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      Laura Woods and Jack Grealish beam for camera as ITV host takes selfie with Man City star after FA Cup final win

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      LAURA WOODS and Jack Grealish enjoyed a selfie together after Manchester City won the FA Cup final.The fan-favourite presenter was at Wembley for the historic match as part of ITV’s punditry team.
      Laura Woods and Jack Grealish had a selfie togetherCredit: Reuters
      It has already been going well for Woodsy as many had switched over from BBC to watch her on the rival broadcaster for the match.
      And after the City beat United 2-1 thanks to a brace from Ilkay Gundogan, the pundit managed to have a moment with one of the club’s stars.
      Cameras spotted the two taking a selfie together.
      The pair were both smiling as Woods took the snap while wearing her outfit that some fans claimed made her “define beautiful”.
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      Woods had her hand on the back of Grealish’s neck while the winger had his hand on her back.
      The picture was taken after Grealish had picked up his FA Cup medal, which he wore proudly around his neck.
      The England international cut a relieved figure at full time after he gave away a penalty in the first half.
      However, himself and many others argued that it should not have stood despite the current laws of the game surrounding the handball rule.
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      Fernandes converted the penalty to level up the game after Gundogan’s quick-fire opener.
      In the aftermath of the penalty, United defender Victor Lindelof was struck by a green object that was thrown from the Man City end of Wembley.
      Gundogan scored a second, less-sweetly-hit volley to clinch the win early in the second half.
      During the celebrations, one City fan, however, performed a lewd gesture picked up by BBC cameras. More

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      Fans in love with Laura Woods’ outfit for FA Cup final as ITV presenter is told she ‘defines beautiful’

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      ITV presenter Laura Woods has received a raft of compliments during the coverage of the FA Cup final.Woods provided pre-match analysis at Wembley for the highly-anticipated clash between rivals Manchester United and Manchester City.

      Laura Woods was praised on social media before the FA Cup Final
      Woods’s choice of outfit received a raft of compliments from fans
      The famous journalist had already won over the crowd as she shared a pic of her and fellow presenter Ally McCoist at the famous ground before kick-off.
      And it was her choice of outfit that led to mass adulation on social media as she went for a white jacket and skirt.
      One fan tweeted: “Laura you define beautiful hope you’re having a great day and enjoy the final.”
      Another commented: “Looking beautiful as ever Laura.”
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      A third posted: “Look gorgeous Laura.”
      This supporter said: “Oh you look beautiful Laura. Come on United.”
      And that one stated: “Looking good as always Laura. Enjoy the match. Hopefully a United win.”
      Wembley is hosting the first ever FA Cup final between the two Manchester giants.
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      United will be looking to end City’s hopes of matching their legendary Treble from 1999.
      The Cityzens have already won the Premier League and will be looking to conquer their first ever Champions League next Saturday when they take on Inter Milan in Istanbul.
      The Red Devils, on the other hand, are looking to seal a Double after winning the Carabao Cup. More

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      Fans all switch from BBC to ITV for FA Cup final after realising who is presenting

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      FOOTBALL fans have switched their viewing pattern from the BBC to ITV after seeing who was presenting on the channels. The two channels are going head-to-head for viewers ahead of the all-Manchester FA Cup final.
      Laura Woods pictured alongside Ally McCoistCredit: Twitter / @laura_woodsy
      Fans declared they would be switching viewing allegiancesCredit: Rex

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      But upon seeing a Woods tweet revealing she was presenting ITV’s coverage alongside Ally McCoist, fans declared their intention to switch over.
      One fan said: “Time to switch over to ITV.”
      A second reacted: “Now that’s a pair of pundits.”
      “Going to switch from BBC to ITV now 😮‍💨,” declared a third.
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      A fourth typed: “Was watching BBC now I gotta switch.”

      Another added: “Defo switching from BBC.”
      Fans were also quick to lavish praise on her outfit.
      ITV’s team consists of Mark Pougatch presenting with Roy Keane, Joleon Lescott, and Ian Wright performing studio punditry.
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      Meanwhile, Woods will be pitchside with Karen Carney, while Sam Matterface, Ally McCoist and Lee Dixon are in the commentary box.
      Meanwhile, BBC’s coverage is headed up by Gary Lineker.
      The Match of the Day host has been joined by Alan Shearer, Peter Schmeichel and Micah Richards in the studio. More

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      ITV FA Cup final presenter Laura Woods defied online trolls and stood up to Jose Mourinho on her journey to TV stardom

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      ENGAGING, insightful, entertaining, professional, feisty… Laura Woods has become the definitive radio and TV sports presenter.The award-winning host regularly brightens up talkSPORT listeners’ mornings with her personality, knowledge of the sporting world and ability to mix it up in the banter stakes with Ally McCoist, Jamie O’Hara and Co.
      Brilliant Laura Woods is your host for the FA Cup final on ITVCredit: Insatgram @layurawoodsy
      Woods also hosts talkSPORT’s breakfast showCredit: talkSPORT
      Woodsy, as she is affectionately called by her colleagues, has also become ITV’s go-to for their football coverage – meaning this Saturday’s FA Cup final couldn’t be in better hands.
      The 35-year-old has come a long way from scoring a job as a runner on Sky Sports in 2009.
      And the confident Dagenham-born Arsenal fan has shown courage through the years in dealing with sexist trolls determined to bring her down on social media.
      First job
      Laura graduated from Kingston University in 2009 after studying print journalism.
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      Following work experience at the Croydon Advertiser, she scored her first job at Sky Sports, reporting to their Isleworth studios as a runner.
      Putting in the time, she would graft her way up to editorial assistant, assistant producer, associate and producer.
      A flair for presenting showed when Laura began working in front of the camera doing behind-the-scenes interviews for Sky Sports’ darts coverage on their YouTube channel.
      Wanting to do more than produce, she took a camera out with her, recorded footage, edited it together, and impressed TV chiefs with her natural talent. Online, it proved to be a big hit too.
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      Laura was then chosen to front Saturday morning kids’ show Game Changers, where she was the guinea pig for all sorts of daft experiments, including rollerskiing and smoothie biking.
      Her love for the NFL started at Sky Sports, before she scored a pitch-side reporter role on Super Sunday.
      It was interviewing football’s elite where she encountered her most difficult customer, Jose Mourinho.
      Ambitious Woods caught the attention of Sky TV chiefs interviewing darts stars
      A role on Soccer AM gave her a taste for interviewing footballers
      Woods began working for Soccer Sunday in 2018
      ‘Looked into my soul’
      Laura was tasked with questioning the ex-Tottenham manager, after Harry Kane saw a goal disallowed for Spurs. The Portuguese wasn’t happy about the decision, and let her know about it.
      Recalling the incident to Ian Wright on Wingmen, she said: “Harry Kane had just a scored a goal that was ruled out or something like that. Wrighty, he was looking into my soul! He was looking into my soul and he didn’t like what he saw. That’s how I felt.
      “Anyway, I started the interview, asking him questions and he immediately flipped it back on me and went, ‘Well, what did you think?’ And I was like, ‘Right, I have to put my big-girl pants on here’.
      “And I was like, ‘It’s not about me, it’s about you. No one cares about my opinion’. [Mourinho replied] ‘Well I care, what did you think?’ And I agreed with him but I just thought I had to hold my own.”
      Woods was adamant it was a test of her mettle – something that has stood her well as her career has progressed.
      She continued: “I think he was testing me but I like him as well. I miss him when he’s not around, like I miss that personality. That job, for any football fan looking in, it looks like a really simple job but it’s not.”
      talkSPORT
      In 2020, Laura became the main presenter for talkSPORT’s breakfast show, splitting duties with Alan Brazil.
      She was the perfect choice, combining a deep knowledge of all sports with an unparalleled wit, and has the perfect foil in McCoist – with the pair proving to be a ratings winner.
      But, not everyone thought she was a good choice at first. She was the target of online trolls who claimed she only got the job because of her good looks. Amusing considering it was radio.
      “I accept that as presenters we are putting ourselves out there; we’re essentially targets,” she told i.
      In 2020, Woods became talkSPORT’s breakfast presenter – sharing duties with Alan BrazilCredit: Paul Edwards – The Sun
      Online trolls targeted Woods claiming she only got the job because of her looksCredit: Instagram / @laurawoodsy
      Woods admits she takes all the criticism with a pinch of saltCredit: The Sun
      “I’m learning to live with it because that’s part of our job. You’re never going to please everybody.
      “It would hurt me a lot more if I took it all to heart, so I take it with a pinch of salt now as much as I can. The people with something bad to say will always shout the loudest, so I have learnt to care less about the reaction.”
      Goodbye Sky, hello ITV
      In 2022, Woods finally said goodbye to Sky Sports.
      Following her departure, it was announced she would join former American football stars Osi Umenyiora and Jason Bell to present ITV’s Friday night NFL highlights show.
      A few months later, she was named as one of ITV’s World Cup presenters in Qatar, alongside seasoned hand Mark Pougatch.
      Grumpy Des Lynam moaned in an opinion piece for the Telegraph about her familiarity with pundit Ian Wright, when she called him Wrighty during the coverage of Senegal v Netherlands and how it made him “wince”.
      Laura bit back on Twitter: “Jeez, of all the things covered this is what made Des wince?”
      Wright, himself, leapt to her defence. Not that she needed it. “How’s Des vexed that Laura called me ‘Wrighty’!!! Looking for something negative to write,” he wrote on social media.
      Today, she balances her ITV role alongside work with DAZN, where she reports on boxing and the Women’s Champions League for the streaming service, as well as Amazon Prime Video where she presents their Premier League output.
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      Since last year, Woods has presented ITV’s football coverageCredit: Getty
      Woods has been tipped to replace Jeff Stelling on Soccer Saturday and Jake Humphrey on BT Sport
      There is talk of a return to Sky, replacing Jeff Stelling on Soccer Saturday. While industry rumours suggest she is the frontrunner to take over from Jake Humphrey at BT Sport, which is soon to become TNT Sports. You feel she could ace both jobs.
      Ever ambitious, talented and a consummate pro, Saturday’s Cup final won’t be served better than with Woods at the helm introducing the coverage. More

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      Huge summer sporting event has NO TV deal sparking ‘concern’ with bosses

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      BBC and ITV are under pressure to announce a TV deal for the Women’s World Cup after the governments of the Big Five European markets weighed into the ongoing row.Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer was among the five signatories stating their “concern” at the lack of agreement with just seven weeks until kick-off in Australia and New Zealand.
      Some broadcasters are yet to claim rights for the Women’s World Cup despite the success of Euro 2022Credit: Getty
      ITV and the Beeb are understood to have made a £9m joint bid which Fifa is expected to accept.
      But broadcasters in France, Germany, Italy and Spain are said to have proposed “derisory” offers of a fraction of the bids for the men’s tournament.
      They have been strongly criticised by Fifa President Gianni Infantino, who is reluctant to dig further into the world body’s funds.
      And now the governments have pledged to put on the big squeeze.
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      In a joint statement by the senior sports ministers of all five countries, the governments said: “We have acknowledged with concern that until now, no television rights have been attributed for the matches broadcasting in our countries.
      “We are aware of the legitimate interests and budgetary constraints pressuring both assignees and independent broadcasters, who need a viable economic model for each of them. 
      “And we also recognise the specific organisational constraints that are likely to affect the ‘market value’ of the European broadcasters’ rights, such as the hours of broadcasting.
      “However, we are convinced that the media coverage of the Women’s World Cup will be decisive in improving the global visibility of women’s sports in our European countries. 
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      “Media exposure to women’s sports has indeed a highly significant impact on the development of women’s and young girls’ sports practices. 
      “Because of the high potential of the Fifa Women’s World Cup and the sport and social issues at stake, we consider it our responsibility to fully mobilise all stakeholders, for them to quickly reach an agreement. 
      “These are decisions for Fifa and broadcasters to take independently, but we know that discussions are in progress and we are confident in Fifa and independent broadcasters’ capability to find a common path toward fair development.” More

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      Footballer says four-game ban for horror tackle on Love Island star was ‘so worth it’

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      A FOOTBALLER has claimed his four-match ban for a horror tackle on Love Island star Tyrique Hyde “was so worth it”.The 24-year-old Hyde, whose dad Micah played for Watford in the Premier League, will be hoping to score with the villa beauties when he graces its hallowed turf on the hit ITV show.
      A footy ace says his four-match ban for a horror tackle on a new Love Island star ‘was so worth it’
      Tyrique Hyde is swapping his footy boots for flip-flops in the villaCredit: Rex

      Hyde, from Essex, is the latest semi-professional footballer to swap non-league action for Love Island.
      He follows in the footsteps of 2020 Love Island winner Finn Tapp, who played for Oxford City, and Hashtag United ace Toby Aromolaran, who was runner-up during season seven.
      Hyde is currently playing for seventh-tier side Lewes, who just missed out on the play-offs via goal difference, after previously lining-up for National League South outfit Welling United earlier in the campaign.
      Now a tackle that the ex-Dagenham & Redbridge ace was on the receiving end of while in action for the Isthmian Premier League side has now resurfaced.
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      The incident occurred during Lewes’ clash with Cray Wanderers at the Dripping Pan stadium.
      And it was so bad that the aggressor, Mitchell Chapman, received a whopping four-game suspension.
      However, after news of the former Dagenham & Redbridge ace’s upcoming stint on Love Island emerged, Chapman showed little remorse as he took to Twitter to boast about his wild two-footed lunge that left Hyde lying in a heap.
      Chapman responded to a tweet announcing Hyde joining the smash show with: “Four game ban was so worth it now.”
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      While a decent player in his own right, Tyrique is yet to experience the heights his dad reached in the early noughties.
      Micah, 48, played 253 times for Watford before making 102 appearances for Burnley in the Championship and 64 for Peterborough United.
      He also earned 17 international caps for Jamaica. More

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      Love Island footballer leaves Robbie Savage’s Macclesfield to focus on new opportunities in London

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      TOM CLARE has quit Macclesfield Town after starring on ITV dating show, Love Island.The striker’s contract at the club was due to run until 2024 but he has decided not to see it out.
      Love Island star Tom Clare has quit MacclesfieldCredit: Alamy
      His contract was due to expire in 2024Credit: Alamy
      Director of Football Robbie Savage has supported his decisionCredit: Getty
      Clare went on Love Island earlier this year after being allowed the opportunity by the Northern Premier League outfit.
      He formed a couple with stunner Samie Elishi but their relationship did not last.
      Clare has now announced his departure from Macclesfield as he seeks new opportunities by moving to London.
      In his message, he thanked director of football and former Premier League star Robbie Savage and the fans for all their support.
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      He wrote on Twitter: “Where do I start… this club has been right behind me throughout everything, the most I’ve ever enjoyed my football has been at this special club, the good times are unmatched and we’ve created memories that I will remember for the rest of my life.
      “The decision for me to leave has been my decision and has been so tough, but now in my life, there’s just too many opportunities that I just cannot turn down and moving down to London plays a huge part in that.
      “To @robbiesavage8 and @smethurst1 I thank you both for being there for me no matter what and for doing things off your own backs to help me is something I will never forget, two of the most passionate, genuine guys I’ve ever met, you guys deserve the best.
      “To the fans, I thank you for shouting my name week in, week out, and getting the stadium bouncing every single game, you fans have been through a lot but the only way is up!
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      “Keep supporting the lads and I will come to as many games as I can.
      “Football is my passion and has been in me since I could walk, I don’t see it as a job.
      “For the time being, I’m taking a step back to focus on other things, but I will never quit football and will keep myself in the best possible shape throughout all of this, @thesilkmen Thank you.
      “To the lads, I will miss the banter on and off the pitch you’re a top set of lads and it’s been one of the best changing rooms I’ve ever been in, I wish you all the best in your careers!”
      Savage admitted that this was always going to be a possibility once Clare went on Love Island.
      He said: “How am I qualified to stop a young man taking on a potentially life-changing experience?
      “Tom is a fit lad and it could be his gateway into modelling, gym equipment, TV appearances… anything.
      “If he does well on Love Island, he could earn 20 times his current annual income in a single year. Who am I to deny him the opportunity to make life-changing sums of money?” More

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      Huge sporting tournament at risk of TV BLACKOUT unless broadcasters stump up more cash

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      FIFA President Gianni Infantino has threatened Lionesses fans face a BLACKOUT of this summer’s Women’s World Cup.But BBC and ITV are understood to remain confident they will agree a deal to ensure Sarina Wiegman’s side are on our screens when they play in Australia.
      Gianni Infantino has warned there could be a UK blackout if broadcasters fail to agree a dealCredit: AFP
      Infantino made his warning as it emerged that Fifa has still to agree broadcast deals with ANY of the Big Five countries – England, France, Spain, Germany or Italy.
      That is despite the tournament kicking off Down Under in just 11 weeks’ time.
      The Fifa President said: “To be very clear, it is our moral and legal obligation not to undersell the Fifa Women’s World Cup.
      “Therefore, should the offers continue not to be fair, we will be forced not to broadcast the Fifa Women’s World Cup into the ‘big five’ European countries.
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      “Broadcasters, especially public broadcasters funded by taxpayers’ money, should put their action behind their words.
      “They rightfully criticised football organisations for not paying equally women and men or not having the same prize money.

      “We need to generate these revenues and they should help us because otherwise we will simply not sell these rights to them at these undervalued prices.
      “Then the European public will not be able to watch the women’s World Cup which after the success of the last tournament and the Euros will be really a pity, a slap in the face for the women’s game.”
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      England go into their opening game against Haiti in Brisbane on July 22 as European champions and the inaugural holders of the “finalissima” trophy after beating South American title-holders Brazil at Wembley.
      But while the broadcast deal for the UK has yet to be confirmed, it is understood that negotiations for split coverage by the BBC and ITV are advanced and are expected to be of sufficient value to ensure there is no blackout of the tournament.
      There is big interest in the World Cup and ticket sales broke the 500,000 mark in January. More