Sky on Tuesday refused to comment on the. And Le God formed a brilliant relationship with Liverpools former captain and assistant manager Thommo, 66, and ex-Celtic and Arsenal star Nicholas, 58. Yeah. This BBC Sport guide tells you how to and provides a glossary for those new to the sport. "It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. 'It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. Minto had worked for Sky Sports for the last 13 years, with his sacking coming less than 24 hours after Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas were axed from Soccer Saturday. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. 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. Former Chelsea and West Ham defender Minto joined Sky at the end of his playing career and has been a regular feature on Sky. "All because three middle-aged white guys have got the sack. 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. 'These guys, Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas, Phil Thompson, they've had an unbelievable run. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world. It has proven to be a good prediction with Rooney going on to become England and Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer. 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. I accept that. 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. He recently caused a stir on social media for wearing a Black Lives Matter badge on the programme after suggesting to his half-a-million Twitter followers that he was against the idea. BBC Sport - Football - Andy Gray sacked by Sky for offensive behaviour The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 Football Experts - Opinion & Commentary | Sky Sports 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. He has extensive experience of his own having held roles with the BBC and also Sky Sports both as a presenter and commentator. Atkinson told BBC Radio WM: "I don't know the full story but on the evidence of what I've just heard and what I've read I think a suspension would have been the correct decision. ", Gray then stated: "If off-air conversations of television and radio presenters were recorded, there would be no one left working. Both Keys and Gray eventually signed a contract withAl Jazeera in June 2013, covering football from Qatar where they commentate on the Premier League, FA Cup and the Champions League. Terrific memories.'. Featured review. The pair were pic.twitter.com/yoloHx1glc. Yeah, I know. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. I can stand up and take a beating. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. 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. Sky Sports review: Sky sports commentators. The pair are now flagship presenters of the BeIN Sports channels. 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". On Wednesday, it was revealed that Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas had been told about their own redundancies. I deserve to be battered. Le Tissier had it written into his Sky contract that he didnt have to wear a tie for the weekend and mid-week television shows. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 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. Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits - TV Newsroom From Miami to Manchester! Why Sir Ian Botham and David Gower are leaving Sky Sports after fifth Scott Minto joins Le Tissier, Nicholas and Thompson in being sacked by 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. Analysis and opinion from the BBC's cricket correspondent. Stelling, who has presented Soccer Saturday for nearly 30 years, is said to have been furious when Charlie Nicholas, Phil Thompson and Matt Le Tissier were asked to leave the show last year. 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. All rights reserved. There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. "They were utterly inappropriate and totally sexist," said Arthur, who represents 11,000 referees in the UK. They always score! 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. Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by It was wrong. 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. E. Author of the review. Answered: Sky Sport commentators | Sky Community I kiss my teeth, say raasclaat and all that sort of stuff. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. 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. Keys later said: "Prehistoric banter isn't acceptable in the modern world.. Moved aside. Scott Minto (right) is the latest former player to be made redundant by Sky Sports this summer. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The statement was made in a final attempt to save his job, but was not well-received. Ella Gillett of Cambridge, GB. 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. It reflects what goes on in pubs and clubs," he said. Mark Chapman. He started presenting on Sky Sports News in July 2007, before leaving in late 2010. They might get a chance to do this show. 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". Andy Burton was shown discussing Massey with Gray ahead of Saturday's match in footage leaked to sister channel Sky News. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Can you believe that? He's now openly gay. Soon after Gray was sacked, the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) withdrew Massey from Tuesday's game at Crewe. David Croft to be sacked by Sky Sports, reports Joe Saward Richard Keys and Andy Gray: What did they say on air to get sacked by Here we go. Anothertape was revealed consisting of Gray crudely discussing Massey's physical appearance with a different colleague - Andy Burton. He doesnt make commentary about him. Oh I forgot Clive you are 65. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments Enjoyed every minute with some amazing people on the show and behind the scenes which made it the iconic show it is today. Scotland striker Nicholas secured two Premier League honours and one League Cup for Glasgow giants Celtic and one League Cup with the Gunners. The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said?