", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. "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. You do it. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. 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 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. "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. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. 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. Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits - TV Newsroom The news comes less than 24 hours after Sky released a statement regarding the aforementioned Le Tissier and co. Analysis and opinion from the BBC's cricket correspondent. 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. The likes of black ex-footballers Micah Richards, 32, Alex Scott, 35, Clinton Morrison, 41, and Sol Campbell, 45, have been suggested as their possible replacements. 'They are the two main points for me. Do me a favour, love.". Scott, who played for Arsenal's women's team, has become a prominent pundit in recent years, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC. David Croft to be sacked by Sky Sports, reports Joe Saward Ian Wright hits out at 'stinking-mouthed racist' response to Sky Sports He's now openly gay. Sky Sports Cricket said Lloyd was a "star" member of their commentary team, with an "extraordinary ability to inform and entertain in equal measure". On Wednesday, it was revealed that Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas had been told about their own redundancies. What have they done, what have these guys done? Published: 10:52 GMT, 27 August 2020 | Updated: 16:27 GMT, 27 August 2020. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! Tyldesley addressedthe biggest ever British audience for a single game when England lost to Croatia in the 2018 World Cup semi-final in front of 24.3million viewers. Enjoy The Ride - Sky Sports F1 Promo 2023 . One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. We got it wrong. I accept that. Matt Le Tissier said he would a Black Lives Matter badge (circled) on Sky Sports but did not support their anti-capitalism aims. Gray has gone to the High Court in an attempt to force private investigator Glenn Mulcaire to reveal which News of the World journalists asked him to hack into his phone. ITV announced that the 65-year-old he will be replaced by 42-year-old Sam Matterface from the start of the new season and Tyldesley appeared devastated by the decision as he posted a video reacting to the announcement. Former footballers Micah Richards (left) and Alex Scott (right) are both possible replacements. Bumble was the lead commentator but he turned to Ian Bishop and said this is West Indies moment. Hayley Mcqueen. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021. SKY News commentator Ross Cameron has been sacked by the broadcaster after launching into a racist rant about Chinese people visiting Disneyland. Richards also received the backing of fans thanks to his energetic and erudite views since hanging up his boots and becoming a pundit, but faced some abuse too. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. 'Can Manchester United score? I ask myself that question and hopefully the answer is: no, I don't think that is the case.'. He presented the Waterloo Cup crown green bowls (independently produced) for Sky Sports until the mid-2000s. Cricket is in Bumbles veins. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. Why? Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Rob Hawthorne has worked on Sky Sports since 1995 as a commentator. 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Both were sacked from Sky . 'Remember the name Wayne Rooney! Sky Sports managing director Barney Francis said on Tuesday: "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour. There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. Bobby Bulloch thought he was having a wee laugh by announcing his. "I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. ", Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Andy Gray was recorded criticising a female assistant referee and saying they "probably don't know the offside rule". 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. By Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. Bookmark. - Jose has become a laughing stock, Arsenal's plans to avoid bottling the title, Exclusive: Kovacic on Modric, CR7 and THAT Liverpool goal. 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 gather one or two sites are reporting that I've been sacked. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on Tuesday in a remarkable move by the TV company who have been aggressively cutting staff numbers. Home Sky Sports Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits. I am quite happy for them to have their point of view, but that is mine and that is where I sit. During lockdown, the popular commentator kept people entertained by commentating over clips of children playing football and even his wife's homemade lasagne. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. Yeah, I know. 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. 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 said: 'Alex Scott, for me, is easily one of the best prepared pundits out there. Micah Richards, the most exciting pundit to hit the scene in years. The comments, which went to air on Tuesday, were described by Sky News chief executive Paul Whittaker as "totally unacceptable". Nick Halling - Wikipedia All rights reserved. The furore began on Saturday when Keys and Gray, believing their microphones were switched off, were recorded before the He said the death of former England bowler and Sky pundit Bob Willis in 2019, plus former England captains David Gower and Ian Botham and former West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding leaving Sky recently had informed his decision. 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. This is Sky's decision to evolve the show, and you know what, I wish them all the very best. I've not even thought about winding down towards retirement or anything like that. Sky Sports commentator sacked in sexism row January 26, 2011 5.09am Save Share Normal text size Larger text size Very large text size One of English football's leading television commentators, Andy Gray, was shown to stuff a microphone into his trousers and ask his female co-presenter to "tuck that down here for me". I've got no health issues. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. It follows the sacking of Soccer Saturday trio Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson, which were revealed on Wednesday amid growing backlash against the decision, with some claiming it is because they are white men. 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'. Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. That is not to defend what happened. "The commentary box feels a little emptier," he said. Female linesman. A left-handed batter and left-arm spinner for Lancashire, he played nine Tests and eight one-day internationals for England between 1973 and 1980. A primary reason behind keeping the viewers engaged on a rain-affected Day 3 was the quality of analysis on Sky Sports Cricket. ", Glittering drama based on the audacious Brinks-Mat security depot heist, A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty. Sign up to the Mirror Football email here for the latest news and transfer gossip. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. He doesnt make commentary about him. pic.twitter.com/yoloHx1glc. Through experiences you gain that wider perspective. "Sian has the full backing of PGMO and we hope she continues her development, which has shown excellent progress so far. Ella Gillett of Cambridge, GB. 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. 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. Sky said it is investigating Lloyd's alleged comments. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. "It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. I think it was sarcastic anyway. I deserve to be battered. Gray replied: Why is there a female linesman? Paul Merson has questioned Leeds' decision to sack boss Jesse Marsch with two games in four days coming up against Man Utd, starting at Old Trafford on Wednesday. ITV have replaced me as their main football commentator pic.twitter.com/S8UOjvwEck. David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. Manchester United were on the cusp of missing out on an unimaginable 'Treble' of Premier League, FA Cup and European Cup back in 1999. Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. 'They have been part of a team that for me was the best.'. "If you're in a pub and a masculine type is bothering someone at the bar, we don't like that. Thompson, Le Tissier and Nicholas regularly traded jibes with each other, while letting out instantly recognisable squeals of delight or anguish at goals or near misses. Not for myself. 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.. Yeah, I know. Outside of Lineker, Alan Shearer is the highest-paid Match of the Day pundit on an annual salary of 395,000 ($550k) - down 50,000 from the previous rate of 445,000 a year. "From whiners to winners" - that's how Gary Neville described Erik ten Hag's transformation at Manchester United after their Carabao Cup final win. Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. From Miami to Manchester! Why are people upset? Scott responded to Wright's tweet with four heart emojis. Le Tissier also declared he was taking a break from social media earlier this month when he was attacked by online trolls calling for him to be sacked by Sky. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. We got it wrong. Rafiq fully accepted that apology and on Tuesday was reported to have told friends he had not intended for anything like this to happen. 'I will still wear the badge because I do of course believe black lives matter. Jeff Stelling, the Sky Sports presenter, expressed his dismay and accused ITV of 'ageism', which the broadcaster has . From Miami to Manchester! Keys has since telephoned Massey, who has accepted the presenter's apology, though later on Tuesday new footage surfaced on the internet of the Sky presenter where he appeared to make lewd comments off-air to pundit Jamie Redknapp. Football Experts - Opinion & Commentary | Sky Sports Presenter Jeff Stelling, who will continue on Soccer Saturday, along with Paul Merson, bemoaned the news, writing on Twitter: 'One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departure of three of my best mates. He was a first-class umpire from 1985 to 1987 and became Lancashire coach in 1993. In response, Lloyd said he had "made some comments about the Asian cricket community" and that he "deeply regrets" his actions. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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. 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. 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. Merson Says: Curtains for Potter if Chelsea lose at Spurs? Sky has only so far issued a statement saying: 'We are changing some parts of our football coverage - Matt, Charlie and Phil have done a great job for us over the years, and they will leave us with our sincere thanks and very best wishes.'. She's fine. Earlier this month Le Tissier announced he would be temporarily quitting the social media platform Twitter, saying he had been repeatedly targeted by cyber bullies who were attempting to force him out of his job. Which Sky Sports presenters have been sacked? As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. He has extensive experience of his own having held roles with the BBC and also Sky Sports both as a presenter and commentator. But why does it have to be racially driven? They will be lucky to have him. By TIM REYNOLDS, AP Sports Writer February 26, 2023. 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. In 2001 Thommo was praised by his fellow football pundit Tony Cottee for saving his life when the Liverpool hero paid for a doctor to examine his colleague before he suffered a brain haemorrhage. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". Mark Chapman. 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. "Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. 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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. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". 'Now listen, there are thousands of people in this country facing up to job losses and disappointments far more serious than this, I am a lucky boy. "It's been an immense privilege to try and bring the sport I love into people's homes up and down the country.". ITV appear to be following the BBC's lead in culling older much-loved talent. Soon after Gray was sacked, the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) withdrew Massey from Tuesday's game at Crewe. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The pair were ', 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.'. E. Author of the review. A community rec center that offers a multitude of sports housed in 60,000+sqft on 12+ Acres in PV. But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. "We've expressed our disappointment to Andy Gray's representatives about the comments that have been reported in the media over the last 48 hours. David Prutton. A source at ITV also stressed that the move freed up Tyldesley to work for other broadcasters, which he has done. The Premier League confirmed that Keys had called Massey to apologise, but that did not stop himfrom continuing blaming the ordeal on "misguided fun"and referring to"lads' mag humour", attributing it as normal inpubs, clubs and dressing rooms across the country. Featured review. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. The former Everton and Aston Villa player, believed to be on a seven-figure salary and a key component in Sky Sports' growth story over 20 years, recently began legal action against the News of the World another arm of Rupert Murdoch's empire over phone hacking allegations. Goal takes a look. Electronic Arts, which produces football video games, refused to comment on whether Gray would be used as a commentator in the future. David Jones. Eric Bristow axed by Sky Sports after calling football abuse victims The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 Do me a favour, love.". "Betfair doesn't tolerate sexism, and we expect others who represent our brand to share similar values," said a spokesman. "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on. I look forward to being back on the screen soon. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. Scott was trending on Twitter last night as many praised her as one of the most talented football pundits in the UK, but she was also hit with a slew of sexist tweets. 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.. "I would like to wish the staff and teams at Sky all the best for the coming season - a season which is set to be truly spectacular both in the Premier League and EFL. David 'Bumble' Lloyd set to leave the Sky Sports cricket commentary Andy Gray reveals he was on 'brink of suicide' after being sacked from Sky They might get a chance to do this show. He took over as England coach in 1996 but left in 1999 when the England and Wales Cricket Board did not renew his contract. . See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. 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.'. "The comments weren't great but I think it was a joke and I have got a feeling they might be linked in some way," Reid told BBC Radio 4's PM. Sky Sports 2023 presenters, pundits and commentators: The Sky Sports I don't know. Match of the Day pundit Ian Wright, who works for the BBC, has since lauched an impassioned defence of both Richards and Scott, as well as other personalities linked with the roles, by blasting "racially-driven" criticism. Matterface was then was appointed earlier this year to come into the role, starting in time for the new season, which then became delayed due to the coronavirus crisis. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by 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. 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?