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      Are there FA Cup replays in the fourth round? Extra-time and penalties rules explained

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      THE FA Cup fourth round is underway with some huge ties taking place.And Football’s oldest competition is taking a slightly different look this season.All eyes are on the iconic FA Cup as the fourth round beginsLast term, Manchester United stunned neighbours Manchester City to win the trophy with a 2-1 victory at Wembley in May.Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo scored the goals as the red half of Manchester went wild in the capital.The win kept Erik ten Hag in a job for a few more months before he was sacked in October.However, in this season’s FA Cup, there is a major change which was already kicked off from the first round proper.Manchester United are the current holdersCredit: RexAre there replays in the FA Cup fourth round?From this season, there will not be replays in the FA Cup fourth round.Instead, the games that are level after 90 minutes will straight head into extra-time and then potentially penalties.This has been the case from the first round proper this season.FA chiefs agreed extra payments to compensate clubs for the abolition of all replays.Most read in FA CupAll 32 teams eliminated at the last 64 stage will be paid £25,000 from Wembley funds, with the winners each receiving £115,000.What FA Cup fourth round games are on TV?Friday, February 7Manchester United vs Leicester City – 8pm – ITV1 / ITVXSaturday, February 8Leyton Orient vs Man City – 12.15pm – BBC1 / iPlayerLeeds United vs Millwall – 12.15pm – not televisedCoventry City vs Ipswich Town – 3pm – not televisedPreston North End vs Wycombe Wanderers – 3pm – not televisedStoke City vs Cardiff City – 3pm – not televisedSouthampton vs Burnley – 3pm – not televisedEverton vs Bournemouth – 3pm – not televisedWigan Athletic vs Fulham – 3pm – not televisedBirmingham City vs Newcastle United – 5.45pm – BBC1 / iPlayerBrighton & Hove Albion vs Chelsea – 8pm – ITV4 / ITVXSunday, February 9Blackburn Rovers vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – 12.30pm – BBC Red Button / iPlayerPlymouth Argyle vs Liverpool – 3pm – ITV1 / ITVXAston Villa vs Tottenham Hotspur – 5.35pm – BBC1 / iPlayerMonday, February 10Doncaster Rovers vs Crystal Palace – 7.45pm – BBC Red Button / PlayerREAD MORE SUN STORIESTuesday, February 11Exeter City vs Nottingham Forest – 8pm – ITV1 / ITVX More

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      Jermaine Jenas will RETURN to talkSPORT in just days – after being sacked by BBC for ‘inappropriate texts’

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      JERMAINE Jenas will return to talkSPORT in a matter of days – just months after being sacked by the BBC.The former One Show host was dropped in August last year amid allegations of workplace misconduct.Jermaine Jenas is due to return to broadcasting at the weekendCredit: AlamyJenas on talkSPORT the day he was sacked from the BBCCredit: TalkSportJenas spoke exclusively to the Sun about the scandal in AugustCredit: Andrew StyczynskiOn the same day it was confirmed he had lost his £190k-a-year Beeb job, Jenas, 41, anchored talkSPORT’s drive time show – and is due to return to the radio station for the first time over the weekend.The ex-England and Premier League midfielder is pencilled in to form part of the commentary team for the Aston Villa vs Tottenham match. Bosses at talkSPORT were made aware of his BBC sacking moments before he went on air in the summer.It later emerged he had been dismissed after sending explicit texts to two female colleagues.READ MORE ABOUT JENASIt came after the broadcaster had issued reformed workplace culture guidelines in light of the Strictly Come Dancing and Huw Edwards scandals.Jenas made an initial return to broadcasting in October – at the Emirates stadium covering Arsenal v Liverpool for an overseas network which was not shown on British airwaves.JENAS HAS HIS SAYSpeaking to the Sun at the time of his sacking, Jenas apologised to his wife but denied being a sex pest.He insisted he had done nothing illegal but said he was sorry if he made the women involved uncomfortable. Most read in FootballSpeaking less than 24 hours after The Sun revealed he had been fired from Match of the Day and The One Show following the complaints, Jenas said: “I am ashamed, and I am deeply sorry.He was sacked in an excruciating online meeting with HR and senior corporation execs, including being shown a string of X-rated messages he’d sent.Jermaine Jenas hints at next job as he teases ‘exciting stuff’ he has been working on after BBC axingHe told the Sun: “I am ashamed, and I am deeply sorry.”I have let myself down, my family, friends and colleagues down, and I owe everyone an apology — especially the women with whom I was messaging. I am so, so sorry.“I am sorry for what I have put them through.“I think it would be fair to say I have a problem. I know I self- sabotage and have a self-destructive streak when it comes to my relationship especially, and I know I need help. And I am getting help.“I have made a lot of mistakes, and I am asking myself a lot of questions at the moment. I know there’s a lot of work that needs to be done, and it will be hard.“Before any of this became ­public, I saw my private doctor and after a long discussion, booked in for therapy to try and address these issues, where they stem from, and why I have been doing this and hurting the people I love.“I’m not proud of what I wrote and what I said. And I do consider it cheating, yes, although nothing physical ever happened.“This is all on me and I fully accept there is a level of responsibility that needs to be upheld when you’re a member of the BBC.“And I fell below those standards. I must take the responsibility.“I was given an incredible opportunity and I know it’s on me that right now I feel I have lost everything. I feel like people are judging me and that I am the number one target right now in the country.”Jenas – who had previously been tipped to replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host – revealed he was sacked by the BBC five days after the initial HR consultation process began.The BBC’s Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski informed all staff of the former Spurs star’s sudden dismissal only after The Sun had broken the story online.Jenas insisted he thought this “says everything about the BBC’s handling of it all really”.While former colleagues, both on and off screen, had been advised not to contact him due to the legal situation, he says several well-known faces and production staff have offered their support.Jenas said he knows one of the women involved through work and she gave him her mobile number at a boozy work event.They then “frantically” sexted over 24 hours but he claims it ended amicably.Speaking at the West Lodge Park hotel in North London, Jenas denied sending any sexual pictures or videos.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “That was not the case.”After being told of the allegations against him, Jenas lied to his wife Ellie in a desperate bid to stall and “find a way out of this mess”. More

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      Roman Abramovich denies owing UK £1billion over tax dodge ‘that helped fund Chelsea’

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      FORMER Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has denied allegations he knowingly owes the UK up to £1billion in unpaid tax.The Russian oligarch had been accused of using the money as part of a botched tax dodge to help fund his purchase of the Premier League club in 2003.Roman Abramovich bought Chelsea in 2003Credit: GettyHe denies having any knowledge or being personally responsible for any unpaid tax.The BBC and Bureau of Investigative Journalism claimed leaked documents show hedge fund investments worth £4.7billion were managed in the UK, despite being routed through firms in the British Virgin Islands.They claimed the money can reportedly be traced back to funding Abramovich used to buy Chelsea.But the oligarch’s lawyers said he “always obtained independent expert professional tax and legal advice” and “acted in accordance with that advice”.READ MORE SPORT NEWSRapper Central Cee is lost for words when Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella serenades him ON THE BRINKChelsea are close to escaping a points deduction for payments during Abramovich’s ownership, it is claimed.The Stamford Bridge club paid an £8.6m fine to Uefa in 2023 when they confessed to the illegal payments made to agents and players.Chelsea were under legal obligation to own up to the breaches, with Prem legal chiefs investigating the matter for 18 months.But it has emerged that the Blues are now negotiating a financial settlement with Prem legal beaks.Most read in FootballThis would allow them to avoid a points deduction.Last year it was claimed Chelsea were days from going out of business before Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital bought the club from Abromovich in 2022.The oligarch was sanctioned by the UK over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, meaning he was forced to relinquish control of the club.Joe Ravitch, the banker who oversaw the complex sale of the club to Boehly and Clearlake, claimed there would have been “catastrophic consequences” had the deal not gone through when it did.Ravitch, an American merchant banker who also worked on Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s investment in Manchester United, revealed Chelsea were on the brink of liquidation before the £4.25billion deal was finally approved. More

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      New Match of the Day host Mark Chapman, 51, ‘goes house-hunting’ with girlfriend, 43, five years after being widowed

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      NEW Match of the Day host Mark Chapman smiles as he appears to go house-hunting with his girlfriend.Chappers, 51, was seen looking in estate agents’ windows in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, with Clere Collier, 43.New Match of the Day host Mark Chapman appeared to go house-hunting with his girlfriend Clere CollierCredit: BackGridChapman window shopping in ManchesterCredit: BackGridPals say he has found happiness with Clere, five years on from being widowed.Blonde Clere regularly posts loved-up snaps of them together on social media and their relationship is flourishing.In October last year, when Mark celebrated his 51st birthday, Clere gushed over her man on Instagram, calling him “my one love”.Posting an image of the couple together as they went on a country walk, she wrote: “Happy birthday to this one. My one love.READ MORE ON MARK CHAPMAN“So proud of all you do, the biggest heart, the kindest soul, the leader of our pack and not to mention devilishly handsome. I love you, happy 51.”Last week the BBC announced Mark as the next MOTD presenter alongside Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan.The trio will replace footie legend Gary Lineker, 64, who leaves at the end of the season.Chapman is already one of the BBC’s hardest working presenters, currently hosting Match of the Day 2 as well as fronting a range of programmes on Radio 5 Live.Most read in FootballHe also hosts the BBC’s Champions League highlights and fronts Sky Sports’ Carabao Cup coverage.Wayne Rooney Eyes Pundit Spot on BBC’s Match of the DayA covered up Mark eyeing up a new homeCredit: BackGridKelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan have been announced as new Match of the Day presentersCredit: PAPals say Chapman has found happiness with her five years on from being widowedCredit: BackGridMark’s wife Sara dies aged 44 after a long illnessCredit: Twitter More

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      ‘Cry me a river’ – Match of the Day pundit Ashley Williams cheekily trolled after getting Arsenal ace’s name wrong TWICE

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      ASHLEY WILLIAMS was cheekily pulled up after getting Jurrien Timber’s name wrong TWICE on Match of the Day.Williams, 40, was appearing on Saturday night’s show, which featured highlights of Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Aston Villa.Ashley Williams was trolled after mistakenly referring to Jurrien Timber as JustinCredit: BBCWilliams was highlighting why Timber and Thomas Partey had cost Arsenal against Aston VillaCredit: BBCBut viewers at home wondered why he had not been pulled up on itCredit: BBCHowever, while analysing the game, fans noticed a slight error made by the former defender.The Welshman was heard accidentally referring to Gunners star Timber as “Justin” – possibly in a mix-up caused by pop star Justin Timberlake.Viewers were left doing a double-take as Williams then made the same mistake again moments later.And fans couldn’t help but poke fun at the former Swansea and Everton star.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTaking to social media, one fan said: “Can someone tell Ashley Williams that Arsenal’s Timber is called Jurrien, not Justin?”A second said: “Justin Timber…(lake)”A third, referencing the hit song by Timberlake, added: “Justin Timber?! Cry me a river, Ashley Williams.”Another said: “Justin Timber you know.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWilliams’ analysis of the Dutchman came as he explained why he and Thomas Partey playing at right-back in the absence of William Saliba cost Arsenal from the defensive point of view.Arsenal had taken a 2-0 lead with goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz but were forced to settle for a draw after goals from Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins.Lone sad Arsenal fan being asked to leave by securityWilliams explained that the makeshift right side of the defence left them exposed down that flank, leading to the first Villa goal.Partey was then highlighted as he left Watkins unmarked for him to volley home the equaliser.With Liverpool enjoying a late comeback against Brentford through Darwin Nunez, Mikel Arteta’s side have now fallen six points behind the league leaders, who still have a game in hand.Arsenal host Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League next before travelling to Wolves next weekend.Arsenal ratings vs Aston VillaArsenal’s title hopes took a huge hit as they threw away a two-goal lead against Aston VillaLeandro Trossard turned provider for the Gunners to set up both goals as it looked like they would cruise to three points.But defensive lapses from two stars cost Arteta’s side dearly.Here is how SunSport’s Jordan Davies rated the players…DAVID RAYA – 6/10Let down by those in front of him for both goals, a duo of close range efforts he had no chance with.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY – 8With performances like this, he is suddenly the first name on the team sheet for Arteta. So calm and composed for someone so young, and his strength against bigger opposition is scary at times.GABRIEL – 7Made a crucial tackle one-on-one with Watkins and another block from a speedy counterJURRIEN TIMBER – 7Alert to foil counters against the pace of Watkins and coped well in general. It is not his fault that he doesn’t have the defensive presence of Saliba.THOMAS PARTEY – 6A great stint at right back but one lapse in concentration cost Arsenal the lead, losing track of Watkins in the box before he volleyed in.MIKEL MERINO – 6A workman-like performance – won his duels and worked his socks off, but the small details were missing, shanking a good chance well wide in the first half.He then lost his marker to allow Tielemans to head in and make it 2-1. Could have won it at the end with a scuffed effort in off Havertz that VAR chalked off and smacked the post too.DECLAN RICE – 7Integral to everything good about Arsenal and came close with a long-range punt in the second half.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 6A solid display but he is really missing his partner in crime in Saka. He created as much as he could but sometimes needs to be more selfish to drag his team over the line.LEANDRO TROSSARD – 8Deflected effort was comfortable for Martinez but his superb cross made life much harder for the Villa keeper to tee up Martinelli for the opener before blazing over himself.The Belgian racked up his fifth Prem assist of the season in the second half for Havertz.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 8Threatened at the far post early on, but got his rewards from the same position in the 35th minute with a stabbed effort ahead of Maatsen.KAI HAVERTZ – 8Again, lack of decent service left him living off scraps, but when he got a scrap he fired an effort straight at Martinez from close range.The German more than made up for it after the break with a clinical finish, even if Martinez should have done better. That will do wonders for his confidence.SUBS:RAHEEM STERLING (MARTINELLI, 82) – 6A few darting runs, but added virtually nothing, other than a needless yellow card. A cameo that screamed “lacking confidence”. More

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      Kelly Cates’ future at Sky Sports confirmed after Liverpool icon’s daughter confirmed as BBC MOTD host

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      KELLY CATES’ future at Sky Sports has been confirmed after landing a host role at Match of the Day,The presenter will be on the iconic BBC football highlights show as one of the three people replacing Gary Lineker.Kelly Cates will be one of the new Match of the Day hostsCredit: GettyShe will share the role with Mark Chapman and Gabby LoganCredit: PACates, 49, along with Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will front the show from next season.Her popularity with fans has risen during her stint at Sky Sports.It had been suggested that her time at the broadcaster could end with her new obligation to MOTD.However, it has been confirmed that Cates will continue to anchor Sky Sports’ live coverage of the Premier League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe will continue in this role on the days that she is not on duty with the BBC.Speaking about taking the role, Cates insisted that she “can’t wait” to get going.She said: “We are all friends and we’ve known each other for a long time and that’s a really lovely part of it.”Not only is it a great role just on its own but I’m sharing it with two people I really admire, respect and genuinely like. It’s a great set-up.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”It’s something that’s so well-loved and so well-respected you don’t want to be the person that goes in and breaks that.”I’m just very excited, I can’t wait to get started.Gary Lineker ‘turns into Barry White’ as BBC viewers left stunned by sound of MOTD host’s voiceGary Lineker will step down as MOTD host at the end of the seasonCredit: Reuters”I keep thinking about that moment I’ll be sitting in the chair and the music starts, and I can’t wait for it to happen.”Cates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented the fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports, her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.Meanwhile, Chapman is already working on MOTD and opened the show with a cheeky one-liner on Wednesday night.Earlier this season Lieneker confirmed that he will be stepping down at the end of the campaign.He will continue to present live FA Cup action next season, before hanging up his BBC mic after the 2026 World Cup.Who are the new Match of the Day hosts?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night.He also landed the hosting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.Though not a former player, Chappers has shown his quality as a presenter and will be an able replacement.GABBY LOGANLogan – who at 51 is the same age as Chapman – is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.A vastly-experienced broadcaster, presenter and host, Logan seems to have done it all to cover sport for BBC TV – doing everything from Sports Personality of the Year to the Olympics, including Paris 2024.She joined Lineker, Scott and Chapman as Euros presenters and is now on the BBC and Amazon Prime teams for the 2024-25 Champions League.Logan joined the BBC in 2007 and was the main face of Final Score from 2009 to 2013.KELLY CATESCates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host a midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport, mostly on Tuesdays, while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.The daughter of Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish became a TV presenter at Sky Sports, working on several Premier League shows including Friday Night Live and Super Sunday, which she appeared on for the Manchester Derby today. More

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      Mark Chapman opens Match of the Day with cheeky one-liner as he is confirmed as one of Gary Lineker’s three successors

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      MARK CHAPMAN opened last night’s Match of the Day with a cheeky one-liner.The popular host, 51, was yesterday confirmed as one of three presenters that will replace Gary Lineker on MOTD next season.Mark Chapman is one of three new Match of the Day presentersCredit: BBCChapman’s comment had Alan Shearer and Micah Richards in stitchesCredit: BBCChapman will assume hosting duties on rotation with fellow BBC stalwart Gabby Logan and current Sky Sports anchor Kelly Cates.On last night’s mid-week Match of the Day, Chapman stepped in for Lineker, presenting the show alongside regular pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards.Opening the show, he said: “Evening. Thought I’d get the practise in.”After being introduced, Shearer joked: “You haven’t wasted any time, have you?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGrinning, Richards added: “The ink’s not even dry Alan!”Shearer, 54, continued: “You’re six months too early!”As Richards and Shearer giggled, Chapman responded, with a smile: “It’s going to be a long night!”At the end of the show, Chapman had a quip of his own for the pundits.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYChapman, 51, is set to rotate with Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan as MOTD host next seasonCredit: PAHe said: “That is it. Not bad from you two. A few little improvements and myself, Kelly and Gabby might keep you on. Good night!”Lineker has been Match of the Day’s primary presenter since 1999.Gary Lineker ‘turns into Barry White’ as BBC viewers left stunned by sound of MOTD host’s voiceEarlier this season he confirmed that he will be stepping down at the end of the campaign.He will continue to present live FA Cup action next season, before hanging up his BBC mic after the 2026 World Cup.Explaining his decision on The Rest Is Football podcast, Lineker said: “I feel this is now the right time (to leave).”I think the next contract they’re looking to do Match of the Day slightly differently, so I think it makes sense for someone else to take the helm.”Gary Lineker is set to step down as MOTD hostCredit: PA More

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      How Mark Chapman overcame heartbreaking tragedy as telly favourite is named official Match of the Day host

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      MARK Chapman overcame heartbreaking tragedy before he was named as host of Match of the Day.It was confirmed today Chapman, 51, will share presenting duties with Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan next season.Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Kelly Cates will host Match Of The DayCredit: PAThe BBC Sport presenter sadly lost his wife Sara in 2020Credit: TwitterThe BBC broadcaster is dating Dubai-based estate agent Clere CollierCredit: X @ClereCollierGary Lineker will step down as Match of the Day host at the end of the seasonCredit: ReutersGary Lineker is stepping down as host of the Saturday night show at the end of the season.Chapman has been broadcasting for more than 25 years and presents BBC’s Match Of The Day 2 covering the action and reaction from the Premier League.He said: “I know the history of a lot of radio programmes and TV programmes and I do feel honoured to be following in the footsteps of the people that we are following in and respectful of what they have done.”But the BBC Sport presenter sadly lost his wife Sara in 2020.Read more Sports NewsThey married in 2001 and had three children together.Mark is a very private person but previously said of his family: “I know my family are very proud of me but I don’t look at what I do as being anything particularly special.”I’ve got a great job and it’s so much fun but I don’t go in for any of that celebrity-nonsense.”I’d much prefer a pint at The Railway any day.”Most read in FootballSara passed away on June 3, 2020, after battling cancer.A source told The Sun: “Sadly Sara passed away on June 3. Mark and the kids are absolutely devastated.Gary Lineker will stop presenting Match of the Day the end of this season at and will quit Beeb by 2027″The family was there and it’s just a really sad situation.”Yet Chapman found new love with partner Clere Collier.He has been dating Clere since the start of last year with the pair regularly posting loved-up snaps on social media together.Divorcee Clere is a Dubai-based estate agent who runs an international property empire and splits her time between the UK and the UAE.Despite the challenge of living on different continents, Clere and Chapman have found ways to see each other.Chapman jetted out to Dubai for an Easter break last year.While mother-of-two Clere is regularly visiting Chapman in Manchester, where the BBC star lives.Who are the three new hosts?NEW Match Of The Day hosts Mark Chapman, Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan have years of experience in sports broadcasting and few controversial moments between them.Former England and Leicester City striker Gary Lineker will leave the role, which he has held since 1999, at the end of the current season.Here is a look at those taking over:Kelly CatesCates has been a mainstay on Sky Sports, where she fronts its football coverage, having rejoined the channel in 2016.The Glasgow-born presenter, whose father, Sir Kenny Dalglish, played for and managed Liverpool, was part of the BBC’s Olympic coverage, and is also a BBC Radio 5 Live reporter.She previously fronted highlights programme Football On 5, which was retitled Football League Tonight, and has been hosting the Premier League’s weekly The Kelly And Wrighty Show with footballer Ian Wright and the Sky Bet Not Just Football podcast with Christine Lampard and Hayley McQueen.Cates has experience in a variety of other broadcasting roles, including presenting for Setanta Sports and ESPN, reporting for ITV at the 2010 World Cup and being part of Channel 4’s 2012 Paralympics coverage.She has previously spoken about sexism in football, after then-Sky Sports presenters Andy Gray and Richard Keys claimed female officials “don’t know the offside rule”.She posted on X, formerly Twitter: “Just read about something called ‘the offside rule’. Too much for my tiny brain. Must be damaged from nail polish fumes.”She was also at the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, when she was 13, and spoke in a 2017 documentary, Kenny, about her father having difficulties addressing his grief over the tragedy, in which 97 people died.Mark Chapman”Chappers” has been the permanent presenter of Match Of The Day 2, which shows highlights of Premier League action on Sunday evenings, since 2013.He is also a key part of the BBC’s coverage of football on radio, presenting Sports Report on 5 Live and the Monday Night Club on the same station, as well as their wider sports broadcasting including the Paris Olympics this year.Chapman backed Lineker during his impartiality row with the BBC after the former footballer was taken off air for a tweet comparing the language used to launch a new government asylum seeker policy to that of 1930s Germany.He was among the staff who walked out of sports shows over the incident in 2023, before the broadcaster apologised and reinstated Lineker as host of MOTD, and Chapman returned to his job.In 2024, Chapman and Logan began hosting Global Player’s The News Agents spin-off podcast, titled The Sports Agents, which features sports coverage and interviews.Gabby LoganLogan joined Sky Sports as a presenter after university, before working at ITV and then leaving to present Inside Sport at the BBC after being sidelined by ITV Sport bosses during the World Cup.The former gymnast has previously presented MOTD in Lineker’s absence on many occasions, while she also fronted the BBC’s coverage as the Lionesses stormed to glory in the Women’s Euros in 2023.The multiple winner of Sports Presenter of the Year has also been involved in the BBC’s coverage of Six Nations rugby, and the last four summer Olympic Games, as well as co-presenting BBC Sports Personality of the Year.Logan has also been outspoken, telling the Radio Times in 2013 that she was once rebuked by a BBC boss for looking “too glamorous” after he spotted her in high-heeled boots.Outside the BBC, where the salaries list for the 2022/23 financial year showed she earned £240,000-£244,999, she has also featured on Prime Video’s Every Game Every Goal as well as her podcast with Chapman.Logan, who is married to ex-Scotland rugby player Kenny Logan, has previously told BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs that, when she first started out as a broadcaster, she spent time proving “people wrong” who looked down on her for being a woman presenting sport.Her younger brother Daniel died while playing football with their father, former Welsh footballer Terry Yorath, in their garden.It was later found that Daniel had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a condition which affects the heart’s ability to pump blood around the body.At the age of 12, Logan had been watching her father play for Bradford City on the day in May 1985 when 56 people were killed in a fire at the Valley Parade stadium. Her mother had left early.She told the Telegraph: “Ever since then, whenever there’s a disaster you think about the decisions that people make within those moments.” More