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. Among those paying tribute to Bumbles warm personality and brilliance behind the microphone included former England internationals Mark Butcher and Ebony Rainford-Brent, while former Sky colleague Nasser Hussain said: He is one of the all-time great commentators and a wonderful human being. Tue 25 Jan 2011 16.26 EST The Sky Sports football pundit Andy Gray has been fired for "unacceptable and offensive behaviour" amid the furore over his comments about a female assistant referee. I accept that. At present we have no plans to change the way we work with Andy. Tyldesley's voice has provided the backdrop to historic matches over more than two decades at major international tournaments and the biggest games in club football, including 17 Champions League finals. Do me a favour, love.". Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". The news comes less than 24 hours after Sky released a statement regarding the aforementioned Le Tissier and co. Thompson said his 22 years on the show were 'great' and wished the show luck going forward, Le Tissier broke his Twitter silence on Wednesday to thank those who he has worked with. During a Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing about his experience of racism at Yorkshire, Rafiq said he had been told Lloyd messaged other members of the media that "a clubhouse is the lifeblood of a club, and Asian players don't go in there". He most notably was the voice of the 2005 Champions League final between Liverpool and AC Milan. Paul Merson 27/02/23 2:23pm Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. PGMO general manager Mike Riley said: "PGMO and Sian believe that with any football match the focus should not be on the officials but on the players and the game itself. Le Tissier has since returned to Twitter following the news breaking of his departure, writing: 'Enjoyed my time at sky sports, time to look forward to life's next challenge, thank you for the support down the years and special thanks to the backroom team good luck all have a lovely day.'. Yeah, I know. This is Sky's decision to evolve the show, and you know what, I wish them all the very best. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. 'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Eilidh Barbour. The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. There is an attitude that exists such as that. Vladimir Smicer and Xabi Alonso put the Reds on level terms, to which Tyldesley claimed 'Miracles are possible' before Liverpool went on to win their fifth European Cup on penalties. Stelling, who has presented Soccer Saturday for nearly 30 years, is said to have been furious when Charlie Nicholas, Phil Thompson and Matt Le Tissier were asked to leave the show last year. I am quite happy for them to have their point of view, but that is mine and that is where I sit. A community rec center that offers a multitude of sports housed in 60,000+sqft on 12+ Acres in PV. Gary Neville feels Man Utd will need to produce something really special if they are to beat Liverpool on Super Sunday despite their outstanding form. Jeff Stelling, the Sky Sports presenter, expressed his dismay and accused ITV of 'ageism', which the broadcaster has . All rights reserved. Kelly Cates. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. The ex-Manchester City star tweeted yesterday: 'I saw I was trending today in relation to a brilliant and institutional Sky Sports TV show that I've never even been on. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Wright described Scott as 'one of the best prepared pundits out there' andpraised Richards, who recently became a pundit after the conclusion of his playing career. 'This happens to everybody in the industry. 'Consequently I am comfortable that I don't judge any player other than for the attributes I see before my eyes rather than any preconceived ideas I may have about them. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. So farewell Bumble, it was fun while it lasted. Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. The Southampton legend had been outspoken on social media about various subjects including the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. It read: "It is with a heavy heart that after 13 incredible years with Sky Sports I share the news that I will no longer be working with Sky and be part of their ongoing football coverage. Always a friendly face in press boxes around world, the Bumble you see and hear on screen is exactly the same bloke you get away from the microphone enthusiastic, inquisitive and slightly bonkers in the best possible way. Liverpool were crushed by the Italian giants in the first half, going in 3-0 down at the break in Istanbul. "It's been an immense privilege to try and bring the sport I love into people's homes up and down the country.". 'I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. I don't know. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on. 'I love this job, and it has gone. Sign up here for is Inside the Ashes newsletter to get daily news, interviews and analysis from Down Under. 'I would like to wish the staff and teams at Sky all the very best for the forthcoming season - a season which is set to be truly spectacular both in the Premier League and EFL. "Sian is an excellent professional who has unwittingly found herself in the middle of a story that has nothing to do with her competence as a match official. Quite a few people have been in touch with me, asking me to react, to comment, um, I'm not sure that would be a very good idea at the moment. Scott, who played for Arsenal's women's team, has become a prominent pundit in recent years, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC. At 74, now is probably the right time for Bumble, as he is affectionately known by pretty much everyone, to take life a bit easier given he joined Sky in 1999 almost immediately after leaving his job as Englands coach. "Betfair doesn't tolerate sexism, and we expect others who represent our brand to share similar values," said a spokesman. As well as being regulars on Soccer Saturday, Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas often featured on the Sky Sports News channel to discuss topics and breaking news. Andy Burton was shown discussing Massey with Gray ahead of Saturday's match in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. Why is football knowledge measured by the offside rule. Jamie Carragher believes the key for Newcastle to winning the Carabao Cup is to "start the game as if there is only half an hour left" against Man Utd. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. Analysis and opinion from the BBC's cricket correspondent. The time he shared a campervan with Hussain on the 2018 tour of New Zealand was also memorable, particularly when I stumbled across Bumble having a cuppa outside the van in Mount Maunganui and he sarcastically remarked the stunning beach view had nothing on Blackpool. He admitted that himself and phoned Rafiq personally to apologise, as well apologising to the wider Asian community and affirming his commitment to making cricket a more inclusive sport. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. Having worked for Sky since 1998, when Thompson left his role as Gerard Houllier's assistant at Liverpool in 2004, he became a bigger member of the team. You overcome it, you move forward.". Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. "Can somebody just answer me this: What does Micah Richards, Alex Scott, Sol Campbell, Clinton Morrison, or any other black pundit have to do with Sky's decision to get rid of these guys? Earlier this season Le Tissier caused a stir when responding to comments regarding his and Sky's public support for the Black Lives Matter (BLM) campaign, saying he would be evaluating his own personal stance. "From whiners to winners" - that's how Gary Neville described Erik ten Hag's transformation at Manchester United after their Carabao Cup final win. E. Author of the review. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". Bookmark. He has worked as a commentator for Sky Sports since 1990, covering the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, as well as other domestic and international competitions. Minto had worked for Sky Sports for the last 13 years, with his sacking coming less than 24 hours after Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas were axed from Soccer Saturday. Joining regulars Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jamie Redknapp, Micah Richards and Graeme Souness, the new Sky Sports Football line-up will cover 128 Premier League matches including. His son . Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. News of the World phone-hacking scandal. Female linesman. For other inquiries, Contact Us. One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. That is not to defend what happened. Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. The trolls turned on the football pundit for criticising the governments handling of the Covid-19 crisis. 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', When asked whether pundits on Sky Sports had been told to wear the badge, Le Tissier laughed and said: 'We were asked to wear it.'. Bobby Bulloch thought he was having a wee laugh by announcing his movements during the break between Hamilton Academical and Ross County on Wednesday night. But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. It's been a great show. I deserve to be battered. They might get a chance to do this show. I deserve to be battered. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. Others undoubtedly have far more entertaining anecdotes about one of the greats of British sports broadcasting, but there is hope this will not be the last we hear of Bumble. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. You do it. David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female. The veteran commentator has been sacked from lead role with ITV football; . Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. You can hear his love and passion for the game in every word he says and he has that priceless ability to inform and entertain at the same time. 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Published: 10:52 GMT, 27 August 2020 | Updated: 16:27 GMT, 27 August 2020. A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. In January 2011,long-time Sky Sports commentators RichardKeys and Andy Gray were forced to leave the broadcasting companyafter the leak of several tapes in which the duo were found to make derogatory, sexist comments about female referee Sian Massey and other female figures in the industry. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". Midfield magician Le Tissier spent all his professional career with the Saints and it was one of footballs biggest mysteries why he only won eight England caps. Gary Neville insists Manchester United are not in the title race but Roy Keane disagrees and says his former side "have to be ready to pounce". The news comes as a massive jolt to a lot of fans who have been accustomed to Croft's style of commentary on an F1 weekend. The furore began on Saturday when Keys and Gray, believing their microphones were switched off, were recorded before the Not for myself. 'Yes, you can be disappointed that it's come to an end for those guys. Yeah. The three men clocked close to 50 years service between them with Sky and will be greatly missed by the millions of armchair football fans who tuned into the long-running Gillette Soccer Saturday show.

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