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      Merson has Sky Sports Soccer Saturday nightmare as he gets two Chelsea stars’ names wrong and leaves pundits in stitches

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      PAUL MERSON left the Sky Sports studio in stitches after mispronouncing the names of two Chelsea players.The former Arsenal star was analysing Chelsea’s new signings ahead of their clash against West Ham.
      Paul Merson produced a pair of gaffes on Sky SportsCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      Merson left his fellow pundits in stitches as he mispronounced two Chelsea playersCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      Presenter Jeff Stelling had tried to correct the Arsenal legend at one pointCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      However, Merson confessed he could not pronounce one of the winger’s names.
      He said: “You know the lad that comes in on the wing. Sorry I can’t pronounce his name.”
      Presenter Jeff Stelling believed Merson was referring to Mykhailo Mudryk and interjected by saying: “Mudryk.”
      But as it turned out, Merson was actually referring to the opposite side – Noni Madueke – with Merson pronouncing his name “Maduake” rather than Madueke.
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      Merson then attempted to clear up Stelling’s correction, but ended up leaving his fellow pundits in stitches after another gaffe.
      The 54-year-old said: “I can pronounce Modric come on,” before immediately laughing as he was corrected on his error.
      Mudryk and Madueke were both hauled off in the second half as Chelsea drew 1-1 with West Ham.
      Joao Felix had got the visitors off to a perfect start as he volleyed home from an Enzo Fernandez cross.
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      But former Chelsea star Emerson then equalised as he ghosted in at the far post unopposed.
      Both sides were then denied decisions in the second half.
      Tomas Soucek was involved at both ends as he scored a late goal before VAR ruled it out for offside with him then appearing to handle the ball when trying to block Conor Gallagher’s low shot minutes later – something which riled up Chelsea’s social media team.
      The result leaves Chelsea nine points outside of the top four, while West Ham climb one point higher above the relegation zone. More

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      Tyson Fury applauded Sky Sports’ Adam Smith after the presenter took offence to Johnny Nelson’s verdict on Usyk

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      TYSON FURY has revealed he applauded Sky Sports’ Adam Smith when he slammed Johnny Nelson for labelling Oleksandr Usyk an ‘average southpaw’. Nelson, who was cruiserweight world champion between 1999 and 2005, incredibly claimed in 2021 that pound-for-pound superstar Usyk was not a standout boxer compared to other southpaws.
      Fury has defended Usyk’s ability as he praised Smith for his assessment of the UkrainianCredit: Getty
      Smith hailed Usyk as a fantastic fighter – both as an amateur and a professionalCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports presenter and commentator Smith took umbrage to that view.
      And Fury has declared he agreed with Smith in slamming Nelson’s controversial point.
      Grabbing the mic and interviewing the Sky man on iFL TV, Fury said: “A couple of months ago Johnny Nelson said to you that Oleksandr Usyk is an average southpaw cruiserweight.
      “And I was actually very impressed with your thing. You was absolutely livid, absolutely boiling. You was like ‘arghhhh’. Can you tell us a bit more about it?”
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      And Smith explained: “I was doing an interview and Johnny just said he was an average southpaw and I just took complete offence to that.
      “I think he is a fantastic fighter. I think he was a wonderful amateur. He was brilliant against Joshua and I thought that was a disgraceful thing for my good friend and colleague to say.
      “But there we go, that’s his opinion.”
      Fury then replied: “I was actually clapping in the room because that was amazing. So well done for that.”
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      Usyk, an Olympic gold medallist from London 2012, beat Anthony Joshua by unanimous decision at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in September to claim the IBF, WBA and WBO world titles.
      And he defended his belts in their rematch on August 20 in Saudi Arabia last year.
      Meanwhile, Fury followed up his win against Dillian Whyte with a resounding victory over Derek Chisora.
      It sets up a potential Usyk v Fury fight – which has been pencilled in for April 29, according to Frank Warren.
      The venue is yet to be confirmed – with Saudi Arabia and London as suggestions.
      Recent reports have suggested Fury already has another opponent on his radar, should he be victorious over the Ukrainian.
      Fury is said to want a meet with Joe Joyce on home soil. More

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      Who is Sky Sports F1 pit lane reporter Ted Kravitz?

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      FANS are gearing up for the 2023 Formula One season – and once again renowned pit lane reporter Ted Kravitz is set to accumulate a lot of screen time.Max Verstappen made all the headlines last season having run away with the title.
      Ted Kravitz on duty in the paddock for Sky Sports.Credit: Rex
      Ted Kravitz with F1 Show co-host Natalie Pinkham.Credit: Getty
      But someone who F1 lovers will see a lot on the track is Ted Kravitz.
      Who is Ted Kravitz?
      Born on March 21, 1974, Ted Kravitz was raised in Hammersmith, London.
      Kravitz, 48, has become synonymous with Formula One coverage due to his unique style and knack for finding himself in awkward situations.
      The F1 reporter is very popular amongst the drivers who enjoy his humorous approach and light-hearted demeanor.
      He started out at ITV back in 1997 initially as a producer and then became a pitlane reporter in 2002 before joining the BBC in 2009 as F1 moved its coverage.
      Kravitz left the BBC with Martin Brundle to join Sky Sports as their coverage of F1 began in 2012.
      As part of Sky’s coverage, Kravitz hosts the F1 Show with Natalie Pinkham and has his own segment called Ted’s Notebook.
      What controversy has Ted Kravitz previously been in?
      Kravitz has found himself in difficult situations during his time as a reporter and at the 2022 Austin Grand Prix his comments suggesting Lewis Hamilton was robbed of an eighth title didn’t go down well with Max Verstappen and Red Bull.
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      Verstappen and the entire Red Bull team boycotted Sky over the Mexico Grand Prix weekend due to what they called disrespectful reporting.
      And during his post-qualifying in Singapore, Kravitz was asked to leave the media zone before protesting to officials.
      His 2022 season also ended in an awkward exchange with Nico Hulkenberg as the German driver declaring he didn’t think Kravitz liked him.
      But the F1 reporter quickly shut that down by claiming the driver is in fact one of his favourites. More

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      Fans in stitches as Sky Sports confuse Championship legend for Chile boss Eduardo Berizzo during Blackburn vs Wigan game

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      FANS have been in hysterics over a Sky Sports blunder confusing a former Championship goalie with Chile manager Eduardo Berizzo.Berizzo was thought to have been spotted at Blackburn’s Championship fixture against Wigan.
      An ex-Derby, QPR and Birmingham star was mistaken for Chile manager Eduardo BerizzoCredit: Twitter
      Eduardo Berizzo was thought to be at Blackburn’s Championship clash against WiganCredit: EPA
      Lee Camp played for a host of Championship sidesCredit: Reuters
      It was believed that he might have made the trip to Ewood Park to watch Chile international striker Ben Brereton Diaz.
      However, as the broadcaster’s cameras panned to him, it turned out it was not Berizzo and instead veteran goalkeeper Lee Camp.
      The gaffe caught the attention of fans, who took to social media to show off their laughter.
      One tweeted: “Sky have just mistaken Lee Camp for the Chile manager 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤦🏻‍♂️.”
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      A second commented: “Knew I wasn’t going crazy when I saw this! 🤣.”
      A third wrote: “Sky Sports said this was Chile manager Eduardo Berizzo but I’m convinced it’s Championship legend Lee Camp.”
      A fourth said: “Lee Camp looks far more like a Chile manager than the actual Chile manager.”
      A fifth added: “Has Lee Camp has been banished to Chile & given a new identity then.”
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      Camp had a hailed career in the English league football leagues.
      He starred for clubs such as Derby County, Nottingham Forest, Birmingham City, QPR and Rotherham.
      The goalkeeper was last on the books of Wrexham, where he failed to make an appearance before leaving last year.
      Berizzo, on the other hand, has been the Chile boss since 2022 as he took over the role from Martín Lasarte.
      He has also managed at club level, including LaLiga sides Celta Vigo, Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla.
      And his playing career was slightly more illustrious than that of Camp, as he played for Marseille, River Plate, Celta and the Argentina national team. More

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      Fans in stitches at Sky Sports News reporter’s bizarre description of Man Utd new boy Marcel Sabitzer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED swooped on deadline day to sign Marcel Sabitzer on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season.And fans have been left in stitches after hearing a Sky Sports reporter’s description of the midfielder.
      Marcel Sabitzer joined Manchester United on loan on transfer deadline dayCredit: Getty
      A Sky reporter had fans in stitches with their description of Sabitzer

      Sabitzer, 28, plays in the middle of the park, but has operated out wide on the right before.
      And, according to a Sky reporter in Germany, the Austrian international “shoots like a horse” in front of goal.

      While describing Sabitzer on Sky Sports News, the reporter said: “He can play everywhere in midfield and he shoots like a horse.”
      The bizarre description of the United loanee left fans on social media in stitches.
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      One said: “Just that description is worth every penny.”
      Another added: “This was the best part of #DeadlineDay for me yesterday.”
      While others joked that the phrase could be turned into a chant for the midfielder.
      One wrote: “He can shoot like a horse, he can shoot like a horse, Marcel Sabitzer, he can shoot like a horse.”
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      And a second quipped: “Nobody: United at the Stretford End: he shoots like a horse, he shoots like a hoooorse, Marcel Sabitzer he shoots like a horse.”
      Sabitzer is expected to be in the stands at Old Trafford tonight as United face Forest in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie.
      The Red Devils are 3-0 up from the first leg last week, and are heavy favourites to book a Wembley meeting with Newcastle.
      The Magpies reached a first final in 24 years with a 3-1 aggregate win over Southampton on Tuesday. More

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      Real reason why F1 legend Johnny Herbert and fellow pundit Paul Di Resta were axed by Sky Sports revealed

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      THE reason why pundits Johnny Herbert and Paul Di Resta have been axed from Sky Sports’ F1 coverage has been revealed.It was confirmed earlier last week that the duo have been dropped two months before the start of the 2023 season.
      Johnny Herbert has left Sky Sports’ F1 team after more than 10 yearsCredit: Getty
      Herbert leaves after more than a decade in the job, while Di Resta moves on having contributed since 2016.
      And the Daily Mail claim their exits are down to Sky Sports looking to cut down their team.
      The pair were at the end of their respective contracts and the broadcaster have decided against offering them extensions.
      Herbert took to Instagram to confirm his departure with a photo of the F1 team and a caption that read: “Going to miss this team.”
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      His messages was greeted by plenty of responses from his colleagues.
      Naomi Schiff, who joined the team last year, said: “We’re gonna miss you the most Johnny. Had so much fun with you. What a kind soul!”
      Natalie Pinkham commented: “Johnny, love you forever ever 🙌❤️.”
      While Rachel Brookes responded: “Not as much as we will miss you!
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      “Thank you for everything and being such a lovely “tv husband” – won’t be the same without you 💗.”
      A spokesperson told The Mirror: “Johnny has been an integral part of our Formula 1 team since the very first season on Sky Sports in 2012.
      “We will miss his humour and big personality and thank him for his energy and enthusiasm over the last 11 years.
      “Everyone wishes him all the best for the future.” More

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      Chelsea legend and Sky pundit Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink makes Premier League title prediction… and reveals Arsenal fears

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      CHELSEA legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has revealed who he believes will win the Premier League this season. And despite their five-point advantage over Manchester City, he believes the Gunners will eventually be chased down by the champions.
      Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink does not believe Arsenal will win the titleCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Instead, he has tipped City to claim a third title in a rowCredit: Getty
      Hasselbaink, who works as a pundit for Sky Sports, admitted that Mikel Arteta’s side have surprised him.
      However, he insisted that they will “have a bad time” at some point this season which could cause them to slip up and lose their hold on the title.
      Speaking to SafeBettingSites, he said: “Arsenal are doing so well and they keep on surprising me.
      “They’re doing great and playing really good football but I do think they’re going to have a bad time of maybe two or three losses and then we’ll see how they react.
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      “My favourites are still Manchester City but I’m getting closer and closer to saying that perhaps it is going to be Arsenal’s year.”
      The Gunners have lost just once so far this season.
      That loss came at Old Trafford in a 3-1 defeat to Manchester United, but Arsenal got their revenge when United visited the Emirates last week with an Eddie Nketiah and Bukayo Saka-inspired 3-2 victory.
      Meanwhile, Man City have continued to pick up wins, but have been heavily criticised by manager Pep Guardiola.
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      The Spaniard, who has won four of the last five Prem titles, has hypothesised that his players have lost their hunger to go and win another title.
      Erling Haaland has scored a staggering 25 goals in the Prem alone this season, but City have still dropped points to opponents they would typically brush aside in previous years.
      Historical statistics are also in Arsenal’s favour.
      Only one team in Prem history has failed to win the title after collecting 50 points or more from their first 19 games of the season, that being Liverpool in 2018/19. More

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      Roy Keane heaps praise on Wout Weghorst as Man Utd legend hits back at doubters after striker’s goal vs Forest

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      ROY KEANE hit back at Wout Weghorst’s doubters after he got off the mark for Manchester United against Nottingham Forest.Marcus Rashford wasted no time putting the Red Devils in front, waltzing through the Forest defence and firing in on just seven minutes.
      Wout Weghorst scored his first Man Utd goal against Nottingham ForestCredit: AFP
      Roy Keane was full of praise for the star afterwardsCredit: PA
      Sam Surridge thought he had levelled – and even copied Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration – but the goal was chalked off by VAR for offside.
      Weghort grabbed his first United goal just before half-time with a fine finish on the rebound.
      And Bruno Fernandes drilled in a late third to seal the 3-0 win in the first-leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
      On-loan Dutch striker Weghorst, 30, had failed to score in his first two outings for United, leading to many fans questioning his abilities.
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      But Keane heaped the praise on him afterwards, telling Sky Sports: “Great finish, look at his [Weghorst’s] reactions.
      “People have been critical that he’s come to the club. That’s what he’s been brought to the club for. Huge goal for United.”
      After witnessing his new boy break his duck, boss Erik ten Hag said: “I know it’s what he is capable of. He has a really good goalscoring record.
      “We created some more really good chances. On the right side, it was a good action by Antony and Wout was on the rebound. It was a real striker’s goal. Therefore we got it.”
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      And the scorer himself added: “A great night for us. A great result and of course after this first match, victory is a really good chance and to get to the final.
      “It’s always special and you want to score goals. You prefer to have this first one as quick as possible so I’m really happy. It was an important moment also. It gave us a way better feeling at the break.
      “I just turned to the goal hoping for a rebound and it came exactly like this. A good finish, it was nice.
      “It’s a great result for us, let’s finish it next week.” More