David Lloyd's 22-year career at Sky is over after the broadcaster's investigation into allegations he made racist comments about Asian players. The pair were "It has been a truly fantastic experience and a privilege to work with, and alongside, so many talented individuals. Yeah, I know. Almost forgotten sports presenters/commentators. "And so I feel it is time for me to do the same and move on to the next chapter.". The presenter follows pundits Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and. Do me a favour, love.". Steven Gerrard puts a grain of doubt in the back of Milan minds,' he said. 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.". What?'. Well, I guess I have from one job but I've done nothing wrong. Scott Minto has confirmed he has left Sky Sports, as the broadcaster continues to make sweeping changes across its football coverage. Sign up here for is Inside the Ashes newsletter to get daily news, interviews and analysis from Down Under. Stelling tweeted: 'Clive does more prep and stats than me - and his are useful! 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. At present we have no plans to change the way we work with Andy. 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. 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. See charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? That is only fair to those connected with the clubs and their supporters. pic.twitter.com/yoloHx1glc. 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. Easily. ITV appear to be following the BBC's lead in culling older much-loved talent. Andy Gray sacked by Sky for 'unacceptable and offensive behaviour 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. Caroline Barker. The ex-Manchester City star tweeted yesterday: 'I saw I was trending today in relation to a brilliant and institutional Sky Sports TV show that I've never even been on. "Because a black person or a woman might get the opportunity to do this job. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. We wholeheartedly apologise for our behaviour. 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. ', Minto had fronted Sky Sports' EFL coverage, as well as presenting their LaLiga programmes. Sky have not announced who will replace the trio. There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. ", Gray then said: "No, I wouldn't. He was a first-class umpire from 1985 to 1987 and became Lancashire coach in 1993. Why? - Jose has become a laughing stock, Arsenal's plans to avoid bottling the title, Exclusive: Kovacic on Modric, CR7 and THAT Liverpool goal. 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". Ella Gillett of Cambridge, GB. Goal takes a look. The 74-year-old former England coach, nicknamed 'Bumble', joined Sky in 1999 after his three-year stint with the national team. "And Solskjaer has won it!" 'Is there a tendency for me to refer to a black player's pace or strength as opposed to their skill or match intelligence? "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 Sports Football Presenters . 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. While fans have admitted that Croft does become a little . Bumble was the lead commentator but he turned to Ian Bishop and said this is West Indies moment. That is sad, not only because he is a fine person but a brilliant broadcaster. Family man Le Tissier lashed out at his online critics for trying to ruin my life and get me sacked before taking a break from Twitter. ', Another added: 'Hope he gets snapped up by someone', while third posted: 'Hi Clive, I've read the statement ITV put out this morning. I accept that. [3] On 12 January 2018, Matterface was confirmed as Matt Chapman's replacement as commentator for ITV 's Dancing on Ice. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Sky said it is investigating Lloyd's alleged comments. adding: "He's deeply sorry about it and I accept his apology.". Earlier today, a third Sky Sports presenter was taken off air. Refs' chief slams Sky presenters over sexism row. Scott Minto confirms he is the latest casualty of Sky's sackings The 49-year-old began presenting for Sky in 2006 after . They have been part of a team that for me was the best. They were both a joy to work with and both will be sadly missed.. 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. The Ultimate Trivia Battle! Scott Minto sacked by Sky Sports as broadcaster continues on-screen Le Tissier, Thompson and Nicholas were told during a meeting with chiefs yesterday that their time on the show was up, but ex-Arsenal star Paul Merson was retained. Lloyd last month apologised to former Yorkshire all-rounder Azeem Rafiq, who accused him of making disparaging comments about Asian players. I deserve to be battered. Wheelhouse Az | Prescott Valley AZ - Facebook 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. "Andy Gray's contract has been terminated for unacceptable behaviour. "There is not inherent sexism at Sky, nor in the sports department or the football department. By 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. 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. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Tue 25 Jan 2011 16.26 EST The Sky Sports football pundit Andy Gray has been fired for "unacceptable and offensive behaviour" amid the furore over his comments about a female assistant referee. View our online Press Pack. Former Southampton superstar and England ace Le Tissier, 51, was a hugely popular member of Stellings Saturday team. I look forward to being back on the screen soon. Please turn on JavaScript. A community rec center that offers a multitude of sports housed in 60,000+sqft on 12+ Acres in PV. The former Everton striker is now working in BeIN sports in Qatar . I kiss my teeth, say raasclaat and all that sort of stuff. Last updated on 21 December 202121 December 2021.From the section Cricket. After issuing a warning yesterday, we have no hesitation in taking this action after becoming aware of new information today.". We failed to change when the world has changed. 09:52 GMT 14 Jul 2020 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. ", Keys went to remark on the newspaper column by the West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady, saying: "The game's gone mad. Up to $10 000 in daily prizes, How Man Utd can end their Anfield hoodoo , Where next for Neymar? 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". I can stand up and take a beating. 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. Scott Minto joins Le Tissier, Nicholas and Thompson in being sacked by Bad.". Terrific memories.'. However, the timing of this announcement, just weeks after he was dragged into the Azeem Rafiq racism affair, suggests this wasnt entirely Lloyds decision. Electronic Arts, which produces football video games, refused to comment on whether Gray would be used as a commentator in the future. Why are people upset?.". I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. 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. 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. Sky Cricket Commentators 2021: Full list of Sky Sports commentators for 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. A left . "From whiners to winners" - that's how Gary Neville described Erik ten Hag's transformation at Manchester United after their Carabao Cup final win. It has been reported that talkSPORT are set to snap him up for their coverage of Englands Test series in the Caribbean next March. Josi scores twice, Predators beat Coyotes 6-2 NHL. Andy Gray sacked from Sky Sports for sexist comments Keep their names out of your stinking unbrushed teeth mouths. ITV announced that the 65-year-old he will be replaced by 42-year-old Sam Matterface from the start of the new season and Tyldesley appeared devastated by the decision as he posted a video reacting to the announcement. 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 . Ian Wright hits out at 'stinking-mouthed racist' response to Sky Sports Sports | The Daily Courier | Prescott, AZ Former footballers Micah Richards (left) and Alex Scott (right) are both possible replacements. Do me a favour, love.". David Croft to be sacked by Sky Sports, reports Joe Saward Sky Sports Football Presenters, Commentators & Pundits - TV Newsroom 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. 464 were here. Will Griffee For Mailonline 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. Who are the commentators on Sky Sports football? 'The underlying insinuation of tweets immediately linking mine and Alex Scott's names makes for some uncomfortable truths. 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. . Here we go. It is now expected Sky Sports will bring in new faces for the coming campaign, in order to freshen up the popular football show and keep Soccer Saturday current. ', 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. 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. 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. Gray and Keys have been the face of Sky Sports' football coverage since the satellite broadcaster started showing English top-flight matches in 1992. 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. There is a sports room, a little boisterous like a dressing room up and down the country. Both Sky Sports and the FA condemned the comments, which led to Keys resigning from his role and Gray being sacked. The derogatory messages about Rafiq and Asians in general that Lloyd admitting sending a journalist close to the former Yorkshire player were unacceptable. Why Sir Ian Botham and David Gower are leaving Sky Sports after fifth Bad.". 'They have been part of a team that for me was the best.'. I'm not sorry for me, I'm sorry for Sian Massey. I can stand up and take a beating. Scott Minto has been sacked by Sky Sports as he becomes the latest to fall victim to the broadcaster's on-screen shake-up. If this starts to change that, it would give me some pleasure.". Sky lost one great commentator in Michael Holding earlier this year and now we have lost another in Bumble. Good luck to Sky, Jeff, Merse and the new gang on Soccer Saturday.". The disgraced duo left the broadcaster in infamous circumstances following comments they made in 2011, but what was said? Bobby Bulloch: Football commentator sacked over half-time - Sky Sports 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. 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. A football commentator has been sacked after announcing he was late back on air for the second half after going for a "jobby". Tyldesley's voice has provided the backdrop to historic matches over more than two decades at major international tournaments and the biggest games in club football, including 17 Champions League finals. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Matterface was then was appointed earlier this year to come into the role, starting in time for the new season, which then became delayed due to the coronavirus crisis. 'I would like to wish the staff and teams at Sky all the very best for the forthcoming season - a season which is set to be truly spectacular both in the Premier League and EFL. 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. Manchester United have reached the promised land, Ole Solskjaer, and the two substitutes have scored the two goals in stoppage time and the Treble looms large!'. Betfair, the online betting exchange endorsed by Gray, earlier today condemned the former player's behaviour but said it would not be dropping him from its advertising for now. Sky Sports said it had sacked Gray "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour". She's got that game on merit, she's worked really hard, and it does hurt you. Somebodys f*cked up big., Keys was also found to have made a comment aboutWest Ham United vice-chair Karren Brady's newspaper column, saying:"The game's gone mad. ", Keys attempted to apologise one last time before the end of his final hour-long broadcast, saying, "One last time, sorry.