RIO FERDINAND has revealed that he is “gutted” to be missing Bayern Munich’s clash with Real Madrid.
The Manchester United legend may still watch the game but will not be featured on TNT Sports.
Ferdinand, 45, is a regular on the broadcaster’s coverage of the Champions League.
The retired defender often appears alongside the likes of Jules Breach, Laura Woods and Peter Crouch, so there will be a lineup change tonight.
He confirmed that he will not be on the screen tonight as Real Madrid travel to Germany to take on Bayern due to illness.
However, he admitted that he is aiming to be back on punditry duties on Wednesday night.
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Ferdinand wrote: “Gutted to be missing out tonight… hopefully be back on screen tomorrow!
“Big ❤️ to the @footballontnt team.”
He also pulled out of filming for his Vibe with Five podcast on Monday with the same illness.
Fans commented on the post wishing the former Premier League star well.
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One wrote: “We will miss you.”
A second posted: “Bruno Fernandes will assist you to get back.”
A third added: “Might not watch the game now.”
The match will see Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane face off as they aim to guide their clubs to the Champions League final.
Kane and Bayern reached the semi-finals by beating Arsenal in the previous round.
Bellingham and co defeated Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City via a penalty shootout.
The first leg of the other semi-final will take place tomorrow as Paris Saint-Germain face Borussia Dortmund.
Ferdinand missed a thrilling match as Bayern and Madrid battled to a 2-2 draw, setting up a mouth-watering second leg.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
