Terrific memories.'. By TIM REYNOLDS, AP Sports Writer February 26, 2023. Female linesman. "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. Peace and love.'. The 51-year-old hit out at the movement's 'far-left ideology' as black footballer Karl Henry also branded the group 'divisive'. 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. 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. . David Jones. 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. 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. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. 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. I accept that. The pair wolf-whistled and chanted: 'Get your t**s out for the lads!'. The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? Yeah. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments News of the World phone-hacking scandal. "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. 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. Tyldesley is going to remain as part of the ITV team and will still be part of the group commentating at major tournaments. 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 pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. Sportsmail understands that Tyldesley and ITV agreed more than two years ago, in early 2018, that his role would change at this point in 2020, because the broadcaster felt that this would be the right moment for a new leading voice. ", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. 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". The 58-year-old's playing career came to an end in 1996 before he turned to punditry. A. '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. 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 pundit had already been disciplined for sexist comments made about female referee Sian Massey before Saturday's match between Wolves and Liverpool. I don't know. Commentator David Lloyd has left Sky Sports after 22 years. David 'Bumble' Lloyd: Cricket commentator quits Sky Sports and will "I apologise most sincerely to Azeem and to the Asian community for doing this, and for any offence caused," he said. 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. 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. ', Another added: 'Hope he gets snapped up by someone', while third posted: 'Hi Clive, I've read the statement ITV put out this morning. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! 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.'. Sky Sports' Martin Tyler has shared his memories of John Motson, after his legendary fellow commentator died at the age of 77 on Thursday. Burton said "apparently, a female lino today, bit of a looker", with Gray responding: "A female linesman? There is an attitude that exists such as that. ", "He [a Sky Sports crew member] says she [Massey] is all right," Burton continued, "now I don't know if I should trust his judgment on that? 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". Wright said: 'The racism is going through the roof today. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by 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. David Lloyd: Sky Sports commentator leaves after 22 years ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. What have they done, what have these guys done? Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. Stelling tweeted: 'Clive does more prep and stats than me - and his are useful! Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. 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. 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. "I am hugely excited by the future and will be sharing news soon of my next project. The USWNT has a new superstar , 'They're taking the p*ss!' Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. '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. [4] On 14 July 2020, ITV announced that Matterface would replace Clive Tyldesley as lead football and England commentator at the start of the . . Liverpool were crushed by the Italian giants in the first half, going in 3-0 down at the break in Istanbul. 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. He said: 'If you haven't seen the announcement, I am being replaced as ITV's senior football commentator. 'Can Manchester United score? Forget what I said -they probably dont know the offside rule," Gray added. "It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. Sign up here for is Inside the Ashes newsletter to get daily news, interviews and analysis from Down Under. Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Want to get into cricket? Matterface has been a regular commentary voice on ITV, working on coverage of several major tournaments including the World Cup in Russia. - Jose has become a laughing stock, Arsenal's plans to avoid bottling the title, Exclusive: Kovacic on Modric, CR7 and THAT Liverpool goal. Bad.". "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. - Jose has become a laughing stock. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 'I love this job, and it has gone. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. What have they done, what have these guys done? Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.'. "Sian has the full backing of PGMO and we hope she continues her development, which has shown excellent progress so far. Electronic Arts, which produces football video games, refused to comment on whether Gray would be used as a commentator in the future. You overcome it, you move forward.". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. ", Betting exchange Betfair, which employs Gray as a football columnist, said it is "reviewing the situation". The news comes less than 24 hours after Sky released a statement regarding the aforementioned Le Tissier and co. BBC Sport - Football - Andy Gray sacked by Sky for offensive behaviour Scott responded to Wright's tweet with four heart emojis. 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. 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. Nick Halling is a British sports broadcaster and journalist who studied English & Theology at Leeds University. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. A fantastic commentator who will be sorely missed. 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.. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. Through experiences you gain that wider perspective. 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". 'Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. 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. A source at ITV also stressed that the move freed up Tyldesley to work for other broadcasters, which he has done. Will Griffee For Mailonline There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. A community rec center that offers a multitude of sports housed in 60,000+sqft on 12+ Acres in PV. 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". Sky have not announced who will replace the trio. They have been part of a team that for me was the best. 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. Sky News commentator sacked over on-air racism
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