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      ITV in major broadcasting change as they hire legendary Sky Sports pundit for Euro 2024 coverage

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      GREAT Scot Graeme Souness will return to TV for Euro 2024.The pundit, who left Sky Sports last season, has been signed up by ITV and will start with Scotland v Germany on June 14.ITV have made a key hire for their Euros coverageCredit: PAGraeme Souness will join ITV’s punditry team this summerSouey recently returned to viewers’ screens with ITV for Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United in the quarter-final of the FA Cup last month.He appeared alongside his old sparring partner Roy Keane and Ian Wright for the channel.Souness never formally retired from punditry and declared himself “still very much open for business” after he left Sky.He did appeared for England’s clash with Scotland at Hampden Park last year, which England won 3-1.Read more football newsThe fixture was played to mark the 150th anniversary of the first international fixture.Souness also appears regularly on talkSPORT, as he vows not to give up on giving his opinions on the game.He told The Telegraph: “I will never retire.“I will be retired when the phone stops ringing. I know we have to be very careful with what words we choose now, but you must be as honest as you possibly can, consistently.Most read in Football”And just be real. That is becoming more and more difficult for the guys who are doing it now.”He disagreed with the notion that pundits should be required to have achieved it all in order to analyse the top level.Awkward moment Joe Cole’s jaw drops on Channel 4 as Graeme Souness calls current England crop the real Golden GenerationHe added: “That is like saying Arsene Wenger or Jose Mourinho shouldn’t have been great managers.“There are people I will listen to. There are people I think ‘no, you have nothing I’m going to learn from you at all’. That is only me.”Back in February, he told Simon Jordan on their podcast that his radio and charity work has kept him busier than ever. More

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      Sky Sports commentator points out Arsenal ‘weakness’ repeatedly targeted by Brighton

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      KAREN CARNEY reckons Arsenal’s title hopes could be derailed by teams targeting Oleksandr Zinchenko.The left-back lined up in Saturday’s crunch 3-0 win at Brighton which sent the Gunners back to the top of the table.Oleksandr Zinchenko was described as Arsenal’s weak link against BrightonCredit: ReutersKaren Carney reckons teams could target Zinchenko in the title run-inCredit: PABut he was given a torrid time down the left flank by Simon Adingra.Zinchenko struggled to keep up with the speedy winger.And he was also penned back by Brighton’s high press when trying to get forward himself before being hauled off for Takehiro Tomiyasu with 20 minutes remaining.Carney drew attention to the way Roberto De Zerbi’s men repeatedly targeted Zinchenko during the first half,.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd fellow pundit Theo Walcott, a former Arsenal star himself, believes the Ukrainian needs to buck his ideas up if the Gunners are to finally go a step further than last season and claim their first title since the Invincibles.Carney said: “They’re targeting Zinchenko, can they be a bit more patient?”Walcott added: “What they’re doing well is isolating Zinchenko in one-on-one situations.”He’s never comfortable going back towards his goal.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFans also reacted, saying: “Get Zinchenko off.”Another declared: “Zinchenko’s mental lapses, frustrating to say the least.”Arsenal fans love Leandro Trossard’s celebration as he silences Brighton fans after being booed on return to AmexOne noted: “Zinchenko worries me though.”Another added: “Zinchenko better not be played against Bayern.”Zinchenko joined Arsenal in 2022 from Man City in a £30million deal and has two goals in 63 games.The 27-year-old said at the weekend he’d walk away from his career with the Gunners to fight in his native Ukraine against Russia if called up to the army.Zinchenko said: “I think it’s a clear answer. I would go [to fight].”I know maybe some people might think that it’s much easier … for me being here [in London] rather than being there [in Ukraine]. “I really hope that this war will end soon.”Zinchenko’s career statsThose numbers in full:

      Ufa, 2014-2016: 33 games, 2 goals

      PSV, 2016-17: 17 games, 0 goals

      Man City, 2017-2022: 128 games, 2 goals

      Arsenal, 2022-2024: 63 games, 2 goals

      Trophies: Premier League x4, FA Cup, Carabao Cup x4, Community Shield (Man City) More

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      Sky Sports Soccer Saturday host explains why he won’t ‘doing a Jeff Stelling’ on live TV after his team score

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      SOCCER SATURDAY host Simon Thomas resisted doing Jeff Stelling’s iconic celebration after Norwich scored against Ipswich.The Canaries secured a vital 1-0 win in the East Anglia derby against Ipswich.Simon Thomas resisted doing Jeff Stelling’s iconic celebration when he found at Norwich scoredHartlepool fan Stelling would do a little dance when his side scored during Soccer SaturdayCredit: sky sportsIn the second-tier clash, Marcelino Nunez’s free-kick in the 39th minute was all Norwich needed to salvage their promotion hopes this season. And Sky Sports presenter and Norwich fan Thomas was “delighted” to receive the news on air that his side scored against their East Anglian rivals Ipswich.But unlike former Soccer Saturday host Jeff Stelling who would do a little dance on live TV when his beloved Hartlepool netted a goal – Thomas decided to be “impartial”.As he said: “A couple of these guys said ‘Why don’t I do a Jeff?’READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Because this is the Championship. This is a massive game. And I’ll do my best to remain impartial but that is delightful news.”The Canaries hold onto sixth place in the Championship – the last spot for the play-offs for promotion to the Premier League.And Ipswich losing today means Leicester City overtake the Tractor Boys.Kieran McKenna’s squad had been on stellar form overtaking the Foxes in the table in recent weeks.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut now behind on one point, Ipswich have some catching up to do in their next clash against Watford on Wednesday.Meanwhile, Norwich have five games left of the season.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersDavid Wagner’s side faces Sheffield Wednesday next, who are on the brink of relegation.Fixtures against Preston North End, Bristol City, Swansea and Birmingham City follow. More

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      Shocked Simon Thomas says ‘something I never thought I’d say on Soccer Saturday’ as he reveals why match was abandoned

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      FANS of Edinburgh City and Montrose would have been just as bemused as Simon Thomas for why their game was abandoned.The two sides were going head-to-head in a Scottish League One clash.Screengrab taken from Edinburgh City’s Twitter account shows the corner flag bent in half before the gameBut, the match had to be suspended for an unusual reason.It was one that caused an astonished Thomas to pause before he explained on Gillette Soccer Saturday.He began: “The game has been abandoned due to wind problems.”Something I never thought I would say on a Gillette Soccer Saturday.”Read more football newsEdinburgh City confirmed the game was suspended on their X account.They wrote: “The match has been called off due to heavy winds and unplayable conditions.”We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”After just 10 minutes, Edinburgh City’s social media hinted to the appalling weather conditions.Most read in FootballThey shared: “10” The wind is crazy but it’s been end to end so far! 0-0.’Montrose also confirmed the game was off on X.Sky Sports Soccer Saturday host forced to resist ‘doing a Jeff Stelling’ on live TV after goal in huge derby clashThey wrote: “GAME ABANDONED Due to the strong winds from Storm Kathleen, the ref has called proceedings to a halt after just 24 mins.”Storm Kathleen hit the UK with 70mph gales – as huge waves batter the coast and a river bursts it banks while other parts bask in 22C.The Atlantic storm has sparked travel delays, power cuts and could cause life-threatening debris along the west coast from Cornwall to Scotland.Saturday has provisionally become the hottest day of the year so far with 20.9C recorded, the Met Office said.The mercury topped out in Santon Downham, Suffolk, on Saturday afternoon.But while it was hot for some, it was very wet for others as snaps showed the River Ouse had burst its banks in York, flooding the city.A yellow wind warning is in place for the whole west coast and Northern Ireland until 10pm tonight. More

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      Championship club’s fans fume ‘this needs looking in to’ as they’re handed incredible 32nd TV game this season

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      LEEDS UNITED fans have been left calling foul play after a whopping 32nd fixture was moved for television.Daniel Farke’s side are flying high in the Championship as they look to try and secure an instant return to the Premier League.Promotion-chasing Leeds have been chosen for TV for a mega 32nd time this seasonCredit: ReutersWith just six matches remaining, Ipswich currently lead the way with 87 points.Leeds are a point behind them in the second automatic promotion spot, while Leicester City have played one fewer game and sit on 85 points.Viewers across the country and world will be glued to the screen to watch how the extraordinary Championship promotion race plays out as it reaches climax.Now they can start planning on when to tune in after Sky Sports released their latest round of TV picks for the penultimate round of matches before the final day.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever, a few eyebrows were raised when it was announced that Leeds’ final away game of the campaign had been switched.Farke’s men were due to play at QPR on Saturday 27 April, but now that has been moved forward a day to an 8pm kick-off.That means that it is another late finish on a Friday for Leeds, who will also face a challenging journey back to West Yorkshire.Amazingly, that will be the 32nd time out of their 45 second-tier games that they have played in front of the cameras.Most read in ChampionshipCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd they are expected to be chosen for the final day, when they host Southampton on May 4, along with Ipswich and Leicester should all three still be in contention.However, the confirmation of another game being moved for the cameras has infuriated some supporters who fear it could derail their promotion push.Fans call for Sky Sports to hire singing Argentine commentator after brilliant melody to Calvert-Lewin goalEspecially as the QPR match comes just days after their Monday night trip to Middlesbrough that will be live on the air.One fan fumed: “This needs looking into, this is going to affect us in a negative way, they shouldn’t be allowed to get away with this.”They then added: “@LUFC need to strike and say no.”Another said: “Disgusting @SkySports !!!! Absolute shambles. Ruining football even more!”A third commented: “This is absolutely ridiculous. 3 days between fixtures in a promotion run in and 3 weeks notice of fixture change.“When are the club going to make a stand?”READ MORE SUN STORIESA fourth said: “When are club going to make a stand ? Football is for the fans. Football kicks off at 3pm on Saturday.”While a fifth added: “This makes me so mad. Literally our promotion race could come down to scheduling where we are at a disadvantage due to lack of rest and prep.” More

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      Laura Woods makes awkward blunder live on TNT Sports as ex-talkSPORT host says ‘I might be getting fired for this’

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      LAURA WOODS was left red-faced and joked she might get fired after an embarrassing slip of the tongue live on air.The much-loved 36-year-old has caught the eye recently holidaying in Mexico with boyfriend Adam Collard.Laura Woods was left red-faced after an embarrassing slip of the tongue on TNT SportsCredit: TNT SportsThe much-loved host used to be the voice of talkSPORTCredit: GettyWoods has also made headlines with her bold outfit choices since becoming the face of TNT Sports coverage last summer.That was after she left her role as breakfast show host on talkSPORT after three years.However, the presenter got herself in a right muddle as she introduced the show on TNT Sports for last night’s Manchester City vs Aston Villa clash.Phil Foden went on to steal the show in a 4-1 win for the champions, but it was a night to forget for Woods.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLTeeing up the coverage right at the start, she said: “The title race takes centre stage as we hit the middle of a mammoth Premier League midweek on talkSPORT.”Eagle-eyed viewers spotted the error, and Woods owned up herself right at the end of the show as she made fun of herself.Recapping the evening’s results, she signed off with: “There’s more football tomorrow, Liverpool-Sheffield United and Chelsea against Manchester United.“Don’t forget, you can enjoy it all at once on the brilliant Discovery Plus app, but I might not be there for much longer because I said talkSPORT.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER“So they might be firing me pretty soon!“They’re [talkSPORT] up there so hello guys, I’ll be back with you imminently.”Laura Woods can’t keep her hands off boyfriend Adam Collard as loved-up couple snog on the beach in MexicoShe then turned to pundits Rio Ferdinand and Jolean Lescott and joked: “Shall we talk about Aston Villa? You just can’t get the staff nowadays.”Woods struggled to contain her emotions when she said her final farewell on talkSPORT last summer live on-air.She said: “Thank you everyone. I’ve done all the speeches and stuff, so I’ll try not to bore you as I know lots of you just want to know what’s going on in sport like where Declan Rice is going.“There’s just a final couple of things I wanted to say. Whoever gets this job next, whoever has the pleasure of sitting in this chair, I don’t think I realised until I got it the impact you can have on people’s lives.“That’s been the biggest thing I’ve learnt, the power of this station and this chair and the people you get to work with.“This job is the best thing you will experience. The people you get to speak to, everywhere you go, this station is just a cut through.”Woods was at the Etihad for Man City’s win over Aston VillaCredit: GettyThe beautiful star often steals the show with her outfit choicesCredit: InstagramWoods made an emotional farewell to talkSPORT last summerCredit: talkSPORT More

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      Referee hailed for ‘touch of class’ as he stops Leeds vs Hull clash on Sky Sports to applaud in emotional scenes

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      FOOTBALL fans have hailed referee Josh Smith for temporarily stopping Leeds United vs Hull City on Monday night.The Championship clash was brought to a halt in the 25th minute as both teams joined fans and coaching staff in a moment of applause.Referee Josh Smith has been praised for temporarily stopping Leeds vs HullCredit: SKY SPORTSPlayers were applauding alongside Smith who had stopped the game to allow for everyone to take a moment to remember two Leeds fans who lost their livesCredit: SKY SPORTSFans faced towards a touching banner and applaudedCredit: skY sportsReferee Smith appeared to put a pause on the game so that attention could be brought to the applause that was taking place inside Elland Road.Leeds United supporters were clapping to remember the tragic deaths of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight in 2000.The pair sadly lost their lives in Istanbul while following Leeds after they were stabbed ahead of the Uefa Cup semi-final with Galatasaray on April 5, 2000.Leeds supporters held up a banner to pay tribute to them both that read: “Chris and Kev – Never forgotten”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans around the stadium turned towards the banner and applauded while the referee ensured that everyone paid their respects by pausing the game.Supporters watching on from home loved the gesture from Smith to allow an uninterrupted moment of remembering for Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight.Many took to social media to praise his decision online, with one writing: “Touch of class. By all involved”.While a second added: “Absolute class from the ref stopping proceedings.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third lauded Smith for not only stopping the game, but joining in with the applause too. They wrote: “Well done the referee – stopped play and applauded.”Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promiseWhile a fourth suggested that the official had risked being marked down by his assessors for his decision to stop play, but was impressed by his actions nonetheless.They added: “Referee Josh Smith stopping play here is an extremely classy move. I’m not sure if he’ll get marked down by his assessors for doing it but he absolutely shouldn’t.”The match returned to action shortly after with Leeds United leaving it late to score a crucial winner to maintain their place in the Championship title race.Hull had held their Yorkshire rivals at 1-1 for the majority of the game but saw their hard work undone in the 88th minute.Another big influence from the referee saw him award a penalty with just a few minutes to go which was converted by Crysensio Summerville to give Leeds the lead.Dan James then put the cherry on top of the three points with a stunning goal from the halfway line in the 97th minute after Hull keeper Ryan Allsop had come up for a corner and left his goal wide open on the counter attack.Dan James secured a crucial win for Leeds with a late stunnerCredit: Getty More

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      Sky Sports forced to abandon Wardley and Clarke interviews after Brit boxers rushed to medical teams after bloody war

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      SKY SPORTS abandoned their post-fight interviews with Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke so the pair could be rushed to receive medical attention following their brutal draw.The heavyweight thriller ended in both men having their hands raised after a bloody brawl in London.Fabio Wardley, left, and Frazer Clarke, right, fought to a bloody drawCredit: ReutersWardley, right, was left with a busted, broken noseCredit: ReutersClarke was dropped heavily in the fifth round but recovered to finish the fightCredit: ReutersAnd Sky Sports’ commentators confirmed after the contest that neither boxer would be speaking on the broadcast as they required medical assistance.It is custom for fighters to be interviewed in the ring or on the apron immediately after the decision.But this was not the case here as the pair sought expert help for their respective injuries.British champion Wardley, 29, who narrowly clung onto his belt, suffered a HORRIFIC broken nose in the fight and was spitting blood throughout.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe also fought on with a badly swollen eye.However, he still inflicted significant damage on Olympic bronze medallist Clarke – who swallowed a number of huge shots and was dropped heavily in the fifth round.Eventually after the broadcast, Clarke did conduct an interview once he had received the medical attention he needed.He said: “We didn’t bring the title back to the dressing room, so we are a little bit down and gutted.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I felt I did enough to win it, even though he had a few good attacks.”I hope he wants to run it back. If it was as much of a classic as the fans seem to he saying, then the fans deserve to see it again.”Britsh boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show Clarke was then seen visiting Wardley in the champion’s dressing room.And Wardley could hilariously be heard joking: “Oh, won’t you f*** off, mate?” More