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      ITV snap up daughter of Sir Alex Ferguson’s right-hand-man as stunning commentator joins Euro 2024 coverage

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      ITV’S latest addition to their Euro 2024 coverage is the daughter of a former Manchester United assistant manager.Pien Meulensteen, daughter of Sir Alex Ferguson’s former right-hand-man Rene, will be part of ITV’s commentary team out in Germany this summer.Pien Meulensteen will be part of ITV’s coverage of Euro 2024Credit: instagram @pienmeulensteenPien graduated university with first class honours in broadcast journalismCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenThe 27-year-old was announced as part of ITV’s broadcasting team for the highly anticipated tournament.She will join Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson and Joe Speight as the lead commentators live from the stadiums.Pien is no stranger to getting behind the mic with the Dutch-born journalist working for Sky Sports, DAZN, Amazon Prime and the Premier League in the past.Growing up in England to Dutch parents means Pien is able to speak fluently in both English and Dutch.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe impressive talent has allowed her to work for Dutch broadcaster Ziggo Sport in the past too.This summer won’t be her first major tournament either, as she worked for the BBC in Qatar during the 2022 World Cup.Pien studied broadcast journalism at Salford University and graduated with first class honours.Her incredible rise was recognised last year when she was named as the “One to Watch” at the 2023 Sports Journalism Awards.Most read in FootballBBC 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 Chapman
      ITV 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 McFadden
      ITV pundits:
      Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
      BBC commentators:
      Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
      ITV commentators:
      Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
      BBC co-commentators:
      Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
      ITV co-commentators:
      Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend

      Football has always been in her blood thanks to her coaching icon father Rene Meulensteen.Rene had two spells as a coach at Manchester United, initially working as the reserve team manager between 2001 and 2006.Meet the ten Wags ready to stun at Euro 2024He later became Sir Alex Ferguson’s assistant manager, a position he held for five years from 2008 until 2013 when Fergie retired.During that period he helped the Red Devils achieve eight major trophies, including four Premier League titles and one Champions League.After leaving the club he tried his hand at management himself with brief spells as the boss at Fulham, Maccabi Haifa and Anzhi Makhachkala.He is now the assistant manager for the Australian national team where he has been assistant to Graham Arnold since 2018.TAKE A PEEK INTO PIEN MEULENSTEEN’S LIFE IN BROADCASTING…Pien has previously worked for Sky SportsCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe was named as the ‘One to Watch’ at the 2023 Sports Journalism AwardsCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe has covered Premier League, World Cup, WSL and European footballCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien’s father is Rene MeulensteenCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenRene Meulensteen was assistant manager to Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe now works as an assistant for the Australian national teamCredit: ReutersPien is a rising star in the world of sports broadcastingCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe also boasts an impressive social media following with over 22,000 followersCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien was born in the Netherland, but raised in the UKCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenShe documents her life on social mediaCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien works as a commentator and a reporterCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteen More

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      Who are the ITV Euro 2024 pundits?

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE and his brave lions are gearing up to go one better this summer after their Euro 2020 heartbreak at Wembley.England lost out on penalties in the Covid delayed tournament three years ago, but go into this summer’s competition in Germany amongst the favourites.England are heading to Germany for Euro 2024Credit: GettyGareth Southgate will be hoping his side can finally get over the lineCredit: GettySouthgate has led his squad to a final, a semi-final and a quarter-final in the three major tournaments he has taken charge of since 2018.But his star-studded squad with inform stars like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice will give him confidence of finally getting over the line this time round.His team isn’t the only set of stars that will be out in Germany though.ITV Sport, who will be sharing the coverage rights with the BBC for the competition, are taking a number of big names to the continent to bring fans the best broadcast possible during the tournament.A lineup that features broadcasting legends and former international football stars will be on screen for those fans watching on from their sofa to enjoy.Here’s who will be representing ITV for the highly anticipated tournament…Mark PougatchA familiar face for those who have watched England coverage on ITV before, Pougatch has plenty of experience in front of the camera.The 56-year-old host is ITV Sport’s chief sports presenter and has headed up broadcasts of huge events throughout his career that stems back to 1992.Most read in FootballLaura Woods Woods has become one of the most popular presenters in the land with the star often the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage.Woods, 36, was part of ITV’s team for the 2022 World Cup and is an avid Arsenal fan.Laura Woods will head up some of the coverage for ITV SportCredit: GettyRoy KeaneKnown for his strong opinions off the pitch and his hard man persona on it, Roy Keane is one of the most popular figures in football punditry.The former Manchester United star made 67 international appearances for the Republic of Ireland and was the assistant manager of the national side between 2013 and 2018.Ian WrightAn Arsenal legend and an icon of football punditry too.The 33-time England international has just retired from a long stint on Match of the Day – fighting back tears in an emotional farewell – and will be swapping over to ITV for the Euros this summer.Full list of BBC Presenters and Pundits
      Presenters – Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods.
      Pundits – Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglu, Danny Rohl, Christina Unkel.
      Co-commentary – Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist, Andros Townsend.
      Commentary – Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesly, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen, Joe Speit.

      Gary NevilleNormally the face of Sky Sports’ Premier League coverage, Neville will be joining fellow Stick to Football podcasters Wright and Keane on ITV.Neville, 49, represented the Three Lions 85 times across five major tournaments as part of a golden generation that failed to end England’s many years of hurt.Gary Neville will be part of the ITV team in GermanyCredit: GettyAnge PostecogluFresh off finishing fifth in the Premier League with Tottenham, the Australian has signed himself up for a busy summer in Germany.He has become a hugely popular figure for his dry humour, straight talking and witty press conferences and should be a natural in the studio.Graeme SounessSouness left fans’ screens last season when he called an end to his time at Sky Sports, but he will be making a sensational return to join ITV for the European Championships in Germany.The former Scotland international, 70, will restart life on screen with Scotland v Germany on June 14.Lee DixonDixon is a veteran of ITV’s coverage and will be on co-commentary duty throughout the tournament. The former Arsenal man won four league titles, two FA Cups and the Cup Winners’ Cup in 616 matches for the Gunners.Ally McCoistThe Scot has become a favourite on co-commentary duties during Champions League coverage for TNT Sports and Premier League coverage for Amazon – as well as his hosting on TalkSPORT.McCoist has previously appeared as a pundit for ITV but will be on co-comms in Germany.ITV’s televised group games
      June 14 – Germany v Scotland, 8pm
      June 15 – Hungary v Switzerland, 2pm
      June 15 – Spain v Croatia, 5pm
      June 16 – Slovenia v Denmark, 5pm
      June 17 -Belgium v Slovakia, 5pm
      June 17 – Austria v France, 8pm
      June 19 – Croatia v Albania, 2pm
      June 20 – Slovenia v Serbia, 2pm
      June 20 – Spain v Italy, 8pm
      June 21 – Poland v Austria, 5pm
      June 22 – Turkey v Portugal, 5pm
      June 22 – Belgium v Romania, 8pm
      June 25 -England v Slovenia, 8pm
      June 25 – Denmark v Serbia, 8pm
      June 26 -Georgia v Portugal, 8pm
      June 26 -Czech Republic v Turkey, 8pm

      Andros Townsend The winger has just suffered relegation heartbreak with Luton Town but will have to cast that aside.He has regularly covered England for a variety of broadcasters in recent months.Danny RohlThe Sheffield Wednesday manager is the only German pundit on either ITV or BBC.Rohl,35, is the youngest manager in the Football League and is seen as one of the brightest minds of the next generation of coaches – he secured the Owls from relegation.Karen CarneyFew people are more qualified to talk about England than Karen Carney with the former Arsenal and Chelsea star racking up an astounding 144 caps for the England Women’s team.The 36-year-old only retired in 2019 and has been a leading pundit across ITV, Sky Sports and CBS ever since.Eni AlukoAluko, 37, managed to breach 100 appearances for the England Women’s team during her career.Now fans will know her best for her punditry as a regular on ITV.READ MORE SUN STORIESChristina UnkelThe American will be a refereeing analyst for the channel, a role formerly filled by Mark Clattenburg.Unkel, 37, is a regular on the popular CBS Champions League show alongside Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher, where she acts in the same role. More

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      Ange Postecoglou closing in on second job as Tottenham boss set for busy summer alongside pre-season planning

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      TOTTENHAM boss Ange Postecoglou is set to land a new job for the summer, according to reports.The Aussie led Spurs to a fifth place finish in the Premier League during his first campaign in charge of the club.Ange Postecoglou is set to appear on TV screens during the EurosCredit: RexTottenham are currently Down Under to play a post-season friendly against Newcastle tomorrow.And Postecoglou will not have much time off this summer as he is set to appear as a Euro 2024 pundit.Both the BBC and ITV are interested in snapping him up for the major tournament.And the Mail claim ITV are currently leading the two-way battle.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPostecoglou’s busy summer could see him work as a pundit, assist with Spurs’ transfer business and be in charge of the club’s pre-season training.The Beeb and ITV will officially unveil their punditry teams for the Euros soon.Host nation Germany kick-off the tournament against Scotland on June 14.Meanwhile, both broadcasters have supposedly been snubbed by Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe German has opted for a break over appearing on screens after his emotional Anfield farewell.David Moyes, who has left West Ham after nearly five years in charge, will work with talkSPORT during the Euros alongside Everton ace Ashley Young.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000Punditry legend Graeme Souness is set to return to TV screens with ITV.And Wayne Rooney has been tipped to join the BBC. More

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      Tyson Fury REFUSES to face Oleksandr Usyk in head-to-head with fans adamant Gypsy King is ‘scared as f**k’

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      FANS sunk Tyson Fury on a split decision – after he refused to face Oleksandr Usyk in the final pre-fight press conference.Some viewers claimed it meant Fury “has already lost” Saturday’s clash for the undisputed heavyweight title and looks “scared as f***”.Tyson Fury avoided Oleksandr Usyk’s gaze in a move that divided opinion amongst fight-lovers on social mediaCredit: ReutersFury was either ‘scared’ or had Usyk ‘rattled’ – depending on your viewCredit: ReutersIf looks could thrill – each fighter had his own way of looking toughCredit: EPABut others reckon the Gypsy King’s unusual ploy was a masterstroke of mind games ahead of the fight of the year in Saudi Arabia.Fury had begun Thursday by pulling out of a live interview for ITV’S Good Morning Britain.And Usyk’s team continued the eventful build-up to the weekend blockbuster by reportedly filing a complaint that parts of the Riyadh ring canvas could be a trip hazard.Things then came to a head – or rather they didn’t – when the Gypsy King refused to look at, let alone do the traditional face-to-face posturing, with his Ukrainian opponent.READ MORE TOP STORIESIn contrast, Usyk maintained a stony stare at Fury – only shifting when it was his turn for the obligatory fist-raising, bicep-bulging photos.Meanwhile, the Gypsy King – wearing orange-flamed trousers, waistcoat and big, black fedora-style hat – looked anywhere but at the 37-year-old.Fury, 35, mainly appeared emotionless on the surface, although there were occasional hints of a smirk or a reflective nod of his head – as well as a snarling expression when posing next to his rival.But many fans reckon his odd antics were a sign of fear, not a clever ploy.Most read in BoxingUsyk couldn’t put his finger on Fury’s behaviourCredit: ReutersCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOne viewer said: “Fury has already lost, he can’t even look at Usyk, he’s absolutely bricking it.”Similar posts included “nervous AF” and “Fury is shook!”Anthony Joshua’s trainer Ben Davison gives Fury vs Usyk prediction & says winner MUST fight AJ nextOthers agreed – with jibes like “Usyk owns him already” and “Fury looked scared throughout the press conference”.But 48 hours before the battle of unbeaten icons, the Gypsy King also had backers in the online sparring between amateur body-language experts.One fan wrote: “Tyson Fury has this Ukrainian victim rattled. Time to finish off the job on Saturday! The defensive genius is getting knocked out.”Another raved: “I love this move by Fury!”And a third scoffed at suggestions the Gypsy King was worried – posting “Fury looks terrified” alongside a laughing emoji.With the 6ft 9ins Mancunian standing six inches taller than Usyk, one boxing enthusiast joked: “Look at the height difference! Tyson Fury was looking for Usyk’s eyes but he couldn’t find where he was.”But whatever your view on the odd exchange, one message spoke for all fans shivering with anticipation for Saturday’s match-up: “Chills.” More

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      Tyson Fury forced to withdraw from live TV interview days before undisputed title decider with Oleksandr Usyk

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      TYSON FURY was forced to pull out of an appearance on Good Morning Britain on Thursday.The Gypsy King, 35, is preparing to take on Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight crown in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night.Tyson Fury was forced to cancel an appearance on Good Morning BritainCredit: AFPOleksandr Usyk will face off against Fury on Saturday nightCredit: AFPIt is set to be the biggest fight of the year as boxing looks to crown its first undisputed heavyweight king since Lennox Lewis.Fury was due to promote the clash on Good Morning Britain just over 48 hours before the fight.However, he ended up having to withdraw due to his training schedule.A Good Morning Britain spokesperson said: “Tyson was caught up this morning with training commitments and we look forward to welcoming him back on the show soon.”READ MORE IN BOXINGFight week started off chaotically when Tyson’s dad, John, headbutted a member of Usyk’s team.Fury and Usyk then took to the ring for their public workouts on Wednesday.Unified heavyweight champion and former undisputed cruiserweight king Usyk, 37, played mind games by turning from his usual orthodox stance to a southpaw one.But switch-hitter Fury then responded by also boxing southpaw.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSpeaking to Sky ahead of the blockbuster clash, Fury said: “I think we’ll find out on Saturday whose destiny it is, mine or his.”We both can’t have the destiny of being the undisputed in this era, and we won’t be young enough to go into another era undisputed.”So it’s D-Day for both fighters.”Frank Warren close to tears discussing Tyson Fury’s mental health battles ahead of Usyk bout More

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      FA Cup announce huge broadcast change with major free-to-air channel losing rights

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      BBC SPORT has been confirmed as the free-to-air broadcaster for the new four-year FA Cup contract.Wembley chiefs came under fire in February when it was announced that TNT Sports had won the main rights from 2025-26 in a deal believed to be worth £130m per year.The BBC have won the rights to show the FA Cup alongside TNT Sports from the 2025/26 season onwardsCredit: GettyITV have lost the rights to show the historic competitionCredit: GettyBut that agreement came with a guarantee that the pay-network would find a terrestrial partner.And it has now been confirmed that – as expected – TNT will partner with the Beeb to ensure fans can watch key matches including the final without a subscription.ITV – who have been showing live games alongside the BBC for the past few years – will now lose their rights from the 2025/26 season onwards.The new agreement will see 14 games screened live on the BBC while also being shown by TNT.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat will mean two games from the first round through to the last eight, one semi-final and the FA Cup Final all available free to air.TNT will have exclusive access to the other semi-final, with all the matches from the third round onwards not kicking off during the Saturday 3pm blackout window also available on the network.FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: “We are delighted that the BBC will continue as one of our Emirates FA Cup broadcast partners, under this new deal with TNT Sports.“It was always our intention to ensure that this very special competition would be accessible for everyone.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”And this new broadcast partnership will enable fans to see more of its matches live than ever before from the start of the 2025-26 season, across both TNT Sports and free-to-air on the BBC.“The BBC has told many of the magical and memorable stories that only the Emirates FA Cup can create, and we look forward to making even more history together in the years ahead.”Man Utd Wags to pay for their trip to FA Cup final While BBC and ITV share coverage under the current contract which runs to the end of next season, the Beeb previously shared rights with TNT’s predecessor BT Sport for four years until 2021.Phil Bernie, BBC’s interim director of sport, said: “The BBC has a proud history of bringing fans across the nation together for all the magic and drama of the Emirates FA Cup.“This partnership for the next four years is brilliant news and, alongside our recent Premier League extension and UEFA Champions League highlights coming this year, means that BBC Sport will deliver fans top class analysis, commentary and coverage of the biggest football competitions free to air and accessible for all.”TNT’s Trojan Paillot added: “TNT Sports will broadcast every single game outside of 3pm kick-offs, starting from the first round, ensuring fans can watch more of the Emirates FA Cup than ever before all in one place.“Our ambition is to make more of the live Emirates FA Cup action available to fans than ever before, so the BBC are an outstanding partner to ensure that alongside more games we also make the competition as widely available as possible.”The FA Cup final will still be shown on terrestrial TVCredit: PA More

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      Who is ITV Euro 2024 presenter Seema Jaswal?

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      ITV’S coverage for Euro 2024 is expected to include Seema Jaswal, who is well travelled in the field of sports presenting.The 39-year-old from Richmond has presented the Premier League’s global coverage, as well as Channel 4’s coverage of Motorsports.Jaswal also spent three years working for Channel 5’s The Wright StuffJaswal is expected to get involved in the Euro 2024 coverageShe also appeared on Channel 4’s coverage of the BDO Darts and the BBC for Snooker’s Triple Crown events.ITV employed Jaswal for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, working as a reporter and summariser.Jaswal also anchored FIFA’s coverage of the U-17 World Cup in 2017.And now she is expected to cover England’s bid of winning their first trophy since the 1966 World Cup.The Three Lions are among the favourites to win Euro 2024 in Germany this summer.Gareth Southgate’s men have been drawn in a group that includes, Serbia, Slovenia and Denmark.How old is she?Jaswal has now been in TV and radio for over a decade.That is after she got her big break on CBBC in 2008.Most read in Euro 2024Born in 1985, she is currently 39 years old.Is Seema Jaswal married?Seema’s maiden name is Pathan but she likes to keep her private life out of the public eye.Former England boss Fabio Capello says ‘fear’ will end Euro 2024 dream as he identifies player as the weakest linkShe is married but prefers to keep her husband out the limelight. More

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      Who is ITV Euro 2024 presenter Mark Pougatch?

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      PRESENTER Mark Pougatch fronts ITV’s major coverage of both football as well as rugby and is expected to get involved in the Euro 2024 team of TV stars and pundits.The 56-year-old replaced Adrian Chiles as ITV’s chief football presenter six years ago to cover Champions League and England fixtures.Mark Pougatch’s broadcasting career began in 1995 for Radio 5 liveHe won the broadcaster of the year award in 2012Mark Pougatch, left, was part of the BBC’s 5 Live team with Nicky Campbell and Victoria Derbyshire for the 2002 World CupCredit: BBCHe hosted ITV’s coverage of Euro 2016, and has also been presenting the Six Nations rugby since 2016, and also the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.Before that though he spent TWENTY-TWO YEARS, where he cut his teeth presenting for BBC Radio 5 Live.He also joined BT Sport in the summer of 2016 to host the show BT Sport Score, to rival Sky Sports’ Gillette Soccer Saturday.In addition, Pougatch presented ITV’s live coverage of Euro 2020 with fellow presenters Seema Jaswal and Reshmin Chowdhury.Read More on FootballThey were jpoined by the likes of Ian Wright, Gary Neville, Eni Aluko, Ashley Cole and Patrick Vieira.As well as ITV’s live coverage, Pougatch hosted 12 Euro 2020 special episodes of the ITV Football Show podcast alongside Luton Town winger Andros Townsend.Euro 2024 gets underway on June 14 as hosts Germany take on Scotland.England’s campaign gets underway on June 16 when they face off against Serbia.Most read in Euro 2020The Three Lions have been drawn in a group that also includes Slovenia and Denmark. England will be looking to win their first ever trophy since the 1966 World Cup.Inside the ten stunning Euro 2024 stadiums including historic final venueGareth Southgate’s men are among the top favourites to win the competition.England play Scotland at Wembley on June 18The Krestovsky Stadium in St. Petersburg hosts the first game which ITV will show live this summer More