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FANS have hailed Mark Pougatch’s classy farewell to Clive Tyldesley live on air after the ITV commentator bowed out after nearly three decades.The iconic 69-year-old commentator’s deal with the channel came to an end after 28 years with Germany’s 2-0 win over Denmark yesterday.Clive Tyldesley joined Ally McCoist in the booth to call his last match for ITV last nightCredit: XITV host Mark Pougatch was praised for his classy farewell to the icon live on airCredit: GettyTyldesley shared a clip of himself singing later on after going off air for the last timeCredit: XITV opted not to renew his contract after the last-16 Euros tie but Tyldesley still gave it everything he had on the mic alongside Ally McCoist for the eventful evening at Westfalenstadion.The dramatic game was halted in the first half after thunder and lightning threatened the wellbeing of players while there was also more VAR controversy.The Danes thought they had taken the lead against hosts Germany after a shock Joachim Andersen opener.But the goal was ruled out for a fractional offside for Thomas Delaney in the build-up.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLTheir misery was then compounded immediately afterwards when a penalty was awarded down the other end for an Andersen handball.The handball didn’t look immediately obvious but VAR stepped in and summoned Michael Oliver to the monitor.He then gave a penalty for Germany which Kai Havertz converted to make it 1-0, and Jamal Musiala added Germany’s second late on.After the final whistle, Tydesley got to sum it all up before handing back to the studio for the final.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “Any discussion of this year’s European champions has got to involve Germany, they are a part of this.“They will head to a quarter final against Spain, who knows, maybe Georgia, on the back of this final scoreline in Dortmund – Germany 2 Denmark 0.”TV Legend Clive Tyldesley in position for his last ever commentary gameThen Pougatch took over, saying: “Clive, thank you very much indeed. What a way to go out. It was never going to be quiet.“We will see you very soon and thank you from all of us.”Viewers were moved by the touching exchange and quickly took to X.“A wonderfully professional last few words from Clive Tyldesley tonight, “ posted one fan on X.“Classy from Mark Pougatch on the handover too.“Thanks for the ITV memories, Clive. You legend.”Another viewer wrote: “ITV’s football coverage is now better  than the BBC’s. But will be weaker without Mr Tyldesley.”A third commented: “Hopefully, he’ll be back soon.”A fourth said: “I bet he was hoping for extra time and penalties.”While a fifth added: “A travesty he’s not on the England games anymore.”EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYTyldesley then shared a clip on his own X this morning, of him singing goodbye while holding a guitar next to an ITV producer and McCoist.He captioned that with: “Farewell from the team (him, me and producer Annie Barker), thank you for being (mainly) nice.”Speaking before kick-off, Tyldesley expressed his surprise at the company’s decision not to extend his deal.He said: “I’ve known for five to six weeks. The ITV football editor phoned me to tell me I would be going home after the last 16.“I asked if there would be any other opportunities and he said that ITV would not be offering me another contract and so that will be it after 28 years.“ITV has been very good for me and my career and I’d like to think I have been good for them.It’s a shame it’s coming to an end but it’s a matter of opinion and their opinion is that this is the right call.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I don’t know why they think that. I’ve never fully understood but I have to accept it. I still think my work is strong enough to resonate with old and young.”Tyldesley will continue commentating for American broadcaster CBS Sports on Champions League nights. More

ROY KEANE and the ITV team were interrupted by “Germany fans doing wheelies” during their Euro 2024 coverage last night.The team were bringing fans coverage of Germany’s VAR controversy-filled last-16 win over Denmark when they were drowned out by background noise.ITV’s coverage of Germany vs Denmark was disrupted by ‘Germany fans doing wheelies’Credit: X/itvfootballRoy Keane was drowned out by the noise during his analysisCredit: X/itvfootballHost Mark Pougatch was joined by Keane, Ian Wright and Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou.While ITV’s VAR expert Christina Unkel had also stepped in front of camera to analyse the refereeing performance from the evening.The quintet were trying to dissect the handball decision that led to Germany’s opening goal from the penalty spot when loud noises from behind the studio began to cause disruption.Pougatch was the first to reference the bizarre situation, saying: “I think some of the German fans are doing wheelie’s on the other side of Brandenburg Gate. I think that’s what that noise is.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSITV’s studio overlooks the spectacular Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, which also hosts a Euro 2024 fan park directly behind it.The noise continued behind the broadcast and despite the best efforts of the professional pundits, it was hard to ignore the racket.Keane got the worst of it as he had to start raising his voice just to be heard over the interruption.But he still managed to get his point across that VAR had failed to do its job.Most read in Euro 2024BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendHe said : “I feel for defenders now. I agree with what has been said – I can’t see that as a penalty, I just can’t.”Does every defender have to put their hands behind their back? Then you’re losing your balance!”EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAdding: “That’s not the game we grew up loving!”Fans reacted online to the frustrating background noise.One wrote: “ITV are fighting a losing battle with the sound of cyclists doing wheelies outside the Brandenburg Gate here!”While another added: “I bet ITV regret not using false background now!” Germany vs Denmark clash suspended as LIGHTNING interrupts Euro 2024 last 16 tieAnd a third joked: “It sounds like someone at ITV has slapped on Vincent Price Sound Effects Vol 4!”Fortunately the distraction ultimately stopped, allowing ITV to continue with their broadcast.But it wasn’t the only disruption that happened on the night.The game itself was brought to a temporary stop due to a thunderstorm at the BVB Stadion in Dortmund.Referee Michael Oliver was forced to bring the game to a halt in the 36th minute after it was deemed unsafe to continue playing.Fans could be seen dancing in the rain while they waited for the game to resume.Some 24 minutes later and proceedings were back underway.Germany wound up 2-0 winners by the end of the Euros classic and will progress to the quarter-finals – sending Denmark packing.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe hosts will have to wait to discover their opponents in the next round with Julian Nagelsmann’s side set to face the winner of Spain vs Georgia.Spain and Georgia go head to head at 8pm tonight in Cologne.A thunderstorm delayed Germany vs DenmarkCredit: RexReferee Michael Oliver had to take the players off the pitchCredit: ReutersDenmark players took shelter under the dugoutCredit: GettyFans braved the conditions and danced in the downpourCredit: Reuters More

CLIVE TYLDESLEY was left fuming “it’s orange juice time” as the commentator bowed out of ITV with a memorable rant.The iconic broadcaster, 69, saw his role on the channel come to an end after 28 years with Germany’s 2-0 win over Denmark.Clive Tyldesley is making a shock exit from ITV commentary dutiesCredit: X/ CliveTyldesleyThe last-16 clash was halted by thunder and lightningTyldesley’s final game was the most dramatic of affairsCredit: ITVITV made the decision not to renew his contract after the last-16 Euros tie.But Tyldesley gave it his all as he was joined by Ally McCoist for an eventful evening at Borussia Dortmund’s Westfalenstadion.A dramatic game was halted in the first half after thunder and lightning threatened the wellbeing of players.Rain also poured over fans before the game restarted.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Germany were given a fright moments into the second half as Denmark fired themselves ahead.However, VAR intervened and ruled out Joachim Andersen’s effort for offside.The automated graphic showed that he was literally offside by a toe, infuriating fans.And things got worse for the Crystal Palace defender when, not long after, he gave away a penalty for a harsh handball.Most read in FootballEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAndersen was just inches away from the ball as it was blasted at his arm, leaving McCoist enraged as Kai Havertz slotted home the spot-kick.And Tyldesley also laid into the decision with a brilliant rant about orange juice on his final ITV outing.Iconic commentator Clive Tyldesley reflects on his TV careerHe declared: “The handball rule should be written for the whole game, not for VAR.“Don’t force a schoolteacher to tell a nine-year-old boy or girl that their body silhouette was unnatural.“There’s no snickometer on the playing field. It’s orange juice time. Rip it up and start again.”Germany put the game to bed soon after the controversial penalty with a fine strike from Jamal Musiala.And the 2-0 result marked the end of Tyldesley’s near-three decade career on ITV.Speaking before kick-off, he expressed his surprise at the company’s decision not to extend his deal.He said: “I’ve known for five to six weeks.”The ITV football editor phoned me to tell me I would be going home after the last 16.”I asked if there would be any other opportunities and he said that ITV would not be offering me another contract and so that will be it after 28 years.”ITV has been very good for me and my career and I’d like to think I have been good for them.”It’s a shame it’s coming to an end but it’s a matter of opinion and their opinion is that this is the right call.”I don’t know why they think that. I’ve never fully understood but I have to accept it. I still think my work is strong enough to resonate with old and young.”Who is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.Tyldesley will continue commentating for American broadcaster CBS Sports on Champions League nights.He added: “I think I am still at a level where I can commentate as well as I ever did.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I am conscious that that won’t last for ever. For personal pride and vanity I don’t want my levels to slip. If and when that happens I hope I’ll be first to see it and react accordingly but I think I can still do it.”I don’t wasn’t to use the word frustration, because I’m not particularly frustrated but this was not my decision.”The legendary commentator, pictured here with Glenn Hoddle, has been gracing our screens for almost 30 yearsCredit: ITVEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More