The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. Much like BBC's star-studded commentary panel, Sky Cricket also have an equally popular commentary panel. I think it was sarcastic anyway. 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. 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". Peace and love.'. Will Griffee For Mailonline Then in the next breath he is switching on to find the perfect words for the great moment. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. What have they done, what have these guys done? David 'Bumble' Lloyd: Cricket commentator quits Sky Sports and will "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. ', 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. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! 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. 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. 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. 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. But they've done brilliantly. Yeah, I know. One wrote: 'ITV replacing Clive Tyldesley is a terrible decision. 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. 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's a simple thing, I agree with the cause but there are parts of the organisation that I just cannot support. Bad.". ITV have replaced me as their main football commentator pic.twitter.com/S8UOjvwEck. 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. Please turn on JavaScript. 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. 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. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. It was wrong. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by Do me a favour, love.". 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. You overcome it, you move forward.". 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.'. Sports | The Daily Courier | Prescott, AZ 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. He doesnt make commentary about him. 'We are very glad he will continue with us and look forward to working with him on many more occasions in the future.'. Presenter Jeff Stelling will remain, as will Arsenal legend Paul Merson. The pair spoke of their disapproval of women officiating football matches, questioning their knowledge and qualifications. Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. David Lloyd: Sky Sports commentator leaves after 22 years The pair were What exactly did the two say? The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. ITV appear to be following the BBC's lead in culling older much-loved talent. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry. 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. "I would like to wish the staff and teams at Sky all the best for the coming season - a season which is set to be truly spectacular both in the Premier League and EFL. 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. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". 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. Caroline Barker. 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. Sky News commentator sacked over on-air racism 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. Tyldesley was the voice of a number of memorable European nights on ITV but none come close to Liverpool's stunning comeback against AC Milan in 2005. 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.'. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by 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. 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? 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. . The 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. They might get a chance to do this show. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. 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 . Bad.". Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. There is an attitude that exists such as that. 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However, the timing of this announcement, just weeks after he was dragged into the Azeem Rafiq racism affair, suggests this wasnt entirely Lloyds decision. From Miami to Manchester! TV pundit Andy Gray has admitted he was close to suicide after being caught making a cheap sexist comment on Sky Sports. 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. Andy Gray and Richard Keys caught on camera speaking to Clare Tomlinson in clip from early 2000s. 'What's it got to do with Black Lives Matter, or the fact that black people may get an opportunity to get those jobs? I don't know. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. It has proven to be a good prediction with Rooney going on to become England and Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer. During lockdown, the popular commentator kept people entertained by commentating over clips of children playing football and even his wife's homemade lasagne. 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. 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. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. 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. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. 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. "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. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. Eric Bristow axed by Sky Sports after calling football abuse victims A number of disappointed fans reacted to the news on social media. Scott Minto has confirmed he has left Sky Sports, as the broadcaster continues to make sweeping changes across its football coverage. 464 were here. "I've decided the time is now right to pass on the microphone," said Lloyd. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. "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. Rafiq said Lloyd also apologised to him personally, adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". He hung up his boots in 2003 before joining Sky's punditry panel shortly after. Djokovic's bid to enter USA unvaccinated is BACKED by the US Open "We've expressed our disappointment to Andy Gray's representatives about the comments that have been reported in the media over the last 48 hours. '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. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. The derogatory messages about Rafiq and Asians in general that Lloyd admitting sending a journalist close to the former Yorkshire player were unacceptable. The USWNT has a new superstar , 'They're taking the p*ss!' I look forward to being back on the screen soon. 'The underlying insinuation of tweets immediately linking mine and Alex Scott's names makes for some uncomfortable truths. On Wednesday, it was revealed that Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas had been told about their own redundancies. 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! 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. A left . 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. Do me a favour, love.". Andy Gray reveals he was on 'brink of suicide' after being sacked from Sky 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. 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. 00:14 GMT 01 Oct 2020. That is not to defend what happened. He admitted that himself and phoned Rafiq personally to apologise, as well apologising to the wider Asian community and affirming his commitment to making cricket a more inclusive sport. ", Thompson said: "I've had a great 22 years on Sky Sports. 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. I can stand up and take a beating. Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. Burton had been due to appear in his role as a touchline reporter on Sky's coverage of tomorrow night's Carling Cup semi-final second leg between Birmingham City and West Ham but will now be replaced. 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. Burton said "apparently, a female lino today, bit of a looker", with Gray responding: "A female linesman? 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. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 "Thank you Bumble for your service. 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. After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today.". Matt Le Tissier said he would a Black Lives Matter badge (circled) on Sky Sports but did not support their anti-capitalism aims. Female linesman. While fans have admitted that Croft does become a little . Tyldesley, a fan favourite over the years, will be working on next year's delayed European Championship but not in the lead role. Published: 10:52 GMT, 27 August 2020 | Updated: 16:27 GMT, 27 August 2020. Stelling tweeted: 'Clive does more prep and stats than me - and his are useful! 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. . Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world.. "The racism is going through the roof today," Wright said. 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. "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? '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. 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. ", 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". Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments Matterface has been a regular commentary voice on ITV, working on coverage of several major tournaments including the World Cup in Russia. Enjoy The Ride - Sky Sports F1 Promo 2023 . 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). Read about our approach to external linking. Baffling as you are as good as ever! 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. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. 'I will still wear the badge because I do of course believe black lives matter. Scott, who played for Arsenal's women's team, has become a prominent pundit in recent years, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC. They have been part of a team that for me was the best.". At present we have no plans to change the way we work with Andy. Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. 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. Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, MLS is back! Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. 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". Quite a few people have been in touch with me, asking me to react, to comment, um, I'm not sure that would be a very good idea at the moment. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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". Sky Sports confirmed on Wednesday that former footballers Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas will no longer be a part of their coverage during the 2020/21 season, having. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. I deserve to be battered. I gather one or two sites are reporting that I've been sacked. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". 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 primary reason behind keeping the viewers engaged on a rain-affected Day 3 was the quality of analysis on Sky Sports Cricket. Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. 'All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Scotland striker Nicholas secured two Premier League honours and one League Cup for Glasgow giants Celtic and one League Cup with the Gunners. Yeah. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Nick Halling - Wikipedia