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. He said the death of former England bowler and Sky pundit Bob Willis in 2019, plus former England captains David Gower and Ian Botham and former West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding leaving Sky recently had informed his decision. "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. Nick Halling is a British sports broadcaster and journalist who studied English & Theology at Leeds University. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. - Jose has become a laughing stock. What exactly did the two say? 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. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. "It's been an immense privilege to try and bring the sport I love into people's homes up and down the country.". Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. Sign up here for is Inside the Ashes newsletter to get daily news, interviews and analysis from Down Under. Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits - TV Newsroom Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. Scott Minto has confirmed he has left Sky Sports, as the broadcaster continues to make sweeping changes across its football coverage. It has proven to be a good prediction with Rooney going on to become England and Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer. David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by 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. Through experiences you gain that wider perspective. 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The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. You do it. You cant be further from the truth and I feel incredibly sorry for you that there is so little joy in your life, you resort to this., Moment Aston Villa's Leon Bailey inhales 'laughing gas' after all night party, 'Professional boxer' Paul teases announcement with hilarious video after Fury loss, Mason Greenwood's England future revealed after rejecting country switch, Nicky Butt quit Man Utd as he couldnt stand players beating him to team, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 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. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. 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. Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. He took over as England coach in 1996 but left in 1999 when the England and Wales Cricket Board did not renew his contract. 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? 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! Scotland striker Nicholas secured two Premier League honours and one League Cup for Glasgow giants Celtic and one League Cup with the Gunners. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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. "I've decided the time is now right to pass on the microphone," said Lloyd. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". 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. 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. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. "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. Erik ten Hag speaks exclusively to Sky Sports News' Melissa Reddy ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Man Utd's togetherness and more. 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 . David Jones. Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. It was wrong. 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. The former West Ham and Chelsea defender had been the face of their LaLiga and EFL coverage for 13 years, but has been told his services are no longer required. Both were sacked from Sky . 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". The Ultimate Trivia Battle! E. Author of the review. Will Griffee For Mailonline Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. 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. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.'. Sky Sports managing director Barney Francis said on Tuesday: "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour. During a Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing 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". '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. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. Wright said: 'The racism is going through the roof today. 'Asking me if it is something that I have done no there's nothing. We got it wrong. 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. Answered: Sky Sport commentators | Sky Community 'We are very glad he will continue with us and look forward to working with him on many more occasions in the future.'. ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. That is not to defend what happened. The 55-year-old and colleague Richard Keys had been stood down for Monday's match between Bolton and Chelsea. 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Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. A primary reason behind keeping the viewers engaged on a rain-affected Day 3 was the quality of analysis on Sky Sports Cricket. Graham Little. I don't consider it harmless banter at all. All rights reserved. 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. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. So farewell Bumble, it was fun while it lasted. Mark Chapman. ', he questioned as United went in search of a goal. 'Remember the name Wayne Rooney! Earlier on Tuesday it was announced that Burton was "spoken to and warned" about his remarks and he would not be involved in Sky's coverage of Wednesday's Carling Cup tie between Birmingham and West Ham. Rooney burst into the spotlight with that stunning 90th-minute winner against Arsenal way back in 2002. Former Southampton star Le Tissier was a hugely popular member of Stelling's Saturday team, though has courted controversy several times in the past. I accept that. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world.. Sky Sports' Andy Walker believes Celtic will extend their lead over Rangers before the end of the season. 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. I deserve to be battered. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Shamed football commentators in new sexism storm ', 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. Gary Neville insists Manchester United are not in the title race but Roy Keane disagrees and says his former side "have to be ready to pounce". At present we have no plans to change the way we work with Andy. 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". Gray has been a very visible presence in its latest advertising campaigns. The pair discussed Massey's appointment for the game at Molineux on Saturday, speaking when they believed their microphones were switched off. ", 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. 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. But Gray's former Everton team-mate Peter Reid linked the ex-Sky pundit's dismissal to the She's got that game on merit, she's worked really hard, and it does hurt you. Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. 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. Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. Rafiq fully accepted that apology and on Tuesday was reported to have told friends he had not intended for anything like this to happen. Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. Can you believe that? "I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. You can hear his love and passion for the game in every word he says and he has that priceless ability to inform and entertain at the same time. The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. He was a first-class umpire from 1985 to 1987 and became Lancashire coach in 1993. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 'What's it got to do with Black Lives Matter, or the fact that black people may get an opportunity to get those jobs? - Jose has become a laughing stock, Arsenal's plans to avoid bottling the title, Exclusive: Kovacic on Modric, CR7 and THAT Liverpool goal. Paul Merson has questioned Leeds' decision to sack boss Jesse Marsch with two games in four days coming up against Man Utd, starting at Old Trafford on Wednesday. '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. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.". 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. Hayley Mcqueen. But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. David 'Bumble' Lloyd: Cricket commentator quits Sky Sports and will Media requires JavaScript to play. Yeah, I know. Do me a favour, love.". 'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Gray and Keys have been the face of Sky Sports' football coverage since the satellite broadcaster started showing English top-flight matches in 1992. 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. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. Sky Sports commentator sacked in sexism row - The Sydney Morning Herald Cricket is in Bumbles veins. 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. Stelling tweeted: 'One of my saddest days ever at Sky Sports with the departures of three of my best mates. Scott Minto joins Le Tissier, Nicholas and Thompson in being sacked by The former Everton striker is now working in BeIN sports in Qatar . Keys added: "Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her.". The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? 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.. Speaking outside his home near Southampton, he said: 'I just don't agree with some of the points of that movement - specifically the defunding of the police and the anti capitalist points are things I do not agree with. 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. Not for myself. We got it wrong. 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. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female. Terrific memories.'. However, according to Joe Saward in the 'Inside F1' podcast, David Croft could be on his way out of Sky Sports, as the team isn't quite happy with him. 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'. Caroline Barker. The comments below have not been moderated. 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 look forward to being back on screen very soon.". Sky Sports Review: Sky sports commentators - ComplaintsBoard.com Yeah. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. Do me a favour, love.". Why Sir Ian Botham and David Gower are leaving Sky Sports after fifth Bobby Bulloch thought he was having a wee laugh by announcing his. , updated Why? Earlier this season Le Tissier caused a stir when responding to comments regarding his and Sky's public support for the Black Lives Matter (BLM) campaign, saying he would be evaluating his own personal stance. BBC Sport - Football - Andy Gray sacked by Sky for offensive behaviour One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. Gray replied: Why is there a female linesman? "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.". 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. Enjoy The Ride - Sky Sports F1 Promo 2023 . Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. "I apologise most sincerely to Azeem and to the Asian community for doing this, and for any offence caused," he said. No! "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? "And so I feel it is time for me to do the same and move on to the next chapter.". 'It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. Bookmark. 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. 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?
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