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      Paul Scholes ‘jumps out of his skin’ live on TNT Sports as pundit is shocked by Man Utd’s pre-game antics

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      PAUL SCHOLES “jumped out of his skin” at Old Trafford as Manchester United prepared for a huge European night.And it wasn’t the unpredictable horrors offered up by United this season that made him do it!Paul Scholes and Karen Carney were both caught outBruno Fernandes hit a penalty leveller in an absorbing second legCredit: APThe Red Devils were readying for Real Sociedad in the Europa League last-16 second leg.And at 1-1 from the first leg in Spain, it was understandable if TNT Sports pundit Scholes was a little nervous.United were looking for more than a spark of intervention.But it was something even more dazzling that caught out the former England midfielder and colleague Karen Carney. READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited suddenly let off fireworks around the famous old ground.And TNT’s commentator told viewers the pair of pundits leapt with surprise when the pyrotechnics fizzed into action.Armchair observers weren’t able to see the reaction of Scholes and Carney for themselves – as the cameras weren’t on the twitchy duo at the time.It came after Scholes backed plans for a £2billion new home unveiled by United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe said: “I was quite excited to hear it. It’s about time United caught up.”I think the time is right to move to a better, bigger, brilliant stadium.”Paul Scholes says ‘it’s about time Manchester United caught up’Meanwhile, on the pitch It was the Red Devils who were soon looking jumpy – as Mikel Oyarzabal hit a 10th-minute penalty opener for Sociedad.That put the visitors 2-1 in front on aggregate, with a quarter-final place at stake.But United soon rocketed back into it, thanks to a spot-kick of their own from Bruno Fernandes. More

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      Sky Sports F1 in huge shake up for 2025 as Damon Hill AXED after being ‘pushed’ and world champ and female star come in

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      SKY SPORTS have made a big change to their presenting team with Damon Hill AXED ahead of the new season.The 2025 campaign gets underway with the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.Damon Hill will not return to Sky Sports for the 2025 F1 seasonCredit: GettyJamie Chadwick will be part of the new-look teamCredit: GettyJacques Villeneuve will return after making two appearances in 2024Credit: GettyBut a familiar face in Hill will be missing after he stepped away from Sky Sports, claiming he was “pushed back” by the broadcaster.Replacing the former F1 champion will be Jamie Chadwick.She is a three-time W Series champion and will compete in the European Le Mans Series this year.Another move sees Jacques Villeneuve returning for more appearances.READ MORE IN F1Villeneuve, 53, claimed his F1 title the year after Hill in 1997 and has provided analysis for Sky Sports on his home race – the Canadian Grand Prix – in the past.He made two appearances last season and revealed he would be keen to come back for more.When asked about returning, Villeneuve said: “I had an absolute blast. It was so fun, it was a big group but a really good group. “Of course, I would be happy to do more.”Most read in MotorsportCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsHill had a very different view of his role at Sky Sports, having been a pundit for the broadcaster since 2012.He said: “I think I felt like the end was coming anyway, because I was kind of pushed back all last year.”I was doing the less attractive races. And they’ve got younger, fresher names. “They’ve got Jenson [Button], they’ve got Nico [Rosberg]. And that’s fair enough – I completely get it. “They’re closer to the front line than I am. And it’s TV. There’s got to be a bit of eye-candy factor to it.” More

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      ‘Will I get money off next bill?’ – Fans fume at Sky Sports after ‘technical difficulty’ sees EFL tie left unwatchable

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      SKY SPORTS subscribers have been left furious after a technical glitch interrupted an EFL clash on Tuesday.Coverage of the League One clash between Bolton and Bristol Rovers was unavailable for some viewers during the first half. Viewers trying to watch an EFL clash on Sky Sports were met with an error messageCredit: SkyBristol Rovers’ clash with Bolton wasn’t accessible through the streaming serviceCredit: GettyThe match was being broadcast through Sky’s new streaming service Sky Sports+.But viewers were met with a screen declaring there was a “technical difficulty”, and urged them to “try again later”.One fan raged on X: “‘I’m paying a premium price but getting a poor service. Darts feed was awful last week now you’re letting me down with football.”And another added: “We pay all this money every month and you can’t even provide a decent service on the Bristol v Bolton game – are you giving refunds.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWhile a third commented: “There is a problem with the Sky Sports+ Feed match between Bristol Rovers V Bolton it keeps cutting out it’s very glitchy. “Are you looking into the issue this evening or will I get money off my next bill as this is just ridiculous!!!”Viewers struggled to get the stream working throughout the first half at the Memorial Stadium.Chris Martin gave the hosts an early lead from the penalty spot.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsBut in-form Bolton hit back just before halftime through Aaron Morley.Most fans should have caught the equaliser, with the stream resuming from around the 30-minute mark. ‘Classless’ – Fans fume as EFL star’s ‘disgusting’ behaviour sparks row that sees manager sent off days after dad died-LocatThe issues come just days after viewers raged against Sky for a disastrous broadcast of Premier League Darts. Darts fans had settled down ready to watch Night 5 of the Premier League from Brighton.But they were met with a host of issues, ranging from audio glitches to visual skips.Commentator Wayne Mardle apologised for the “temporary issues” saying they would be “fixed momentarily” before more glitches in the broadcast.A message at the bottom of the screen began showing which said: “We’re really sorry for the temporary picture problems.” More

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      Incredible moment Gary Neville joins rock band on stage to play bass hours before being on Man Utd vs Arsenal comms

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville stunned fans by appearing on stage with a rock band on Saturday.Neville made a surprise appearance with the Reytons at Aviva Studios in Manchester just hours before covering United’s Premier League clash with Arsenal for Sky Sports.Gary Neville joined rock band the Reytons on stage in ManchesterCredit: https://x.com/TheReytonsThe United legend previously joked he was joining the bandCredit: https://x.com/TheReytonsThe 50-year-old joined the band on stage for their hit song, Low Life, while playing the bass guitar.His shock arrival sent the sold-out crowd of 5,000 fans wild.The Reytons then shared a clip of the performance on social media the following day.They said: “Manchester!!! Last night was unbelievable… What a way to end the tour!!Read More in Football”Thank you to every single one of you who joined us across the UK and Ireland… It’s been incredible!”Thanks to our amazing team of family and friends for all the hard work, commitment, late nights and early mornings!! From pubs to arenas… Who’d have thought it?”Is there a better community out there? I f***ing doubt it.”Fans flocked to the comments, with one person writing: “Amazing night as always. But what an unexpected treat to see @GNev2on stage. Absolute riot!”Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsAnother joked: “Why did Gary Neville sub himself off halfway through the song?!”A third said: “This just made the hairs on the back of my neck stand. Absolutely smashing it @TheReytons. Superb.”‘Absolute s***fest of management’ – Gary Neville follows Roy Keane in unleashing angriest Man Utd rant yetWhile a fourth commented: “Yep that’s me convinced we’re in the simulation Gary Neville is playing bass for the Reytons on a big night in Manchester.”Back in September, Neville offered to play bass guitar for the band when bassist Lee Holland suffered a broken arm – even though he had no experience playing the instrument.Just hours after the gig, Neville joined the Sky Sports crew at Old Trafford for Man Utd vs Arsenal in the Premier League.A second-half goal from Declan Rice cancelled out a Bruno Fernandes free kick as the teams took a point each. More

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      Sky Sports accidentally broadcast X-rated message during Man Utd vs Arsenal clash

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      A MANCHESTER United fan’s X-rated message to the owners was accidentally broadcast by live Sky Sports cameras.The supporter’s note – possibly to the Glazers and Sir Jim Ratcliffe – was beamed across the world as United players headed down the tunnel following the 1-1 draw with Arsenal on Sunday.Fans spotted an X-rated sign during Sky’s broadcast of Manchester United vs ArsenalArsenal’s fading hopes of chasing Liverpool down took another knock, as they sit now 15 points behind the Reds with ten games to go.Declan Rice delivered heroics at both ends of Old Trafford to earn Arsenal a dramatic point against 14th place United.During the aftermath, fans spotted an X-rated sign held up by a supporter in the Stretford End as the players walked off.The capitalised message, written in a black marker on a slab of cardboard, read: “Sell United and f*** off home.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDThousands of fans gathered outside Old Trafford before kick-off to protest against the club’s ownership. Viral videos showed hundreds chanting those same words on the road leading up to the iconic stadium.There were an estimated 5,000 people taking part in the mile-long march.Scores of flares were set off as fans dressed in black sang abusive songs towards co-chairman Joel Glazer and Ratcliffe, who has spent £1.3bn for a 28.94 per cent stake in the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 1958 spokesperson Steve Crompton has claimed that the club is “dying” and is “facing financial Armageddon”.Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Sky fully showing that Glazers f*** off home sign 😂😂”Amorim ‘pleased’ with Man Utd performance despite missed chances against Arsenal Another tweeted: “Well done to this man. Seen by the world.”A third fan added: “Let’s hope the Glazers saw it and for once read the room.”Speaking after the match, United boss Ruben Amorim was asked about the protest.He replied: “This club will never die, that is clear. You feel it in the streets. “This is a big business and maybe all the fans in this league sometimes feel it is harder to go to the games and pay for tickets.”We want to give them a lot of effort. In the future, we will not play like that.”United fans protested against the club’s ownership on SundayRuben Amorim spoke candidly about the pre-match demonstrationsCredit: GettyThe Red Devils looked on course for a morale-boosting victory thanks to Bruno Fernandes’ controversial free-kick on the brink of half-time.The United captain curled in a dead ball after referee Anthony Taylor set the Arsenal wall back 11.2 yards, according to broadcast technology, rather than the minimum 10 yards.READ MORE SUN STORIESRice brilliantly whipped in Jurrien Timber’s cutback to level the match with 16 minutes to go and then, moments later, slid in when sub Rasmus Hojlund was clean through on goal. The England star celebrated the tackle almost as emphatically as the goal. More

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      Mikel Arteta walks out of Sky Sports interview moments after Arsenal lose further ground in Premier League title race

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      MIKEL ARTETA walked out of his interview with Sky Sports after Arsenal drew with Manchester United.The Gunners have dropped 15 points behind Liverpool in the race for the Premier League title with just ten games left to play.Mikel Arteta did not finish his interview with Sky SportsCredit: Sky SportsHe walked out after being asked about the title raceCredit: Sky SportsArteta, 42, was clearly frustrated after watching his side have to settle for a point at Old Trafford.The Spaniard had very little patience during his post-match interview with broadcaster Sky Sports.He answered questions about the performance but wanted to leave before the interviewer finished his questions.The last moment saw Arteta start to walk out after being asked about the club’s failure to sign a striker in January.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe interviewer stopped the manager to insist that he ask about the title race and the huge gap between Arsenal and Liverpool.However, Arteta just muttered “no” and continued to walk out of the interview.Fans found the moment hilarious as they reacted to it on social media.One posted: “Mikel Arteta’s head is HOT.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second wrote: “Arteta walked off hahaha.”A third commented: “Arteta’s just stormed off from the interview hahaha.”Roy Keane fears Man Utd will get WORSE and reveals biggest red flag that could spell the end for Ruben AmorimA fourth said: “Arteta has just run away from the title race question LOL.”Another added: “Wow, did you see Arteta’s interview? What an absolute embarrassment.”Storms off like a petulant child. It’s on him, he doesn’t have a striker.”Arteta did answer a few questions about the match and insisted that his side did “dominate” the game.He said: “Very frustrated we haven’t won because of the dominance and control we had especially in the first half.”Out of nothing we gave the ball away. In the second half we tried and we generated the goal.”We had them and you could feel that they were really fatigued and we gave them life.”We tried in various ways but ultimately we have to execute — the right moment, with the right weight of pass.”Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester United the lead with a stunning free kick in the first half.READ MORE SUN STORIESThere has been some controversy as it has emerged the wall was 11.2 yards away from the spot it was taken from.Rice fired in a brilliant equaliser in the second half but it was Man United who had the better chances to take all three points.Bruno Fernandes’ goal gave Man United the lead for the first halfCredit: GettyDeclan Rice scored a brilliant equaliserCredit: Getty More

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      Will Still reveals Sky Sports presenter partner was ‘in a coma’ and lifts lid on heartache of leaving her in hospital

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      WILL STILL has revealed his partner Emma Saunders was “in a coma” as he lifted the lid on her health battle.The Lens football manager started dating the Sky Sports presenter in 2024 and went public with their relationship during the Euros.Will Still is dating Sky Sports presenter Emma SaundersCredit: Instagram / @wrstillThey went public with their relationship during Euro 2024Credit: Instagram / @wrstillStill, 32, has paid emotional tributes to Emma after she was treated for thyroid cancer at the start of the season.The presenter has also recently had to overcome the brain infection encephalitis.However, he did have to leave her in the hospital as he had to take charge of Lens’ Ligue 1 match against Marseille.His side sealed an important win as Neil El Aynaoui scored the winner in the 94th minute.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDespite the win, Still told L’Equipe that he is still mostly thinking about his partner.He said: “It’s tough.”We realise that there are more important things in life than a football match or a shot that goes into the top corner.”I was honest with the guys. My girlfriend was in a coma. We had to be with her, we had to take care of her. Most read in Football”The group reacted admirably well. My girlfriend is stable, she’s fine.”That’s the most important thing. When I came back last Saturday, I knew she was in the best possible place to get treatment.”I asked her the question openly: ‘Do I go, do I not go?’ She said to me: ‘You have to go.'”I thank the staff and my brothers who were there to do the work when I wasn’t there.Will Still goes public with Sky Sports girlfriend Emma Saunders”I felt like I had to give something back, hence the frustration and disappointment last week.”Emma recently thanked Still in a heartwarming post on Instagram as she shared a health update for her 71,5000 followers.It read: “Hi folks.Still had to leave Saunders in hospital to take charge of Lens’ win over MarseilleCredit: ReutersNeil El Aynaoui scored the winning goal in the 94th minuteCredit: AFP”Unfortunately life took a bit of an unexpected turn a couple of weeks ago and I’m now off work while I recover from Encephalitis – an infection of the brain.”I hope it won’t be long until I’m back to see out the end of 2024/25 – especially after missing part of the start of the season before this when I was treated for Thyroid cancer.”So, as I spend time now recovering and rebuilding again – I just wanted to thank my family & friends for their rock solid support, my colleagues at Sky for their patience allowing me the time to heal, and our wonderful NHS for their extraordinary kindness and care.”And of course you Will Still just for being you and being there for me.”The message accompanied a picture of Emma holding a toy giraffe while lying in her hospital bed.Plenty of her fans flooded the comment section to send her their well wishes.In her career, Emma has also worked for the likes of BBC Sport, fronting women’s football on the channel alongside her work at Sky.Seen as a trailblazer for women’s broadcasting in sport and football, she’s also worked as a stadium presenter for the World Cup, Six Nations Rugby matches, and the first-ever MLB game in the UK.Still made a name for himself as the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues.He was just 30 when he took over at Reims – even before getting his Uefa Pro Licence, costing the club £22,000 per match.Still guided the club to ninth in Ligue 1 last season before announcing his exit to take over at RC Lens in May 2024.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was born in Belgium to English parents and began his managerial career aged 24.The English gaffer admitted that his love of coaching was born through playing Football Manager.She shared this picture from her hospital bedCredit: https://www.instagram.com/emmasaunds/?hl=enShe works for Sky SportsCredit: Instagram / @emmasaunds More

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      ‘If that’s my last game as a reporter, what a way to go out’ – Chris Kamara gives emotional update on return to football

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      LEGENDARY Soccer Saturday presenter Chris Kamara has made an emotional statement after returning to punditry on Boxing Day.He spent 24 years presenting Soccer Saturday alongside Jeff Stelling but stepped back in 2022 after being diagnosed with speech apraxia.Kamara represents the Marie Curie FoundationCredit: PA MediaKamara reported for Soccer Saturday alongside Jeff Stelling for several yearsCredit: SportsfileKamara played professionally for Leeds, Portsmouth, and BrentfordCredit: GETTYThe condition slows down a person’s speech and thought processes.Kamara made the switch to punditry following an extended playing career which saw him feature for the likes of Portsmouth, Brentford, and Luton Town.Kamara made a brief return to presenting in December, reporting on Nottingham Forest’s 1-0 home win over Tottenham Hotspur on Boxing Day for Amazon Prime.It was a dramatic tie, and, in Kammy’s eyes, a great way to cap off his career should it be his final TV appearance.Read more football storiesSpeaking to The Express, he said: “If that’s my last game as a reporter, what a way to go out.”He continued, saying how excited he was to receive the invitation from Amazon: “At that time, I could hardly talk, wasn’t able to remember the players names and was slurring my words.”When my wife told me Amazon had been on the phone I said ‘I know I am getting under your feet, but I’m not delivering parcels!'”Andrew Hornet was on the phone asking me to work for Amazon Prime, covering the Forest v Spurs match with the unbelievable Jeff Stelling – and I loved it!Most read in Football”No anxiety, no slurring, the game was good and Nottingham Forest treated me like a returning hero.”Chris Kamara comforted by Susanna Reid as he breaks down in tears on GMB as he discusses apraxia diagnosisKamara has had other invitations to return to the world of broadcast but chosen instead to focus on charitable ventures, most recently helping to launch Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal 2025.The launch saw him take to the streets of Leeds to represent the charity, donning a bright yellow outfit as he spoke with locals.”Marie Curie’s work is invaluable, providing expert care and support to people, and their families, at the most difficult times in their lives,” he said.”Having faced my own challenges, I understand just how important it is to have the right support when you need it most.”Kamara raised £385,000 for the Marie Curie Foundation in 2011, by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro alongside Brendan Rodgers and Aidy Boothroyd. More