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. 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. Former Southampton superstar and England ace Le Tissier, 51, was a hugely popular member of Stellings Saturday team. pic.twitter.com/yoloHx1glc. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. 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. Andy Gray sacked by Sky for 'unacceptable and offensive behaviour Former Southampton star Le Tissier was a hugely popular member of Stelling's Saturday team, though has courted controversy several times in the past. Earlier on Tuesday it was announced that Burton was "spoken to and warned" about his remarks and he would not be involved in Sky's coverage of Wednesday's Carling Cup tie between Birmingham and West Ham. One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. It is believed he felt that he had not been consulted properly and felt a sense of loyalty to the trio. 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. Hayley Mcqueen. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators Digital Spy Bumble was the lead commentator but he turned to Ian Bishop and said this is West Indies moment. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. 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. Atkinson told BBC Radio WM: "I don't know the full story but on the evidence of what I've just heard and what I've read I think a suspension would have been the correct decision. 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. The former West Ham and Chelsea defender had been the face of their LaLiga and EFL coverage for 13 years, but has been told his services are no longer required. Yeah, I know. Football Experts - Opinion & Commentary | Sky Sports There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. Why Sir Ian Botham and David Gower are leaving Sky Sports after fifth Eric Bristow axed by Sky Sports after calling football abuse victims They might get a chance to do this show. Do me a favour, love.". 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. Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, MLS is back! , updated Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? We failed to change when the world has changed. Micah Richards, the most exciting pundit to hit the scene in years. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments 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. . Le Tissier says he was asked by bosses to wear the Black Lives Matter badge, but stressed he 'could not support' the cause's anti police and capitalist aims. Which Sky Sports presenters have been sacked? He's now openly gay. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. You do it. Sign up to the Mirror Football email here for the latest news and transfer gossip. 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. He also famously captured the moment Manchester United won the European Cup against Bayern Munich in dramatic fashion in 1999, saying: 'Beckham into Sheringham and Solskjaer has won it! ITV appear to be following the BBC's lead in culling older much-loved talent. Goal takes a look. Gray replied: Why is there a female linesman? I can see her from here," before swearing and adding: "What do women know about the offside rule?". What have they done, what have these guys done? Sky have not announced who will replace the trio. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. 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. That is sad, not only because he is a fine person but a brilliant broadcaster. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Martin Tyler - Wikipedia 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. Female linesman. 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.'. Niall Sloane, Director of ITV Sport, said: 'On behalf of ITV Sport, I would like to thank Clive for his superb work leading our commentary on some of the biggest occasions in world football throughout his outstanding career with us. 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.'. Karen Carney, Jacqui Oatley and Michelle Owen join Sky Sports and 'Is there a tendency for me to refer to a black player's pace or strength as opposed to their skill or match intelligence? A. "From whiners to winners" - that's how Gary Neville described Erik ten Hag's transformation at Manchester United after their Carabao Cup final win. 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. Jeff Stelling, the Sky Sports presenter, expressed his dismay and accused ITV of 'ageism', which the broadcaster has . "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Huge boost for fans as Premier League 'enter talks with Soccer Sack-urday: Sky Sports give Matt Le Tissier, Charlie SPORTS AGENDA: BBC Sport staff member blasts the broadcaster Jamie Carragher leaves his fellow pundits in stitches as he 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? Rob Hawthorne has worked on Sky Sports since 1995 as a commentator. Former Chelsea and West Ham defender Minto joined Sky at the end of his playing career and has been a regular feature on Sky. Yeah, I know. The pair have become synonymous with the. Sky News reported that the pair discussed Massey's appearance, with Burton referring to Massey as "a bit of a looker" while Gray asks: "What do women know about the offside rule?". Brady said the comments made her "blood boil" while the England captain Rio Ferdinand labelled them "prehistoric". The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. Scott Minto sacked by Sky Sports as broadcaster continues on-screen It was wrong. 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. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. Scott, who played for Arsenal's women's team, has become a prominent pundit in recent years, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC. Bruno: People doubted we'd be in this position; Ten Hag made us believe, Carra: Liverpool 'embarrassing' | 'I'd take Van Dijk's place at the moment', Nev: Fans worried Glazers will stay | 'Horse has bolted' on state ownership, PL clubs laugh off new Super League push | A22: We don't need English teams, Neville: We must persist with VAR | The good far outweighs the bad, Neville: Pep must switch tactics vs Arsenal | 'Gunners wobble unsurprising', How Anfield 'brain drain' has hurt Klopp's Liverpool, Merson Says: What have Leeds done? Mark Chapman. Owen Gibson @ owen_g Tue 25 Jan 2011 11.38 EST Andy Gray, the Sky Sports presenter at the centre of a sexism storm following derogatory comments about a female official, has been sacked by. "They were utterly inappropriate and totally sexist," said Arthur, who represents 11,000 referees in the UK. 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. Electronic Arts, which produces football video games, refused to comment on whether Gray would be used as a commentator in the future. 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. "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. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". They will be lucky to have him. Erik ten Hag speaks exclusively to Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Man Utd's togetherness and more. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. I gather one or two sites are reporting that I've been sacked. There is an attitude that exists such as that. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Burton said "apparently, a female lino today, bit of a looker", with Gray responding: "A female linesman? Family man Le Tissier lashed out at his online critics for trying to ruin my life and get me sacked before taking a break from Twitter. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". 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. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The veteran commentator has been sacked from lead role with ITV football; . Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by Former Tottenham . 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. Manchester United were on the cusp of missing out on an unimaginable 'Treble' of Premier League, FA Cup and European Cup back in 1999. He said: 'If you haven't seen the announcement, I am being replaced as ITV's senior football commentator. ', said Tyldesley as Rooney wildly celebrated at Goodison Park. 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. - Jose has become a laughing stock, Arsenal's plans to avoid bottling the title, Exclusive: Kovacic on Modric, CR7 and THAT Liverpool goal. Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Want to get into cricket? View our online Press Pack. 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. 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. The trolls turned on the football pundit for criticising the governments handling of the Covid-19 crisis. I deserve to be battered. Nov 06, 2021 10:35 am EDT. 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. 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 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. Sky Sports Cricket said Lloyd was a "star" member of their commentary team, with an "extraordinary ability to inform and entertain in equal measure". Ella Gillett of Cambridge, GB. subsequently disciplined. In response, Lloyd said he had "made some comments about the Asian cricket community" and that he "deeply regrets" his actions. 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. 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. "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. Soon after Gray was sacked, the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) withdrew Massey from Tuesday's game at Crewe. 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 below have not been moderated. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. Former darts world champion Eric Bristow has been sacked by Sky Sports after suggesting that footballers who have been sexually abused by coaches when they are younger are not "proper men". We got it wrong. All rights reserved. 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. Not for myself. "I've decided the time is now right to pass on the microphone," said Lloyd. 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. David Croft to be sacked by Sky Sports, reports Joe Saward 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. 'I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. 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". '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. "Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. 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 underlying insinuation of tweets immediately linking mine and Alex Scott's names makes for some uncomfortable truths. , 'They're taking the p*ss!' But why does it have to be racially driven? That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. 'This happens to everybody in the industry. LUTHER BLISSETT LAUNCHES STAUNCH DEFENCE OF BLACK PUNDITS AFTER SKY AXE SOCCER SATURDAY TRIO, Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports after 13 years service, Micah Richards has been linked with a role on Soccer Saturday. Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. What exactly did the two say? 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. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. "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. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. Here we go. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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. The former Everton striker is now working in BeIN sports in Qatar . A number of disappointed fans reacted to the news on social media. The comments, which went to air on Tuesday, were described by Sky News chief executive Paul Whittaker as "totally unacceptable". 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. 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. "I apologise most sincerely to Azeem and to the Asian community for doing this, and for any offence caused," he said. David 'Bumble' Lloyd set to leave the Sky Sports cricket commentary Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by Keep their names out of your stinking unbrushed teeth mouths. 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. 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Yeah. 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". Bad.". 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. Bill Leslie Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. 'Remember the name Wayne Rooney! ", 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. 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. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female. game at Molineux Caroline Barker. That is not to defend what happened. Do me a favour, love.". 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Liverpool were crushed by the Italian giants in the first half, going in 3-0 down at the break in Istanbul. I am quite happy for them to have their point of view, but that is mine and that is where I sit. 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. 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. Sky said in a statement that the new evidence related to "an off-air incident that took place in December 2010" and "came to light after Andy Gray had already been subjected to disciplinary action for his comments of 22 January 2011". Baffling as you are as good as ever! Published: 10:52 GMT, 27 August 2020 | Updated: 16:27 GMT, 27 August 2020. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 So farewell Bumble, it was fun while it lasted. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on. Nick Halling - Wikipedia - Jose has become a laughing stock. A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". But Gray's former Everton team-mate Peter Reid linked the ex-Sky pundit's dismissal to the ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. They have been part of a team that for me was the best. 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. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. Martin Tyler (born 14 September 1945) is an English football commentator and semi-professional football coach. The pair were Keys added: "Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her.". David Prutton. Answered: Sky Sport commentators | Sky Community 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. "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? 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. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation".