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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

CLIVE TYLDESLEY has admitted he “doesn’t know why” he is being axed by ITV after 28 years with the channel.The veteran commentator, 69, will be on the mic for Germany’s round of 16 clash with Denmark this evening.Clive Tyldesley has been working alongside Ally McCoist in GermanyCredit: X / CliveTyldesleyTyldesley, who has been working alongside Ally McCoist at Euro 2024, is then set to leave ITV, after he was told that his contract will not be renewed.Speaking to the Mail, he revealed: “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.”READ MORE EURO 2024 NEWSTyldesley worked as ITV’s lead commentator at five World Cups, five European Championships, nine FA Cup finals and 17 Champions League finals.He was dropped as the channel’s No1 commentator in 2020, replaced by Sam Matterface.The experienced broadcaster continued to work with ITV as their No2, but will now depart.On his exit, he added: “ITV has been very good for me and my career and I’d like to think I have been good for them.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”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.”Clive Tyldesley hilariously commentated on a REPLAY during North Macedonia vs HollandTyldesley believes he is still as good as ever, and has no intention of retiring.He added: “I think I am still at a level where I can commentate as well as I ever did.”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.”Tyldesley is still set to commentate on Champions League matches for American broadcaster CBS Sports.While he has also launched his new “Football Authorities” podcast alongside Martin O’Neill.READ MORE SUN STORIESTyldesley could yet to return to UK broadcasts.He has confirmed that he is open to offers, although nothing has yet been confirmed.Tyldesley, 69, has launched a new podcastCredit: RexBBC 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 Townsend More

MANCHESTER UNITED legend Roy Keane was spotted wearing an ARSENAL shirt while covering Euro 2024 in Germany.Keane, 52, spent 12 years with the Red Devils from 1993 to 2005 and firmly established himself as a fan favourite.Roy Keane was seen wearing an Arsenal shirtCredit: ITVKeane spent 12 years with Man Utd as a player and captained the clubCredit: GettyHe won 17 trophies during his time at Old Trafford, making him one of United’s most decorated players.However, he appeared to briefly change allegiances while out in Germany.Keane was seen wearing an Arsenal shirt when arriving at a studio in Germany, leaving Gunners legend Ian Wright utterly stunned.”It suits you,” Wright said. “Man United fans are gonna do their nut!”Read More on Euro 2024Keane then brandished a matching shirt but with ‘Wright 8’ written on the back.The former Ireland midfielder previously admitted that he hated Arsenal during his playing days.He said: “I had a lot of hatred for Arsenal because they were big rivals.”I can’t think of any other word that springs to mind when when I was going into battle with Arsenal. Hatred was the word.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Usually when you play football one or two players you like but I don’t remember liking anybody at Arsenal.”When I was a player maybe I used that but I used to build myself up to have a hatred and get my body psyched because I knew had to be at my angriest to be at my best against Arsenal.SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlines”I never felt like that against any other team but Arsenal certainly brought out something different in me.”Despite his hatred of Arsenal, Keane has developed a bromance with ex-Gunner Wright.The pair both feature on the Stick to Football podcast and work together for ITV Sport.It is not known why hardman Keane was wearing the Arsenal shirt, but fans speculated online that it was either a forfeit or something to do with his work on the podcast.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

CLIVE TYLDESLEY will commentate on his last ever game for ITV this weekend.The iconic voice of football will bring his 28-year stint with the broadcaster to an end with Denmark vs Germany on Saturday.Clive Tyledesley is leaving ITV SportCredit: RexTyldesley’s wife Susan announced the news on social mediaCredit: X / CliveTyldesleyTyldesley’s wife Susan confirmed he would be leaving ITV on social media today.On X, she posted: “My husband @CliveTyldesley commentates on his last match for ITV, Denmark vs Germany, on Saturday after an incredible 28 years with @itvfootball. I am so proud of him.”Tyldesley, 69, seemed to hint that the decision to move away from ITV was out of his control when speaking to The Athletic about his long-term commentary partnership with Ally McCoist.He said: “I love his company, I love his company on the air, it’s nice when other people enjoy it but it’s not our decision to make”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans have been enjoying his commentary throughout Euro 2024 so far and are particularly fond of his work alongside co-commentator McCoist.Tyldesley has been working with ITV since 1996 and was previously the broadcaster’s lead football commentator.However, he lost that role in 2020 with Sam Matterface taking over from the veteran. Tyldesley made the same point back then that he has now, insisting that it was ITV who had made the decision for him to step back and not him.Most read in FootballTyldesley has worked with ITV for 28 yearsCredit: PAEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSSpeaking after the change in a social media video said he said: “To be clear, this is ITV’s decision – not mine – and I am upset, annoyed, baffled.“I totally respect ITV’s right to change their opinion of me, ITV have been really good for me and yes, I will carry on as their number two commentator.Five reasons for England to be positive after Slovenia drawWho 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.“But, let me make it quite clear – I have not stepped down, I have been moved aside.“I’m just going to miss the England games so much, even more than I’ll miss the Champions League games and that is all.”Now the decision has been made for Tyldesley to leave ITV as a commentator altogether. His final game coming on Saturday means he has already provided the backdrop for his last ever England game, with Southgate’s men next taking to the pitch against Slovakia on Sunday.Fans who will miss his iconic commentary and familiar voice don’t have to worry too much.The smooth talking broadcaster is turning to the world of podcasting with his show The Football Authorities alongside former Aston Villa and Celtic manager Martin O’Neill.Tyldesley’s time with ITV has seen him provide lead commentary for five World Cups, five European Championships, nine FA Cup finals and a whopping 17 Champions League finals.Fans love listening to Tyldesley’s commentary with Ally McCoist on ITVCredit: X / CliveTyldesley More