'ITV have been really good for me and yes I'll carry on as their No 2 commentator but let me make it quite clear, I have not stepped down, I have been moved. ITV have replaced me as their main football commentator pic.twitter.com/S8UOjvwEck. 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. That is not to defend what happened. 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. She's fine. He said: 'If you haven't seen the announcement, I am being replaced as ITV's senior football commentator. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female. 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. '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. 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. 'I will still wear the badge because I do of course believe black lives matter. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. pic.twitter.com/yoloHx1glc. Wheelhouse Az | Prescott Valley AZ - Facebook Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. Why are people upset?.". During lockdown, the popular commentator kept people entertained by commentating over clips of children playing football and even his wife's homemade lasagne. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Mark Chapman. In response, Lloyd said he had "made some comments about the Asian cricket community" and that he "deeply regrets" his actions. Terrific memories.'. Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. They always score! Personal highlights include when he was manager of the English press pack football team on the 2013 Ashes tour, with the decision by the lifelong Accrington Stanley fan in choosing to start this particular reporter on the bench in Perth ultimately vindicated when our team beat the Australian hacks 3-2. The 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. They have been part of a team that for me was the best. The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas out the door after it was announced the trio had been axed from Sky's Soccer Saturday on Wednesday. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? 'The underlying insinuation of tweets immediately linking mine and Alex Scott's names makes for some uncomfortable truths. 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. "And Solskjaer has won it!" A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". Brady said the comments made her "blood boil" while the England captain Rio Ferdinand labelled them "prehistoric". Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. He later responded to Ian Wright's video, saying: 'Totally agree with you Ian Wright, excellent point well made, racism should be left out of this completely but from one middle aged bloke to another I thought I did a decent job'. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. Sam Matterface - Wikipedia Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. The comments, which went to air on Tuesday, were described by Sky News chief executive Paul Whittaker as "totally unacceptable". 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? Both were sacked from Sky . Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". "I've decided the time is now right to pass on the microphone," said Lloyd. 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. Scott Minto joins Le Tissier, Nicholas and Thompson in being sacked by Gary Neville says the Premier League must persist with the use of VAR despite a controversial weekend of decisions as "the good far outweighs the bad". Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. BBC Sport - Football - Andy Gray sacked by Sky for offensive behaviour 'This happens to everybody in the industry. 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. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. From Miami to Manchester! 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. Last updated on 21 December 202121 December 2021.From the section Cricket. 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 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. The former Everton striker is now working in BeIN sports in Qatar . There is an attitude that exists such as that. Kenny [Dalglish] will go potty.". 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. Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Graham Little. While fans have admitted that Croft does become a little . "It's been an immense privilege to try and bring the sport I love into people's homes up and down the country.". Shamed football commentators in new sexism storm 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. '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. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.. He presented the Waterloo Cup crown green bowls (independently produced) for Sky Sports until the mid-2000s. Sky Sports Review: Sky sports commentators - ComplaintsBoard.com 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 . Sports | The Daily Courier | Prescott, AZ Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. Like that time when Carlos Brathwaite hit four sixes in the last over off Ben Stokes to win the 2016 T20 World Cup for West Indies. Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. 00:14 GMT 01 Oct 2020. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. Home Sky Sports Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits. Eric Bristow axed by Sky Sports after calling football abuse victims 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. That is not to defend what happened. Keep their names out of your stinking unbrushed teeth mouths. Goal takes a look. 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. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Yeah. They might get a chance to do this show. It is believed he felt that he had not been consulted properly and felt a sense of loyalty to the trio. Gray has been a very visible presence in its latest advertising campaigns. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. Learn more. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. 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. Stelling tweeted: 'One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departures of three of my best mates. Presenter Jeff Stelling will remain, as will Arsenal legend Paul Merson. Female linesman. "I apologise most sincerely to Azeem and to the Asian community for doing this, and for any offence caused," he said. I ask myself that question and hopefully the answer is: no, I don't think that is the case.'. On Monday, additional video footage emerged of Gray, a former Scotland international and striker with Aston Villa, Wolves and Everton, talking off-air with Sky Sports' pitchside reporter Andy Burton about Massey. The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. 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. Scott responded to Wright's tweet with four heart emojis. 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. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. 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. 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. Cricket is in Bumbles veins. Yeah, I know. 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. "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? I look forward to being back on the screen soon. 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. David Jones. ', 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. 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. That is sad, not only because he is a fine person but a brilliant broadcaster. Answered: Sky Sport commentators | Sky Community Matterface, Tyldesley's replacement, will be continuing in his role as talkSPORT's lead football commentator alongside his new position. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. Erik ten Hag speaks exclusively to Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Man Utd's togetherness and more. 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. Manchester United were on the cusp of missing out on an unimaginable 'Treble' of Premier League, FA Cup and European Cup back in 1999. Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. ", Thompson said: "I've had a great 22 years on Sky Sports. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. "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. David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. View our online Press Pack. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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. What exactly did the two say? , 'They're taking the p*ss!' 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. Clive Tyldesley, 65, says he can't understand why he is being 'sacked Sky Sports SACK Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson, Charlie - The Sun But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. 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. David Prutton. After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today.". 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. I think a lot of people in the country would agree with me. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. 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".