Cricket is in Bumbles veins. Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. 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. Another Sky Sports presenter is sacked: Scott Minto is the latest 'middle aged white guy' big name to be fired after Soccer Saturday hosts Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. For other inquiries, Contact Us. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. 'Remember the name Wayne Rooney! Ive had a great 22 years with @SkySports.Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today.Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on @SoccerSaturday. 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. The pair were 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. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Andy Gray, the Sky Sports presenter at the centre of a sexism storm following derogatory comments about a female official, has been sacked by the broadcaster in response to "new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". Sky told SunSport: 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., Confirming his dismissal, Le Tissier wrote on Twitter: "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 which include @CazzaEccles @CarlyBassett @tvtrevstats amongst many others, good luck all have a lovely day. Graham Little. He took over as England coach in 1996 but left in 1999 when the England and Wales Cricket Board did not renew his contract. 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. 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. "It has no part of the game. 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. . 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Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. 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. But why does it have to be racially driven? That is not to defend what happened. "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. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". '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. Then in the next breath he is switching on to find the perfect words for the great moment. E. Author of the review. He doesnt make commentary about him. Sky Sports said none of the presenters were obliged to wear the badge. 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'. 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. He said: 'If you haven't seen the announcement, I am being replaced as ITV's senior football commentator. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. The statement from the broadcaster said: 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., Soccer Saturday host Jeff Stelling reacted to the announcement in despair, tweeting: "One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departure of three of my best mates. 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.'. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. Photograph: Fiona Hanson/PA, Keys, was originally suspended yesterday after a Sunday newspaper published a transcript, in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. However, the timing of this announcement, just weeks after he was dragged into the Azeem Rafiq racism affair, suggests this wasnt entirely Lloyds decision. I deserve to be battered. 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. A number of disappointed fans reacted to the news on social media. Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Micah Richards, the most exciting pundit to hit the scene in years. 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. Former Manchester United boss Ron Atkinson, who resigned from his position as ITV co-commentator in April 2004 after making an off-air racist comment, also suggested Gray may have been unfortunate to lose his job. ', he questioned as United went in search of a goal. 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! ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". Roman Josi scored two goals Sunday night and the Nashville Predators won their third in a . 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. David Jones. SKY News commentator Ross Cameron has been sacked by the broadcaster after launching into a racist rant about Chinese people visiting Disneyland. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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. "He is much loved and respected by his fellow commentators and production team who cherish the time spent working with him," read a statement. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. Andy Gray and Richard Keys caught on camera speaking to Clare Tomlinson in clip from early 2000s. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021. I've not even thought about winding down towards retirement or anything like that. Both were sacked from Sky . 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. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. Massey was this afternoon stood down from her engagement to run the line tonight at a League Two match between Crewe Alexandra and Bradford City. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. By 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). game at Molineux Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Want to get into cricket? A fantastic commentator who will be sorely missed. 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 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. Female linesman. 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. "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. A community rec center that offers a multitude of sports housed in 60,000+sqft on 12+ Acres in PV. He most notably was the voice of the 2005 Champions League final between Liverpool and AC Milan. 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. Matterface, Tyldesley's replacement, will be continuing in his role as talkSPORT's lead football commentator alongside his new position. Both Keys and Gray eventually signed a contract withAl Jazeera in June 2013, covering football from Qatar where they commentate on the Premier League, FA Cup and the Champions League. 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. 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. 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. Brady said the comments made her "blood boil" while the England captain Rio Ferdinand labelled them "prehistoric". Do me a favour, love.". ", 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". Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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. "And Solskjaer has won it!" Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. "I've decided the time is now right to pass on the microphone," said Lloyd. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. 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. 'They are the two main points for me. 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. You overcome it, you move forward.". After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today," he said. Easily. Read about our approach to external linking. Moved aside. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. '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. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. 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. Yeah, I know. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. Scotland striker Nicholas secured two Premier League honours and one League Cup for Glasgow giants Celtic and one League Cup with the Gunners. Nev: Man Utd will need 'something really special' to beat Liverpool, Walker: Gap to Celtic will get bigger | 'Rangers can't match their quality', Merson Says: Man Utd should be winning trophies | Relegation will go to the wire, Nev: Man Utd most likely for Kane | 'I'd only pay 50m-60m for Rice', Tyler: Motson set the standard for commentators, 'From whiners to winners' - Neville on how Ten Hag has transformed Man Utd, Redknapp: Liverpool must win next two home games to finish in top four, Ten Hag on Man Utd togetherness and making Sir Alex proud, Carragher: Newcastle must pretend it's the last 30 minutes to beat Man Utd. Which Sky Sports presenters have been sacked? From Miami to Manchester! He presented the Waterloo Cup crown green bowls (independently produced) for Sky Sports until the mid-2000s. ', 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. Erik ten Hag speaks exclusively to Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Man Utd's togetherness and more. 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". Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. , Swanson is unstoppable! 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. adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". While fans have admitted that Croft does become a little . 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 . One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. Why? Nov 06, 2021 10:35 am EDT. [4] On 14 July 2020, ITV announced that Matterface would replace Clive Tyldesley as lead football and England commentator at the start of the . 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.'. Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. A source at ITV also stressed that the move freed up Tyldesley to work for other broadcasters, which he has done. 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. Do me a favour, love.". 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!'. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications.

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