In response, Lloyd said he had "made some comments about the Asian cricket community" and that he "deeply regrets" his actions. Kelly Cates. However, according to Joe Saward in the 'Inside F1' podcast, David Croft could be on his way out of Sky Sports, as the team isn't quite happy with him. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. I love my work and I've got plenty on, so I'm not making a statement or anything like that, this is not a grave matter of state, I'm just trying to explain, just telling you that I'm really really disappointed about this, I don't know why I'm being replaced, I'm well, able and available and I'm just going to miss the England games so much, even more than I miss the Champions League games and that's all.'. "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. ", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. His phenomenal strike left David Seaman stranded and ended Arsenal's 30-match unbeaten run, announcing himself as the next big thing in the process. Andy Gray and Richard Keys caught on camera speaking to Clare Tomlinson in clip from early 2000s. Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. News of the World phone-hacking scandal. We failed to change when the world has changed. Yours was the voice of my sporting youth, Champions League on terrestrial was appointment viewing. They trailed Bayern Munich at the Nou Camp in the Champions League final thanks toMario Basler's goal before Tyldesley came up with a gem of a line. 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Former Reds skipper and England star Thompson won 16 major titles with his beloved Liverpool including seven First Division titles, three European Cup, one FA Cup and two League Cup successes. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Yeah. Burton had been due to appear in his role as a touchline reporter on Sky's coverage of tomorrow night's Carling Cup semi-final second leg between Birmingham City and West Ham but will now be replaced. I don't consider it harmless banter at all. Eilidh Barbour. ", "He [a Sky Sports crew member] says she [Massey] is all right," Burton continued, "now I don't know if I should trust his judgment on that? You know, like everybody else in football, I am a matter of opinion, I totally get that and I totally respect ITV's right to change their opinion of me. Manchester United have reached the promised land, Ole Solskjaer, and the two substitutes have scored the two goals in stoppage time and the Treble looms large!'. Former Southampton star Le Tissier was a hugely popular member of Stelling's Saturday team, though has courted controversy several times in the past. "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. Tyldesley is going to remain as part of the ITV team and will still be part of the group commentating at major tournaments. Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. 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. Teddy Sheringham then fired home an equaliser before another David Beckham delivery was flicked on by Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer poked home to win the European Cup for United. He presented the Waterloo Cup crown green bowls (independently produced) for Sky Sports until the mid-2000s. "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. Jamie Redknapp believes Liverpool's next two games, at home to Wolves and rivals Manchester United four days later, are pivotal for their top-four hopes. Former footballers Micah Richards (left) and Alex Scott (right) are both possible replacements. A source at ITV also stressed that the move freed up Tyldesley to work for other broadcasters, which he has done. 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'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Hamilton Bland was sacked by the BBC after he was found to have brought the sport into disrepute in his role as the ASA's facilities adviser in 1998. . They agreed that female officials "don't know the offside rule", with Keys adding: "I can guarantee you there'll be a big one today. 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. That is not to defend what happened. By The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. Sign up here for is Inside the Ashes newsletter to get daily news, interviews and analysis from Down Under. Learn more. Merse says while Erik ten Hag has done a great job at Man Utd, he should be winning silverware, before predicting the battle to beat the drop will go the distance. Gary Neville believes Harry Kane must leave Tottenham this summer if he wants to win trophies and feels a move to Manchester United is his most likely option. Enjoyed my time at sky sports, time to look forward to lifes next challenge, thank you for the support down the years and special thanks to the backroom team which include @CazzaEccles @CarlyBassett @tvtrevstats amongst many others, good luck all have a lovely day . The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. Can you believe that? Bumble senses when the viewer needs cheering up and can always bring a smile to their faces, whether it is by singing Sweet Caroline or just making a little one-liner. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. ', Sky Sports has sacked pundits (from left) Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas, The Soccer Saturday trio Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas have also lost their jobs. Former Southampton superstar and England ace Le Tissier, 51, was a hugely popular member of Stellings Saturday team. While fans have admitted that Croft does become a little . Micah Richards, the most exciting pundit to hit the scene in years. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.". Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Want to get into cricket? Betfair, the online betting exchange endorsed by Gray, earlier today condemned the former player's behaviour but said it would not be dropping him from its advertising for now. 'They have been part of a team that for me was the best.'. 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A REMINDER:This Clive Tyldesley commentary on Manchester United winning the Champions League in 1999 pic.twitter.com/oWstcfYi6o, With the news that Clive Tyldesley is being replaced as ITVs main football commentator, I think its only fair to remind everyone just how good he is at his job. "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour. Mike Riley, the general manager of Professional Game Match Officials 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. "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.". ', Former Liverpool defender Thompson tweeted: 'Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Keys added: "Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her.". Rafiq fully accepted that apology and on Tuesday was reported to have told friends he had not intended for anything like this to happen. But they've done brilliantly. I've got no health issues. Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. He was a first-class umpire from 1985 to 1987 and became Lancashire coach in 1993. Somebodys f*cked up big., Keys was also found to have made a comment aboutWest Ham United vice-chair Karren Brady's newspaper column, saying:"The game's gone mad. Gary Neville says Pep Guardiola is likely to revert to a more conventional back four for Manchester City's huge Premier League showdown against Arsenal on Wednesday. Stelling appeared gutted by the news, writing on Twitter in reply to Le Tissier: "One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departure of three of my best mates. His son . Goal takes a look. Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas were told during a meeting with chiefs yesterday that their time on the show was up, but ex-Arsenal star Paul Merson was retained. He recently caused a stir on social media for wearing a Black Lives Matter badge on the programme after suggesting to his half-a-million Twitter followers that he was against the idea. He's now openly gay. I kiss my teeth, say raasclaat and all that sort of stuff. ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. Bookmark. Baffling as you are as good as ever! The 55-year-old and colleague Richard Keys had been stood down for Monday's match between Bolton and Chelsea. They always score! Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Gray and Keys have been the face of Sky Sports' football coverage since the satellite broadcaster started showing English top-flight matches in 1992. It's been a great show. With current restrictions due to end in April, the Serbian 22-time grand slam winner wants dispensation to enter the country and play the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells and the Miami Open. "While the decision wasn't mine, I leave Sky with nothing but fond memories of covering the EFL, Play-Offs, Carabao Cup, Spanish football, Revista De La Liga and many more. 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". Yeah. '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. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". 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. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. Gray has been a very visible presence in its latest advertising campaigns. Gray, Sky's expert pundit for almost two decades in a long-standing partnership with Keys, was originally suspended yesterday after a Sunday newspaper published a transcript of the pair criticising female match official Sian Massey during Wolverhampton Wanderers' match with Liverpool on Saturday. Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, MLS is back! Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world.. adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". From Miami to Manchester! 'Yes, you can be disappointed that it's come to an end for those guys. By TIM REYNOLDS, AP Sports Writer February 26, 2023. Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. What?'. 'I was told about three weeks ago so I have had some time to get my head around the decision but I haven't got my head around it. Sky Sports' managing director Barney Francis, who yesterday disciplined both Gray and Richard Keys for their comments, said he had "no hesitation" in summarily terminating Gray's contract. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. 'We are very glad he will continue with us and look forward to working with him on many more occasions in the future.'. I think a lot of people in the country would agree with me. Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. Read about our approach to external linking. I would have been interested in commentating on the Euro 2020 final for them less than 48 hours ago but now I won't be commentating on any of the big England games over the coming year and I'm going to miss them. Caroline Barker. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. 'Remember the name Wayne Rooney! 'I love this job, and it has gone. Sky Sports News' senior reporter Melissa Reddy analyses how the departure of key figures off the pitch has left Liverpool as a club in transition. So farewell Bumble, it was fun while it lasted. He took over as England coach in 1996 but left in 1999 when the England and Wales Cricket Board did not renew his contract. E. Author of the review. Former Chelsea and West Ham defender Minto joined Sky at the end of his playing career and has been a regular feature on Sky. Scott Minto has confirmed he has left Sky Sports, as the broadcaster continues to make sweeping changes across its football coverage. Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Photograph: Fiona Hanson/PA, Keys, was originally suspended yesterday after a Sunday newspaper published a transcript, in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. 'While the decision wasnt mine, I leave Sky with nothing but fond memories of covering the EFL, Play-Offs, Carabao Cup, Spanish Football, Revista De La Liga, and many more. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". The 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. 'Asking me if it is something that I have done no there's nothing. The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. 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. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. He started presenting on Sky Sports News in July 2007, before leaving in late 2010. ', said Tyldesley as Rooney wildly celebrated at Goodison Park. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. Former Tottenham . Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.'. 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. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? 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). Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. You do it. You cant be further from the truth and I feel incredibly sorry for you that there is so little joy in your life, you resort to this., Moment Aston Villa's Leon Bailey inhales 'laughing gas' after all night party, 'Professional boxer' Paul teases announcement with hilarious video after Fury loss, Mason Greenwood's England future revealed after rejecting country switch, Nicky Butt quit Man Utd as he couldnt stand players beating him to team, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. "If you're in a pub and a masculine type is bothering someone at the bar, we don't like that. 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. John Inverdale, Henry Blofeld, and Ian Robertson found themselves sidelined, whileCornelius Lysaght and Mark Pougatch were informed they had no future at Radio 5 Live. 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. Matterface has been a regular commentary voice on ITV, working on coverage of several major tournaments including the World Cup in Russia. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.. A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". 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. She's got that game on merit, she's worked really hard, and it does hurt you. But why does it have to be racially driven? They weren't a million miles away under Marsch, Nev: Liverpool need to wake themselves up | 'Man Utd look happy again', Nev: Man Utd not ready for title race | Keane: They must be ready to pounce. Legendary commentator Clive Tyldesley has revealed his dejection in an emotional video after being replaced in his lead role with ITV after 22 years in the job. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? I ask myself that question and hopefully the answer is: no, I don't think that is the case.'. Gray replied: Why is there a female linesman? The USWNT has a new superstar , 'They're taking the p*ss!' To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. ', 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.'. 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.. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. That is not to defend what happened. I deserve to be battered. I think it was sarcastic anyway. Both were sacked from Sky . 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. On the latest Gary Neville Podcast, the Sky Sports pundit discusses Man Utd fan concerns about the Glazers and the issue of states investing in football clubs. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. , 'They're taking the p*ss!' Merson Says: Curtains for Potter if Chelsea lose at Spurs? Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. It was wrong. Do me a favour, love.". Pundit Micah Richards and Goals on Sunday co-host Alex Scott are two of the names linked with replacing them on the show, but both have faced a backlash on social media. Peace and love.'. Le Tissier had it written into his Sky contract that he didnt have to wear a tie for the weekend and mid-week television shows. It's a simple thing, I agree with the cause but there are parts of the organisation that I just cannot support. Jeff Stelling, the Sky Sports presenter, expressed his dismay and accused ITV of 'ageism', which the broadcaster has denied. Sign up to the Mirror Football email here for the latest news and transfer gossip. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications.
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