"If you're in a pub and a masculine type is bothering someone at the bar, we don't like that. The news comes less than 24 hours after Sky released a statement regarding the aforementioned Le Tissier and co. From Miami to Manchester! Do me a favour, love.". 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. . 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. 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. Yeah, I know. 'While the decision wasnt 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. Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? Bad.". It's a simple thing, I agree with the cause but there are parts of the organisation that I just cannot support. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. He has extensive experience of his own having held roles with the BBC and also Sky Sports both as a presenter and commentator. 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. 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 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. Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. Liverpool were crushed by the Italian giants in the first half, going in 3-0 down at the break in Istanbul. Sky Sports Cricket said Lloyd was a "star" member of their commentary team, with an "extraordinary ability to inform and entertain in equal measure". 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. Matterface, Tyldesley's replacement, will be continuing in his role as talkSPORT's lead football commentator alongside his new position. Speaking to MailOnline on June 30, Le Tissier said he was completely against racism but did not agree with some aims of the protest groups. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. Female linesman. 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. "Thank you Bumble for your service. Among those paying tribute to Bumbles warm personality and brilliance behind the microphone included former England internationals Mark Butcher and Ebony Rainford-Brent, while former Sky colleague Nasser Hussain said: He is one of the all-time great commentators and a wonderful human being. She's fine. Kenny [Dalglish] will go potty.". 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? 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. 'The only thing he cares about is destroying me': Preview the scandalous story of divorce between the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, Paddy and Christine McGuinness open up in a raw and intimate documentary. 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. 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. Lloyd scored one Test century - a double hundred against India in his second Test in 1974 - and one ODI hundred, and spent his entire county career with his native Lancashire from 1965 to 1983. What?'. 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. SKY News commentator Ross Cameron has been sacked by the broadcaster after launching into a racist rant about Chinese people visiting Disneyland. 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. ', he questioned as United went in search of a goal. ITV have replaced me as their main football commentator pic.twitter.com/S8UOjvwEck. David Prutton. I look forward to being back on the screen soon. "I have spoken to Sian. 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 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. I've not even thought about winding down towards retirement or anything like that. 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. 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. No! The former Everton striker is now working in BeIN sports in Qatar . The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. Andy Gray and Richard Keys caught on camera speaking to Clare Tomlinson in clip from early 2000s. Why are people upset? The 55-year-old and colleague Richard Keys had been stood down for Monday's match between Bolton and Chelsea. Caroline Barker. 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. 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.. 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. 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. Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. Sky's statement continued: "The new evidence, relating to an off-air incident that took place in December, 2010, came to light after Andy Gray had already been subjected to disciplinary action for his comments of 22 January, 2011.". The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Yeah. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. 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. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. Andy Burton was shown discussing Massey with Gray ahead of Saturday's match in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. 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! 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". '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. '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. 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. 'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. 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. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. Jeff Stelling, the Sky Sports presenter, expressed his dismay and accused ITV of 'ageism', which the broadcaster has denied. 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". A fantastic commentator who will be sorely missed. Sky Sports Football Presenters . 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 have become synonymous with the. Matterface has been a regular commentary voice on ITV, working on coverage of several major tournaments including the World Cup in Russia. Gray has been a key part of Sky's football coverage, Massey has found herself at the centre of a media storm, The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. Keep their names out of your stinking unbrushed teeth mouths. Home Sky Sports Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? Stelling tweeted: 'One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departures of three of my best mates. I accept that. Rafiq fully accepted that apology and on Tuesday was reported to have told friends he had not intended for anything like this to happen. Yours was the voice of my sporting youth, Champions League on terrestrial was appointment viewing. We got it wrong. 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Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing. The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. 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. 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 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. ", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. 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. Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.". Mark Chapman. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. 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. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. 'Yes, you can be disappointed that it's come to an end for those guys. Do me a favour, love.". Among other things, Minto has fronted coverage of the EFL and Spanish La Liga, and the 49-year-old released a statement confirming his departure on Thursday. It's been a great show. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. I can see her from here," before swearing and adding: "What do women know about the offside rule?". It is thought that with the show's panel being made up entirely of white men of a certain age, Sky felt that Soccer Saturday's existing format had run its course. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. Terrific memories.'. 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?". Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. 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". ", 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. Scotland striker Nicholas secured two Premier League honours and one League Cup for Glasgow giants Celtic and one League Cup with the Gunners. Stelling appeared gutted by the news, writing on Twitter in reply to Le Tissier: "One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departure of three of my best mates. 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. Hayley Mcqueen. ITV appear to be following the BBC's lead in culling older much-loved talent. It was wrong. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. 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. A number of disappointed fans reacted to the news on social media. Not for myself. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. 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. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. Former Chelsea and West Ham defender Minto joined Sky at the end of his playing career and has been a regular feature on Sky. "They were utterly inappropriate and totally sexist," said Arthur, who represents 11,000 referees in the UK. 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 hung up his boots in 2003 before joining Sky's punditry panel shortly after. I don't know. Can you believe that? 'Can Manchester United score? "It has no part of the game. Wright said: 'The racism is going through the roof today. Last updated on 21 December 202121 December 2021.From the section Cricket. Through experiences you gain that wider perspective. Gray, Sky's expert pundit for almost two decades in a long-standing partnership with Keys, was originally suspended yesterday after a Sunday newspaper published a transcript of the pair criticising female match official Sian Massey during Wolverhampton Wanderers' match with Liverpool on Saturday. By The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. 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. '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. Rob Hawthorne has worked on Sky Sports since 1995 as a commentator. But they've done brilliantly. 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. 464 were here. "Sian has the full backing of PGMO and we hope she continues her development, which has shown excellent progress so far. The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. We got it wrong. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. [4] On 14 July 2020, ITV announced that Matterface would replace Clive Tyldesley as lead football and England commentator at the start of the . Yeah. 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. 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. But why does it have to be racially driven? Matt Le Tissier said he would a Black Lives Matter badge (circled) on Sky Sports but did not support their anti-capitalism aims. But Gray's former Everton team-mate Peter Reid linked the ex-Sky pundit's dismissal to the 'We are very glad he will continue with us and look forward to working with him on many more occasions in the future.'. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. 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. "He is much loved and respected by his fellow commentators and production team who cherish the time spent working with him," read a statement. It was wrong. That is not to defend what happened. Featured review. Why is football knowledge measured by the offside rule. 'Hello, hello. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. E. Author of the review. 'I love this job, and it has gone. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. 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. 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. View our online Press Pack. Will Griffee For Mailonline 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. 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. You overcome it, you move forward.". 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. Read about our approach to external linking. We failed to change when the world has changed. '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. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female referee Sian Massey before Saturday's match between Wolves and Liverpool. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. I ask myself that question and hopefully the answer is: no, I don't think that is the case.'. 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).