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. Gray and Keys have been the face of Sky Sports' football coverage since the satellite broadcaster started showing English top-flight matches in 1992. 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. Karen Carney, Jacqui Oatley and Michelle Owen join Sky Sports and 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. 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". David Prutton. 'Is there a tendency for me to refer to a black player's pace or strength as opposed to their skill or match intelligence? "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. LUTHER BLISSETT LAUNCHES STAUNCH DEFENCE OF BLACK PUNDITS AFTER SKY AXE SOCCER SATURDAY TRIO, Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports after 13 years service, Micah Richards has been linked with a role on Soccer Saturday. David Lloyd: Sky Sports commentator leaves after 22 years Brady said the comments made her "blood boil" while the England captain Rio Ferdinand labelled them "prehistoric". 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". Will Griffee For Mailonline Female linesman. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. Scott Minto has become the latest high-profile casualty of Sky Sports' shake-up after he confirmed he has been sacked by the broadcaster.. 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. Rafiq fully accepted that apology and on Tuesday was reported to have told friends he had not intended for anything like this to happen. On the latest Gary Neville Podcast, the Sky Sports pundit discusses Man Utd fan concerns about the Glazers and the issue of states investing in football clubs. You overcome it, you move forward.". He most notably was the voice of the 2005 Champions League final between Liverpool and AC Milan. 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. 'I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. I gather one or two sites are reporting that I've been sacked. 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. Sky has sacked football presenter Andy Gray after further allegations of his sexist behaviour came to light. Why Sir Ian Botham and David Gower are leaving Sky Sports after fifth Others undoubtedly have far more entertaining anecdotes about one of the greats of British sports broadcasting, but there is hope this will not be the last we hear of Bumble. The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. 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. What exactly did the two say? Richards also received the backing of fans thanks to his energetic and erudite views since hanging up his boots and becoming a pundit, but faced some abuse too. Featured review. Paul Merson says it will be difficult for manager Graham Potter to recover if Chelsea compound a poor run of form with a loss to London rivals Tottenham on Sunday. ', Another added: 'Hope he gets snapped up by someone', while third posted: 'Hi Clive, I've read the statement ITV put out this morning. Goal takes a look. 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". "And so I feel it is time for me to do the same and move on to the next chapter.". Please turn on JavaScript. ", 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.". Sky Sports Review: Sky sports commentators - ComplaintsBoard.com Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. 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. Bobby Bulloch thought he was having a wee laugh by announcing his movements during the break between Hamilton Academical and Ross County on Wednesday night. Electronic Arts, which produces football video games, refused to comment on whether Gray would be used as a commentator in the future. "It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Which Sky Sports presenters have been sacked? Nov 06, 2021 10:35 am EDT. Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. 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 ask myself that question and hopefully the answer is: no, I don't think that is the case.'. But Steven Gerrard headed home to give Liverpool fans a glimmer of hope and Tyledesley's reaction was priceless. subsequently disciplined. 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. MATT LE TISSIER has been kicked off Sky Sports along with his fellow Soccer Saturday pundits Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021. Matterface has been a regular commentary voice on ITV, working on coverage of several major tournaments including the World Cup in Russia. 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". We got it wrong. Hayley Mcqueen. In January 2011, long-time Sky Sports commentators Richard Keys and Andy Gray were forced to leave the broadcasting company after the leak of several tapes in which the duo were found to make . I don't consider it harmless banter at all. 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. Djokovic's bid to enter USA unvaccinated is BACKED by the US Open He presented the Waterloo Cup crown green bowls (independently produced) for Sky Sports until the mid-2000s. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by I deserve to be battered. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. 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. A primary reason behind keeping the viewers engaged on a rain-affected Day 3 was the quality of analysis on Sky Sports Cricket. 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". See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? "Thank you Bumble for your service. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. 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. Ageism alive and well in UK broadcasting.'. Home Sky Sports Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits. 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. Do me a favour, love.". Stelling tweeted: 'Clive does more prep and stats than me - and his are useful! Here we go. Yeah. 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'. That is not to defend what happened. 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. 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Bobby Bulloch: Football commentator sacked over half-time - Sky Sports Wheelhouse Az | Prescott Valley AZ - Facebook The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 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. 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. Bookmark. It's a simple thing, I agree with the cause but there are parts of the organisation that I just cannot support. 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. Terrific memories.'. 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. ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. David 'Bumble' Lloyd set to leave the Sky Sports cricket commentary Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. He took over as England coach in 1996 but left in 1999 when the England and Wales Cricket Board did not renew his contract. 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. '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. 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. There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. But why does it have to be racially driven? 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. Bruno: People doubted we'd be in this position; Ten Hag made us believe, Carra: Liverpool 'embarrassing' | 'I'd take Van Dijk's place at the moment', Nev: Fans worried Glazers will stay | 'Horse has bolted' on state ownership, PL clubs laugh off new Super League push | A22: We don't need English teams, Neville: We must persist with VAR | The good far outweighs the bad, Neville: Pep must switch tactics vs Arsenal | 'Gunners wobble unsurprising', How Anfield 'brain drain' has hurt Klopp's Liverpool, Merson Says: What have Leeds done? I look forward to being back on screen very soon.". ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". Nick Halling is a British sports broadcaster and journalist who studied English & Theology at Leeds University. 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. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. 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. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments 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. Tyldesley is going to remain as part of the ITV team and will still be part of the group commentating at major tournaments. It was wrong. 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. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. During lockdown, the popular commentator kept people entertained by commentating over clips of children playing football and even his wife's homemade lasagne. But they've done brilliantly. They always score! 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. Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha is 'set to leave Selhurst Park as a free agent in the summer' - and could 'I don't read it': Romeo Lavia insists he is 'focused on his football' and helping Southampton avoid GRAEME SOUNESS talks to BRYAN ROBSON: I see people with pink and yellow boots and think "I'd just kick he was asked by bosses to wear the Black Lives Matter badge, temporarily quitting the social media platform Twitter, Do not sell or share my personal information. 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. 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.". Nev: Man Utd will need 'something really special' to beat Liverpool, Walker: Gap to Celtic will get bigger | 'Rangers can't match their quality', Merson Says: Man Utd should be winning trophies | Relegation will go to the wire, Nev: Man Utd most likely for Kane | 'I'd only pay 50m-60m for Rice', Tyler: Motson set the standard for commentators, 'From whiners to winners' - Neville on how Ten Hag has transformed Man Utd, Redknapp: Liverpool must win next two home games to finish in top four, Ten Hag on Man Utd togetherness and making Sir Alex proud, Carragher: Newcastle must pretend it's the last 30 minutes to beat Man Utd. It is believed he felt that he had not been consulted properly and felt a sense of loyalty to the trio. Moved aside. The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. To be clear this is ITV's decision, not mine. 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. Answered: Sky Sport commentators | Sky Community This is Sky's decision to evolve the show, and you know what, I wish them all the very best. David Croft to be sacked by Sky Sports, reports Joe Saward "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. A fantastic commentator who will be sorely missed. Then in the next breath he is switching on to find the perfect words for the great moment. Former Southampton superstar and England ace Le Tissier, 51, was a hugely popular member of Stellings Saturday team. Andy Gray sacked by Sky for 'unacceptable and offensive behaviour A. The pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female referee Sian Massey before Saturday's match between Wolves and Liverpool. "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. 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?". We got it wrong. Yeah. '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. He started presenting on Sky Sports News in July 2007, before leaving in late 2010. You do it. 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. Sky sports commentators. I've got no health issues. , Swanson is unstoppable! ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. Almada, Puig & all the players to watch, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. ', said Tyldesley as Rooney wildly celebrated at Goodison Park. Both were sacked from Sky . 'This happens to everybody in the industry. 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. That is not to defend what happened. Graham Little. 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. Andy Gray and Richard Keys caught on camera speaking to Clare Tomlinson in clip from early 2000s.

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