The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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. A. I deserve to be battered. 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". 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.'. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.". 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. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. That is sad, not only because he is a fine person but a brilliant broadcaster. However, the timing of this announcement, just weeks after he was dragged into the Azeem Rafiq racism affair, suggests this wasnt entirely Lloyds decision. 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. 'This happens to everybody in the industry. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. Mark Chapman. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on. View our online Press Pack. 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. "And Solskjaer has won it!" 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. 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. ', When asked whether pundits on Sky Sports had been told to wear the badge, Le Tissier laughed and said: 'We were asked to wear it.'. 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. 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. 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. 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.". I can stand up and take a beating. Can you believe that?
", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. Bookmark. 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. Merson Says: Curtains for Potter if Chelsea lose at Spurs? There is an attitude that exists such as that. Home Sky Sports Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits. News of the World phone-hacking scandal. 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. Stelling tweeted: 'One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departures of three of my best mates. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Why? Sky Sports managing director Barney Francis said on Tuesday: "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour.
MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. Sky Sports SACK Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson, Charlie - The Sun Ian Wright hits out at 'stinking-mouthed racist' response to Sky Sports Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021. 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. ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. 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. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. Much like BBC's star-studded commentary panel, Sky Cricket also have an equally popular commentary panel. The three long-serving football experts were given the boot on Tuesday in a remarkable move by the TV company who have been aggressively cutting staff numbers. "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. But why does it have to be racially driven? The pair discussed Massey's appointment for the game at Molineux on Saturday, speaking when they believed their microphones were switched off. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". Hayley Mcqueen. Goal takes a look. 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. Former footballers Micah Richards (left) and Alex Scott (right) are both possible replacements. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators Digital Spy
I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. Gary Neville feels Man Utd will need to produce something really special if they are to beat Liverpool on Super Sunday despite their outstanding form. 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. ', 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. Yeah, I know. 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. Yeah. Steven Gerrard puts a grain of doubt in the back of Milan minds,' he 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". 00:14 GMT 01 Oct 2020. '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. It is important for PGMO to have talented people from all backgrounds getting involved in refereeing. Taking to Twitter to announce the news himself, Minto wrote: '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. The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. The pair were
I've not even thought about winding down towards retirement or anything like that. "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. 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. He was a boxing commentator for Sky Sports and presented their American football, as well as ice hockey, ten-pin bowling and numerous other events.. Halling used to co-present the National Football League (NFL) on Sky Sports along with Kevin Cadle. 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.. 'I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. Sign up to the Mirror Football email here for the latest news and transfer gossip. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. From Miami to Manchester! 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! He started presenting on Sky Sports News in July 2007, before leaving in late 2010. 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. Easily. 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.'. Featured review. , Swanson is unstoppable! The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. '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. 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". I deserve to be battered. 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. One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision.
SKY News commentator Ross Cameron has been sacked by the broadcaster after launching into a racist rant about Chinese people visiting Disneyland. Not for myself. After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today," he said. He has extensive experience of his own having held roles with the BBC and also Sky Sports both as a presenter and commentator. ", Thompson said: "I've had a great 22 years on Sky Sports. Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. Andy Burton was shown discussing Massey with Gray ahead of Saturday's match in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News.
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