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    Sky Sports Fantasy Football alternatives: The Sun Dream Team launches NEXT week for new Premier League season

    SKY SPORTS have announced their long-running fantasy football game has closed and will therefore not be available for the 2024/25 Premier League season.Thankfully, footy-mad fans can get their fix by playing The Sun Dream Team’s fantasy football game in conjunction with the upcoming campaign.In an update posted on social media on Tuesday, Sky Sports announced: “After an amazing 15 years and engaging well over 1,000,000 players in that time, we have taken the difficult decision to not run Sky Sports Fantasy Football (SKY FF) for the upcoming 2024/25 domestic football campaign.”We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has played and supported the game over the last 15 years.”Wannabe managers will be able to test their knowledge of the beautiful game with The Sun Dream Team this coming season, with a jackpot of £50,000 up for grabs, plus other cash prizes.Right now, Dream Team’s Euros fantasy football game is reaching an exciting climax but the focus will revert to club football next week, when users will be able to dive headfirst into the new season game.Dream Team returns for the 2024/25 season next weekCredit: Dream TeamDream Team will get properly underway when Manchester United host Fulham on August 16th to commence the Premier League campaign.But new Dream Team users should be aware that players will also score points in the FA Cup, Carabao Cup, Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League – more fixtures equals more fun!Once the action is underway, users will have to use their weekly transfers to react to the unfolding action, targeting points through goals, assists, clean sheets, shots on target, big chances created, tackles and other avenues.Users will also have three Boosters to play over the course of the season, each with a special effect that will ensure bumper points if activated at the opportune moments.Most read in FootballMore details will be revealed when the new game launches next week!Dream Team is free to play via the website or app – download now for Apple or Android. More

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    Sky Sports presenter Melissa Reddy stuns in bold outfit as she watches France’s Euro 2024 win over Portugal

    IRISH eyes were sighing with delight at Melissa Reddy’s latest Corking-hot outfit. The Sky Sports presenter chose what she labelled “one of the coolest kits ever” for France’s Euro 2024 quarter-final with Portugal.Melissa Reddy impressed fans with her football topCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyThe presenter’s outfit was rated far brighter than the actionCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyMelissa showed off the Cork jersey in HamburgCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyKylian Mbappe and Co only won on a shootout – but Melissa triumphed emphatically with her surprise look, according to her social media followers.The broadcaster posed in a leather-style slit skirt and a top from League of Ireland side Cork City at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.Quick responses online included: “Fantastic choice,” …”Class jersey in fairness”… and “Smashing jersey that Cork City one!”And reaction from wider afield than Ireland was just as glowing.READ MORE ON EURO 2024″The outfit is gorgeous,” said one admirer.Other viewers contrasted Melissa’s dazzling display with the more dour offering on the pitch.It saw Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, possibly bow out of international football – and in frustrating fashion.The Portugal captain made little impact as a contest of few chances finished 0-0, although he did net his spot-kick when Robert Martinez’s men exited 5-3 on penalties.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYOne viewer told Melissa: “You look better and beautiful than the match itself.”The 37-year-old herself explained her tactical decision in picking a Cork top.And she appeared to reckon critics of the match should… chill out.The South African wrote: “Opted for one of the coolest kits ever in a super cool city to watch an ice-cold Euros match up.”I know a lack of goals is automatically bemoaned as low quality, but some of the defending and individual battles last night!!!””It’s not the stuff of highlights reels and viral social loops, but it is decisive at the highest level, beautiful in its own way on this scale.”A glimpse into Melissa’s glitzy life… Fans love the way Melissa varies her outfitsCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyShe has built up an impressive following on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyBut her main focus is as a reporter for Sky SportsCredit: INSTAGRAM @melissa_reddyShe celebrated her birthday with an exotic holidayCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuP4qogNivU/She updates fans with her travel-filled lifestyle and array of bikinisCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyMelissa travelled to the US last summer to cover MLS All-star’s vs ArsenalCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyFans love Melissa’s insights on the Beautiful GameCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyReddy is a key part of Sky Sports’ rosterCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyHere she chats with Jamie RedknappCredit: GettyMelissa is regularly showered with compliments by fansCredit: instgram @melissa_reddyThe South African Melissa followed her nation at the Rugby World CupCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyMelissa supported the Springboks with her pals in FranceCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyShe wowed in this outfit in ParisCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyMelissa put on a daring outfit on this holidayCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyShe took a well-earned break from her presenting dutiesCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddy More

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    Watch Neal Maupay call out Sky Sports reporter in awkward interview on live TV

    NEAL MAUPAY trolled England in an awkward interview as he insists France will win Euro 2024.Maupay, 27, has made a name for himself as an outspoken and often controversial figure as he dubbed himself the Premier League’s “most disliked player”.Neal Maupay trolled England once more during an awkward interviewCredit: X / SkyFootballMaupay has made a name for himself as a controversial Premier League figureCredit: RexThis time the striker joined Sky Sports to discuss his native France’s drab 0-0 draw with Portugal in the quarter-finals which led Didier Deschamps’ men to the semi-finals after a 5-3 win on penalties.The Everton ace, who spent last season on loan at Brentford, wasn’t daunted by yet another poor display by Les Bleus, who have yet to score a goal of their own on open play.Maupay confidently declared: “They [France] are gonna win it.”The Frenchman was quizzed on whether he insists on that prediction after another disappointing performance.Read More on FootballBut the explosive forward would have none of it, especially from English media after England’s similarly poor performances in Germany.This comes after Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand slammed Deschamps by claiming the France boss was “ruining the game” with negative tactics.Maupay retorted: “As an Englishman you can’t talk about fluidity and the way we play, respectfully.”The reporter proved to be a good sport as he started to laugh after yet another outrageous take by the controversial Premier League ace.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMaupay continued: “But we know how to win, I think. Deschamps knows how to get his team going.”And I’m convinced, we’re gonna win it against England. That’d be even better.” Fan bumps into Premier League star Neal Maupay getting fish and chips and supporters are in stitches at his responseFans were left in stitches with Maupay’s banter and stormed social media.One tweeted: “S***house up to his usual s***housery, why should we be surprised?”Another posted: “This guy isn’t a troll on Twitter but also in real life.”A third wrote: “Ultimate troll.”This fan said: “Nah he’s a real hater.”And that one commented: “How can you not love this top troll?”This isn’t the first time Maupay trolls England during Euro 2024 as he did the same after their disappointing 1-1 draw with Denmark in the group stage when he sarcastically tweeted: “It’s coming home.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe ex-Brighton star also imitated James Maddison’s darts celebration against Tottenham in January, before taking shots at the versatile midfielder on social media.The Frenchman then looked to wind up United ace Scott McTominay, calling him a “fan” after the pair had clashed during a match.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Sky Sports issue grovelling apology to Nottingham Forest after Gary Neville’s ‘Mafia gang’ outburst

    SKY SPORTS has issued a grovelling apology to Nottingham Forest after Gary Neville’s “Mafia gang” comment.The Manchester United legend criticised Forest’s ownership after they released a brutal statement following their chaotic 2-0 defeat to Everton last season.Sky Sports have issued an apology to Nottingham Forest after Gary Neville’s ‘Mafia gang’ commentCredit: GettyNottingham Forest felt they deserved three penalties during their 2-0 loss to Everton in AprilCredit: RexForest issued a brutal statement after the controversial clashForest were raging after being denied what they felt were three clear penalties during their clash against the Toffees on April 21.The club are understood to have sent Sky a legal letter of complaint and today Neville and the broadcasting company released a joint statement.It read: “In response to a Nottingham Forest statement outlining their grievances with PGMOL following their match with Everton on 21 April, Gary Neville, commenting on Super Sunday, strongly criticised Nottingham Forest’s approach.”Sky Sports have discussed with Gary the language used and its potential to cause offence. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Gary has agreed not to use the same or similar terms in future coverage. “Sky Sports apologises to Nottingham Forest for any offence caused by this language.”After the game with Everton, Forest released a statement on social media in which they revealed they had “warned PGMOL that VAR assistant [Stuart Attwell] is a Luton fan”, who were among the sides scrapping to avoid relegation.Neville described Forest’s statement as “like a mafia gang”.Most read in FootballHe said: “I mean, honestly, what the hell are they playing at? It’s like a petulant child, it’s embarrassing.“And some of those things they’re saying in there, the suggestion of some sort of inferring of cheating because there’s an official in VAR in Stockley Park who’s a Luton fan is a scandal, and they will pay for that.”Premier League Fixtures released for 2024/25 seasonNeville also insisted at the time that former referee Mark Clattenburg should resign from his position as a consultant at Forest.And Clattenburg officially resigned from his position in April and has since admitted his role was misunderstood.Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis was furious at Neville’s post-match comments on Sky Sports.The controversial defeat at Goodison Park left Nuno Espirito Santo’s side fearing relegation with the club later demanding audio of the VAR officials.Lucky for Forest they avoided relegation to the Championship by six points despite suffering a four-point deduction for breaching Financial Fair Play regulations. More

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    Clive Tyldesley reveals he was snubbed by four broadcasters including Sky Sports and TNT Sports before landing new job

    CLIVE TYLDESLEY revealed he was turned down by four broadcasters before landing a new job.Tyldesley’s 28 years with ITV came to an end during Euro 2024.Clive Tyldesley with Andy Townsend at Euro 2012Credit: GettyIn 2020, he was replaced by Sam Matterface as ITV’s main commentator and instead took the No2 role.But he was informed by ITV’s football editor that his contract would not be renewed past the last 16 stage of the Euros.Tyldesley has now revealed on his podcast with ex-Aston Villa manager Martin O’Neill that he has signed with US network CBS after a series of snubs.He said: “All I can do is keeping reviewing my own standards, keep making myself available.REAR MORE IN FOOTBALL”If someone like CBS – who have given me a four-year contract to cover Champions League for the USA – show that sort of confidence in me then I can only assure you I will repay that faith by working bloody hard and trying to be as good as I can be.”Tyldesley, 69, revealed he offered himself up to Sky when Martin Tyler left his role as well as making contact with TNT Sports and Channel 4.He said: “I don’t have an agent, as such, I feel as if I’ve actually got better contacts than a lot of agents have.”When Martin was moved aside by Sky, they knew of my position, they decided to take on Peter Drury and I totally respect how popular he is, probably more popular than I am.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But Peter then left Premier League Productions in order to take on that role and another one in the USA.”I made Premier League Productions aware of my availability for the last four or five years.Fans hail mark pougatch’s classy farewell to clive tyldesley live on tv as itv commentator bows out after 28 years”They’ve got a dozen or so commentators contracted, they think they are all better than I am.”TNT, when they took over the BT Sport contract, I contacted them and said I was available, they took on Adam Summerton because they thought he was better than I was.”Channel 4 when they took over the England contract – which they’re now losing back to ITV – I contacted them and said I was available and they took on Steve Bower – who I think is a particularly good commentator.”But what I’m saying is, they’re aware but if you’re shouting from the rooftops because you think I should be doing any of these jobs, believe me I have put myself up for them.”It’s fine, I’ve been a lucky boy in my career. If I never commentate on another football match, I’ve been a lucky boy.”It’s not a tragedy but in answer to the question I keep getting asked, ‘Why have ITV done this?'”I don’t know the answer, you’d have to ask the heads of sport.”EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Moment England supporter is ‘caught on camera putting white powder up his nose’ – sparking Sky Sports review

    THIS is the bizarre moment a football fan appears to put a mystery powder up his nose while celebrating England’s extra-time goal. The footage captures the moment hundreds of fans at Newcastle’s Times Square reacted to Jude Bellingham’s last-minute kick against Slovakia. A bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon up to his noseCredit: TwitterHe then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouthCredit: TwitterDuring the video, a bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon with a substance on it up to his nose, before returning it to a container. He then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouth.The man then proceeds to sing along to Neil Diamond’s hit song “Sweet Caroline” – a popular anthem among England football fans – jumping up and down with the crowd in jubilation. The clip, posted on X, formerly Twitter, has raked in more than 13million views. Read more SportSky Sports are now understood to be reviewing their use of fan footage and urging staff to be “more vigilant”, with a more thorough approach taken in future, MailOnline reports. The footage was aired on Sky Sports News at 6.57pm while former England boss Sam Allardyce discussed the dramatic events of last night’s game. It came after Jude Bellingham’s majestic overhead kick deep into stoppage time saved England from a humiliating Euros exit.Gareth Southgate’s side had been utterly woeful and looked to be heading home thanks to Ivan Schranz’s clever finish.Most read in Euro 2024But Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minute, brilliantly firing into the corner after Marc Guehi had flicked on Kyle Walker’s long throw.Remarkably, it was England’s first shot on target, summing how poor they had been.Inside England’s first training after win over Slovakia as Southgate faces selection headacheBut another one came soon after, as 53 seconds into extra-time, when Harry Kane headed home from close range to set up a quarter-final with Switzerland.Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minuteCredit: RexHarry Kane celebrates scoring the winning goal against SlovakiaCredit: Rex More

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    Watch moment Gary Neville gets interrupted live on TV by England fans as pundits are left in stitches

    GARY NEVILLE was interrupted on live TV by rowdy England fans to leave his fellow pundits in stitches.The former Manchester United full-back performed a double-whammy yesterday for the broadcaster.Jude Bellingham rescued England with a last-ditch bicycle kick against SlovakiaCredit: EPAFans were still singing the star’s name late at night as they interrupted Gary Neville’s analysisCredit: ITVHe firstly joined Ian Wright and Roy Keane in the studio for England’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Slovakia in the last-16 of Euro 2024.Neville celebrated wildly with Wright when Jude Bellingham’s bicycle kick rescued Gareth Southgate and his side with just 85 seconds left before Harry Kane won it in extra-time.The 49-year-old, who was capped 85 times by the Three Lions, then stayed on to work alongside Eni Aluko and Gaizka Mendieta for Spain’s 4-1 triumph against Georgia.Neville had regained his composure by this point during the evening’s coverage and was discussing England’s issues.READ MORE ON EURO 2024However, in the background viewers could hear singing from a group.And just as he was in full rant about what Southgate’s side needed to do to go on and win it, he was suddenly drowned out by a chorus of “Hey Jude” from nearby England fans in honour of Bellingham.Neville could not stop himself from laughing as both Aluko, Mendieta and host Mark Pougatch joined in the chuckling.“We just need a few pints like they’ve had,” joked Neville.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe ex-England No.2 to Roy Hodgson then attempted to try and continue to state his case only for the chant to continue to dominate the airwaves.Neville had earlier slammed Southgate’s tactics and demanded three substitutions were made at half-time against Slovakia.Ian Wright and Gary Neville go wild after Bellingham’s England equaliser… as eagle-eyed fans spot Roy Keane’s reactionEngland were dire in the opening 45 minutes and went in at the break 1-0 down after Ivan Schranz’s strike.With the ex-England right-back saying a change out wide was needed, with Cole Palmer and Anthony Gordon coming on.And Neville wanted Trent Alexander-Arnold to replace Kieran Trippier, so Kyle Walker could switch flanks to left-back.However, he was stunned earlier in the day before kick-off by his old United team-mate.The best of England vs SlovakiaCHECK out all the best action from England’s rollercoaster Euro 2024 last-16 win over Slovakia.Keane shocked Neville with a crude four-word outburst during the coverageKeane tipped the Three Lions to reach the quarter-finals in line with their status as favourites, but it was his follow up remark that had his team-mate in stitches.Giving his prediction for the match, Keane exclaimed: “I can’t see anything but an England win.”In response, Neville said: “He’s gone early, he’s gone early!”England ratings: Bellingham rescues woeful Three Lions as big names, and manager, have a shockerJUDE BELLINGHAM’S majestic overhead kick deep into stoppage time saved England from a humiliating Euros exit.Gareth Southgate’s side had been utterly woeful and looked to be heading home thanks to Ivan Schranz’s clever finish.But Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minute, brilliantly firing into the corner after Marc Guehi had flicked on Kyle Walker’s long throw.Remarkably, it was England’s first shot on target, summing how poor they had been.But another one came soon after, as 53 seconds into extra-time, Harry Kane headed home from close range to set up a quarter-final with Switzerland.It was as close a shave as it comes, and if they play like this against the Swiss, then they will be toast.Here’s how Tom Barclay rated England’s stars… and manager Southgate.Jordan Pickford: 5Appeared to hurt his left hand when taking a big whack in the warm-up, but still played. Fired a lot of long balls and was lucky not to be lobbed by David Strelec’s 45-yard strike.Kyle Walker: 4England’s second-most experienced player had a shocker. He looked uncharacteristically slow, his touch was heavy and his crossing was nowhere near good enough. But it was his long throw that led to Bellingham’s magic.John Stones: 4Said it was time for the senior pros to step up in the build-up to the game, but there was little sign of that until Bellingham did his thing, and he is only 21. Stones fired aimless long balls, gave it away and it was his mistake that almost led to Strelec’s trying his luck from range.Marc Guehi: 5Booked early after Kieran Trippier’s underhit pass meant he had to take out the excellent David Strelec, meaning he is out of the quarter-final. Ivan Schranz bamboozled him for Slovakia’s opener but his flick-on to Bellingham brought the leveller.Kieran Trippier: 4When Jude Bellingham’s good ball found Trippier on the edge of the box early doors, on his favoured right foot, you thought, ‘Here we go’. He smashed it into Row Z.Declan Rice: 5An old-school reducer on Juraj Kucka was a fair tackle, even if it left the 37-year-old hobbling. His curling effort with ten minutes to go cracked against the post.Kobbie Mainoo: 6FIRST start at a major tournament and our only decent performer in an horrendous first half from England. Blasted a volley over but was also booked for a late tackle.Bukayo Saka: 5We all know what a fantastic player Saka is for Arsenal, and for England in games gone by, but he rarely threatened here. Did go the distance though, and in a number of positions.Jude Bellingham: 7 and STAR MANCometh the hour, cometh the man. He had underwhelmed again until the 96th minute, but who cares when you step up like that.Phil Foden: 4Thought he had levelled early in the second half but his tap-in was ruled out by VAR after he was caught being, inexplicably, offside. Just off it all night, in danger of being dropped.Harry Kane: 6Still way off his best – he was nowhere to be seen in the first half and missed a free header after the break – but got it right when it counted in extra time.SUBSTITUTIONSCole Palmer (on for Kieran Trippier, 66): 7FANS were on their feet applauding when Southgate finally made a change and brought him on. So lively and with a lovely delivery, must be in with a chance of starting against the Swiss.Eberechi Eze (on for Kobbie Mainoo, 84): 6Did enough to put off Slovak full-back Peter Pekarik from turning home at close range in extra-time. Looked like he had been hit by a train when Denis Vavro walloped into him.Ivan Toney (on for Phil Foden, 90): 7GRABBED the assist for Kane’s winner by flicking on after a free-kick – which he had won with his strength – had been cleared.Conor Gallagher (on for Harry Kane, 105): 6Southgate rolled the dice in extra-time by trying to shut the game out, taking his captain off for the Chelsea midfielder.Ezri Konsa (on for Jude Bellingham, 105): 6Ditto to Gallagher as Konsa got his first minutes of the tournament in place of the hero Bellingham, which felt a risky strategy.MANAGERGareth Southgate: 3.A lucky, lucky man. Tactically, his team were all long ball, lacked any movement, and did not conjure up a shot on target until Bellingham’s wonder strike – and that came from Walker chucking it in the mixer. Subs took ages in the 90 and then felt risky as he sought to see the game out in extra-time.This prompted Keane to quip: “Story of my life!”The Irishman’s delivery reduced Neville to hysterics alongside him in the studio.READ MORE SUN STORIESKeane and Neville’s relationship dates back to their time together at Old Trafford.The pair made 322 appearances together for United, winning 17 major trophies with the club.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Watch moment George Russell pours champagne all over Sky Sports reporter and then refuses to give him an interview

    GEORGE RUSSELL’S wild Austrian Grand Prix celebrations saw him pour champagne all over Ted Kravitz.The Sky Sports reporter also failed to secure an interview with the British driver in the paddock.George Russell poured champagne over Ted Kravitz before refusing an interviewCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1The Sky Sports reporter was left soaked after the celebrations at the Mercedes garageCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1Russell claimed the second F1 race of his career at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg on Sunday.He capitalised on a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris to take the lead before holding on for the chequered flag.Norris was forced to retire as a result, whilst Verstappen ultimately finished in fifth.After the win, Russell returned to the Mercedes garage with a bottle of champagne.READ MORE F1 NEWSKravitz met the Mercedes man on arrival in search of an interview, only to have champagne poured on his head.The reporter had said: “No, no, no please,” as Russell lifted the bottle in the air.However, he continued to pour it onto Kravitz whilst cheering, before patting him on the chest.Russell then headed into the garage instead of giving an interview, with Kravitz seen joking: “You don’t get away that easily.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe celebrations came after the 26-year-old claimed his first win since the 2022 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz completed the podium ahead of Russell’s team-mate Lewis Hamilton in fourth.Formula One’s Highest EarnersDespite the win, Russell remains seventh in the Drivers’ Championship after 11 races.He will be hoping to build on the victory at his home race next weekend as F1 heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More