But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today," he said. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. From Miami to Manchester! The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. 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. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. Gray and Keys have been the face of Sky Sports' football coverage since the satellite broadcaster started showing English top-flight matches in 1992. Which Sky Sports presenters have been sacked? 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. 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 . "And Solskjaer has won it!" It is never about Bumble. The 49-year-old began presenting for Sky in 2006 after . 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. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. For other inquiries, Contact Us. He was a first-class umpire from 1985 to 1987 and became Lancashire coach in 1993. Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. It was wrong. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! Published: 10:52 GMT, 27 August 2020 | Updated: 16:27 GMT, 27 August 2020. "I have spoken to Sian. 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. 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. 'The underlying insinuation of tweets immediately linking mine and Alex Scott's names makes for some uncomfortable truths. Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world.. ', Another added: 'Hope he gets snapped up by someone', while third posted: 'Hi Clive, I've read the statement ITV put out this morning. 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. Will Griffee For Mailonline We got it wrong. 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". Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. 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". . However, the timing of this announcement, just weeks after he was dragged into the Azeem Rafiq racism affair, suggests this wasnt entirely Lloyds decision. 'We are very glad he will continue with us and look forward to working with him on many more occasions in the future.'. The time he shared a campervan with Hussain on the 2018 tour of New Zealand was also memorable, particularly when I stumbled across Bumble having a cuppa outside the van in Mount Maunganui and he sarcastically remarked the stunning beach view had nothing on Blackpool. Do me a favour, love.". They have been part of a team that for me was the best. SKY News commentator Ross Cameron has been sacked by the broadcaster after launching into a racist rant about Chinese people visiting Disneyland. David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. 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". The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. Football's return after the coronavirus pandemic saw attention pull away from the pitch, after Matt Le Tissier claimed TV bosses asked him to wear a Black Lives Matter badge during Soccer Saturday. , updated Wright said: 'The racism is going through the roof today. 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. . 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 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). "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on. Refs' chief slams Sky presenters over sexism row. 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. 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. Gray has instructed law firm Schillings to represent him over the termination of his contract, while Massey was withdrawn from her duties as an assistant referee for Tuesday's League Two game between Crewe and Bradford. "Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. ", Thompson said: "I've had a great 22 years on Sky Sports. "They were utterly inappropriate and totally sexist," said Arthur, who represents 11,000 referees in the UK. By TIM REYNOLDS, AP Sports Writer February 26, 2023. 'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Do me a favour, love.". "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. The comments, which went to air on Tuesday, were described by Sky News chief executive Paul Whittaker as "totally unacceptable". ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. Tue 25 Jan 2011 16.26 EST The Sky Sports football pundit Andy Gray has been fired for "unacceptable and offensive behaviour" amid the furore over his comments about a female assistant referee. Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. 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. 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. ', 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 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'. Goal takes a look. Sir Ian Botham and David Gower bid farewell to the Sky Sports commentary box after the conclusion of the fifth and final Ashes Test at The Oval. Not for myself. That is not to defend what happened. Andy Burton was shown discussing Massey with Gray ahead of Saturday's match in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. 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. ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. 'I'm the same broadcaster, the same person that I've always been, like me or hate me, and you're entitled to do either. 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. 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. 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 has extensive experience of his own having held roles with the BBC and also Sky Sports both as a presenter and commentator. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. This is Sky's decision to evolve the show, and you know what, I wish them all the very best. 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. She's got that game on merit, she's worked really hard, and it does hurt you. Micah Richards, the most exciting pundit to hit the scene in years. Something went wrong, please try again later. News of the World phone-hacking scandal. "Thank you Bumble for your service. The more people are attracted to the game the better standards will be and the more everyone can talk about the football. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. The trolls turned on the football pundit for criticising the governments handling of the Covid-19 crisis. The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. I look forward to being back on the screen soon. [3] On 12 January 2018, Matterface was confirmed as Matt Chapman's replacement as commentator for ITV 's Dancing on Ice. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. Bumble was the lead commentator but he turned to Ian Bishop and said this is West Indies moment. Sky said it is investigating Lloyd's alleged comments. Formula 1 2023 - Pre-Season Testing - Live TV Coverage on . Soon after Gray was sacked, the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) withdrew Massey from Tuesday's game at Crewe. Peace and love.'. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 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. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. A number of disappointed fans reacted to the news on social media. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. 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. Scott Minto has confirmed he has left Sky Sports, as the broadcaster continues to make sweeping changes across its football coverage. We failed to change when the world has changed. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. "And so I feel it is time for me to do the same and move on to the next chapter.". 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. Before it was announced that Gray had been sacked, Arthur Smith, general secretary of the Referees' Association, told BBC Sport's Dan Roan that Massey was hurt by the comments. The derogatory messages about Rafiq and Asians in general that Lloyd admitting sending a journalist close to the former Yorkshire player were unacceptable. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. "The commentary box feels a little emptier," he said. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. 'Can Manchester United score? If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". Both were sacked from Sky . 'Hello, hello. "Betfair doesn't tolerate sexism, and we expect others who represent our brand to share similar values," said a spokesman. 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. 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. Yours was the voice of my sporting youth, Champions League on terrestrial was appointment viewing. 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. It is understood that Sky had originally planned to treat Gray's exchange with Burton as part of the same disciplinary charge but the emergence of the new evidence made his position untenable. Paul Merson 27/02/23 2:23pm All rights reserved. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Lloyd said he had "wonderful memories" of his time at Sky and had been "lucky to travel the world sharing Ashes highs and lows, World Cup wins and losses, heroics and heartaches with you all". 'Yes, you can be disappointed that it's come to an end for those guys. 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. The USWNT has a new superstar , 'They're taking the p*ss!' ITV have replaced me as their main football commentator pic.twitter.com/S8UOjvwEck. In response, Lloyd said he had "made some comments about the Asian cricket community" and that he "deeply regrets" his actions. '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. He recently contributed a piece for Sportsmailabout how stereotyping in commentary is morally wrong, after a report from a Danish research firm found there was a clear racial bias in football commentary. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. That is sad, not only because he is a fine person but a brilliant broadcaster. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. 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. 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. 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. 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. I accept that. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. 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. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". Media requires JavaScript to play. Photograph: Fiona Hanson/PA, Keys, was originally suspended yesterday after a Sunday newspaper published a transcript, in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, MLS is back! The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. Through experiences you gain that wider perspective. Sky confirmed that the incident in question is a new YouTube clip that emerged today, that showed Gray making sexist comments to co-presenter Charlotte Jackson before going on air. So farewell Bumble, it was fun while it lasted. 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The furore began on Saturday when Keys and Gray, believing their microphones were switched off, were recorded before the ", 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". 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. It is important for PGMO to have talented people from all backgrounds getting involved in refereeing. Not for myself. 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. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. They might get a chance to do this show. Scott, who played for Arsenal's women's team, has become a prominent pundit in recent years, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC. 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. adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". 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. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! The 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. What?'. 'What's it got to do with Black Lives Matter, or the fact that black people may get an opportunity to get those jobs? Former Southampton star Le Tissier was a hugely popular member of Stelling's Saturday team, though has courted controversy several times in the past. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. ", 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. 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. . A source at ITV also stressed that the move freed up Tyldesley to work for other broadcasters, which he has done. "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? 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. Learn more. "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. Stelling tweeted: 'Clive does more prep and stats than me - and his are useful!
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