Sky Sports

Subterms

    More stories

    • 250 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘There are difficult questions for the FA to answer,’ says Gary Neville as Man Utd legend gives Thomas Tuchel verdict

      by

      GARY NEVILLE believes there are “difficult questions for the FA to answer” after Thomas Tuchel was confirmed as England’s new boss.Tuchel sat down for his first Three Lions press conference after confirming an 18-month deal starting from January.Gary Neville believes Thomas Tuchel’s appointment could be bad news for English coachingThe former Chelsea boss was announced as Gareth Southgate’s successorBut Neville had earlier revealed that it’s the FA who need to answer some questions surrounding the decision not to hire an English coach.The Manchester United legend fears the appointment of German Tuchel as manager will have a damaging impact on coaching in England.Gary Neville told Sky Sports: “I worked under international coaches for England.“I loved playing for England while I was working under Terry Venables, Glenn Hoddle, Steve McClaren, Kevin Keegan… and Sven Goran Eriksson – so I didn’t see any difference in terms of my passion for my country when I played under an international coach.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“But what I have seen over the last 15-20 years is the reputational damage that English coaching has taken. “We are in a rut when it comes to English coaching.“English coaching is one of the least respected big nations in Europe when it comes to taking charge of a football team. “Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese coaches are renowned for their styles of play, for their philosophy.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“We don’t have a clear identity as an English nation, for what we are anymore. “We haven’t built a style, we haven’t got a coach who’s built a style that’s unique to us and we’ve seen coaches from all around Europe come and input their styles into our game.Reporter apologises to Thomas Tuchel for ‘flippant’ comment in first England press conference “And we’ve copied their styles and we’re trying to copy what they do – without really developing our own style.“I think my view is that we need to build an identity as an English country in terms of what our style of play is and let English coaches flourish, and St George’s Park was set up to do that.“The English philosophy of that time was to build English coaches and to try to get English coaches as high as possible in the world.”And Gareth Southgate, I think, has done a great job – but we’ve chosen to go down a different route, and I think there are some difficult questions for the FA to answer.”Tuchel has already faced the media for the first time in a press conference on Wednesday and jokingly apologised for having a German passport.Asked about was being the country’s third foreign manager after Eriksson and Fabio Capello, he replied: “I am sorry I have a German passport.”But I can tell the supporters I have felt my passion for the Premier League and my passion for the country and how I love to live here and work here.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was also revealed that the FA interviewed 10 managers before appointing the former Premier League boss, who was also targeted by Man Utd in the summer.He was asked about choosing England over United – and almost appeared lost for words as he explained his decision.Forgotten England stars could benefit from Tuchel appointmentWITH Thomas Tuchel announced as the next England manager, a few forgotten stars might be hopeful of a return to the international set up.The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager usually uses a 3-4-3 formation.That could provide an opening for Mason Mount, who’s not been involved in the England set-up since the World Cup in 2022.The now Manchester United star enjoyed his most successful spell under Tuchel while the pair were at Stamford Bridge.Tuchel could also offer lifelines to other previously capped players such as Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Eric Dier.RLC has excelled since his move to AC Milan and with England struggling to find a partner for Rice, he could be the surprise answer.Meanwhile, Dier played for Tuchel at Bayern Munich as part of a back-three last season.The defender did enough to convince the club to make his loan move permanent after he had fallen out of favour at Tottenham.Click here to see the full England XI who could play under Tuchel. More

    • 200 Shares159 Views

      in Soccer

      Chelsea handed never-before-seen kick-off time for London derby as fans fume ‘I will not be there!’

      by

      CHELSEA have been handed a never-before-seen kick-off time for an upcoming London derby.The Blues have had SEVEN matches moved in December and January due to the latest round of TV selections.Chelsea vs Brentford has been given a never-before-seen kick-off timeCredit: GettyFixtures over the festive period have now been chosen for live broadcast across Sky Sports, TNT Sports and Amazon Prime Video.Amongst them is Chelsea’s home match against Brentford at Stamford Bridge.The match will now take place at 7pm on Sunday, December 15 due to Chelsea’s Conference League commitments on the previous Thursday.Enzo Maresca’s side travel to Kazakhstan to face Astana just three days earlier on December 12.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSChelsea fans are less than pleased by the unique kick-off time on a Sunday night.Reacting on social media, one supporter wrote: “Brentford at home on a Sunday at 7pm is the most utterly woke nonsense I’ve seen.”Another fumed: “7pm on a Sunday lol f*** off.”To add to the frustrations of the Blues fans, the visit of the Bees will not be shown on TV.Most read in FootballTV fixtures in DecemberHere are all the games that will be televised in December…Tuesday 3 December19:30 Ipswich v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Leicester v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)Wednesday 4 December19:30 Everton v Wolves (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Man City v Nott’m Forest (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Newcastle v Liverpool (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Southampton v Chelsea (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Aston Villa v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)Thursday 5 December19:30 Fulham v Brighton (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 AFC Bournemouth v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)Saturday 7 December12:30 Everton v Liverpool (TNT Sports)17:30 Man Utd v Nott’m Forest (Sky Sports)Sunday 8 December14:00 Fulham v Arsenal (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Chelsea (Sky Sports)Monday 9 December20:00 West Ham v Wolves (Sky Sports)Saturday 14 December17:30 Nott’m Forest v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)Sunday 15 December14:00 AFC Bournemouth v West Ham (Sky Sports)16:30 Man City v Man Utd (Sky Sports)19:00 Southampton v Spurs (TNT Sports)Monday 16 December20:00 Brighton v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)Saturday 21 December12:30 Aston Villa v Man City (TNT Sports)17:30 Crystal Palace v Arsenal (Sky Sports)Sunday 22 December14:00 Fulham v Southampton (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Thursday 26 December12:30 Man City v Everton (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 AFC Bournemouth v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Chelsea v Fulham (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Newcastle v Aston Villa (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Nott’m Forest v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Southampton v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)17:30 Wolves v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:00 Liverpool v Leicester (Amazon Prime Video)Friday 27 December19:30 Brighton v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Ipswich (Amazon Prime Video)Sunday 29 December14:30 Leicester v Man City (Sky Sports)17:15 West Ham v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Monday 30 December20:00 Man Utd v Newcastle (Sky Sports)FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSInstead, TNT Sports will broadcast Southampton vs Tottenham at the same time.Spurs are also in European action on December 12 as they visit Rangers in the Europa League.Chelsea fans love Cole Palmer’s reaction to huge brawl – but work out clever reason why he didn’t get involvedThe Blues will host Brentford at 7pm on Sunday, December 15Credit: GettyTheir fans are equally unimpressed with the fixture change as they face an evening trip to the south coast.Following the announcement, one fan commented: “I will not be there!”Meanwhile, another added: “Since when was a 7pm kick off on a Sunday a thing…”Elsewhere, Arsenal have had eight fixtures moved, including their home clash with Manchester United.The match will now take place at the Emirates Stadium on December 3 at 7.45pm.Ipswich’s Boxing Day visit to North London has also been pushed back to December 27 at 8.15pm live on Amazon Prime Video.Southampton vs Tottenham has also been moved to the same time live on TNT SportsCredit: Getty More

    • 238 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann: Date, start time, live stream, TV channel for title fight following Louie Greene’s withdrawal

      by

      SAM GILLEY is all set to put his Commonwealth title on the line against Jack McGann in London THIS weekend – but McGann wasn’t the initial challenger.Gilley, 30, had been preparing to renew his bitter rivalry with Louie Greene.Louie Greene has withdrawn from his fight against Sam GilleyCredit: GettyBut in devastating news for boxing fans, the Magic Man was forced to withdraw due to injury.However, in steps Liverpool’s McGann who has been granted the opportunity to fight at the top of the bill after originally being scheduled to box Ryan Maycock.McGann ironically bounced back from his defeat against Greene on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou with a TKO win vs Lukasz Barabasz in June.But the champ Gilley will be eager to prove why he has been signed by Queensberry Promotions – Tyson Fury, Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley are also under contract with them just to name a few.Read more on BoxingWhen is Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann?Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann will take place on Friday, October 18.The main card is expected to get underway from 7pm BST.York Hall is the chosen venue for this Commonwealth title clash and it can host approximately 1,200 spectators.What TV channel is Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann on can it be live streamed?Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 3 in the UK.TNT Sports customers can stream the entire action on discovery+ via a compatible mobile or tablet device.Who is on the undercard?Sam Gilley vs Jack McGann; Commonwealth and British Super Welterweight titles (MAIN EVENT)Courtney Bennett v Nick Webb; British Southern Area Heavyweight titleTommy Fletcher v Milans VolkovsRoyston Barney Smith v Carlos RayoLloyd Farrington v Jesus LobetoSam King v Dmitri Protkunas More

    • 250 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      Dan Azeez vs Lewis Edmondson: Date, fight start time, TV channel and live stream ahead of light-heavyweight title bout

      by

      DAN AZEEZ returns to the ring on Saturday night as he looks to move back into major title contention.The Lewisham boxer takes on the undefeated Lewis Edmondson for the British light-heavyweight title.Dan Azeez lost the British light-heavyweight title to Joshua BuatsiCredit: GettyAzeez beat Hosea Burton in 2021 to claim the strap and successfully defended it twice before losing it to Joshua Buatsi in a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender back in February.Since losing the belt, the 35-year-old drew with Hrvoje Sep in a comeback fight at Selhurst Park in June.Now Azeez looks to reclaim the vacant title on the huge undercard of Adam Azim vs Ohara Davies.When is Dan Azeez vs Lewis Edmondson?Dan Azeez vs Lewis Edmondson will take place on Saturday, October 19.The fight will take place at approximately 8.30pm BST, but note that timings are subject to the length of other fights on the undercard.The main card is scheduled to start at 7pm BST.London’s Copper Box Arena will host.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhat TV channel is Dan Azeez vs Lewis Edmondson on and can it be live streamed?Dan Azeez vs Lewis Edmondson will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Mix from 7pm, with coverage moving to Sky Sports Main Event from 8pm.Sky Sports customers can live stream all the action via the Sky Sports app or the NOW app/website.Who else is on the card?Adam Azim vs. Ohara Davies; Super-lightweight (MAIN EVENT)Anthony Yarde vs. TBA; Light-heavyweightDan Azeez vs. Lewis Edmonson for British light-heavyweight titleMichael McKinson vs. Tulani Mbenge for IBO welterweight titleJaemie TKV vs. Franklin IgnatiusFrancesca Hennessy vs. TBAShannon Courtenay vs. TBASam Hickey vs. TBA More

    • 238 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      Anthony Yarde next fight: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card as light-heavyweight star returns to action

      by

      ANTHONY YARDE is back in action this weekend as he returns to the boxing ring for the first time since February. The 33-year-old light-heavyweight star is looking to challenge for world titles again but needs to build some much-needed momentum.Anthony Yarde was beaten by Artur Beterbiev in his last big fightCredit: GettyYarde’s last big fight was in January 2023, when he was stopped by now undisputed 175lbs champion Artur Beterbiev in a pulsating and competitive fight. And he also came up shot against Sergey Kovalev in 2019, losing by 11th-round KO. But now he’ll be looking to get back into the world title picture, with a potential rematch against Beterbiev likely to be on his mind. Yarde’s opponent is yet to be confirmed, however his return will take place on the Adam Azim vs Ohara Davies undercard this weekend. When is Anthony Yarde’s fight?Anthony Yarde’s return to action will take place this weekend on Saturday, October 19.The card is scheduled to start at 7pm BST/2pm ET.Yarde is expect to fight at around 9pm.Ring-walks for the main event between Azim and Davies will get underway at around 10pm BST/5pm ET.The Copper Box Arena in East London will play host.What TV channel is Anthony Yarde’s fight on and can it be live streamed?Anthony Yarde’s fight will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena.You can live stream all the action from the NOW TV and Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Alternatively, SunSport will have round-by-round coverage on our live blog.Full cardAdam Azim vs. Ohara Davies – Super-lightweightAnthony Yarde vs. TBA – Light-heavyweightDan Azeez vs. Lewis Edmonson for British light-heavyweight titleMichael McKinson vs. Tulani Mbenge for IBO welterweigh titleShannon Courtenay vs. Catherine Tacone Ramos – Featherweight More

    • 238 Shares139 Views

      in Boxing

      Sky Sports presenter Anna Woolhouse stuns in see-through outfit for Beterbiev vs Bivol leaving other sports hosts in awe

      by

      SKY SPORTS presenter Anna Woolhouse stunned in a see-through outfit to leave her co-host in awe.The popular TV star fronted Sky Sport’s coverage of Artur Beterbiev’s controversial win over Dimitry Bivol on Saturday night.Anna Woolhouse stunned in a see-through outfit on SaturdayCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She led Sky Sport’s coverage of Artur Beterbiev vs Dimitry BivolCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1The two boxing giants clashed in an incredible light-heavyweight unifier, with both putting their unbeaten records on the line.Bivol looked set to claim victory after producing a masterclass in the Saudi Arabian ring.But with the result going to points, Beterbiev was surprisingly crowned the winner.Fans had plenty to say about the strange decision, with one judge even putting Beterbiev FOUR rounds ahead.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut viewers at home were still left delighted with Woolhouse’s coverage of the big night.A regular on the screen for boxing, Woolhouse dressed in a stunning see-through black outfit.She completed her look with trademark glasses and heels.And Woolhouse, who also hosts Sky’s darts events, had plenty of admirers on social media.Most read in BoxingOne even came in the form of fellow Sky Sports star Natalie Pinkham.The F1 host gushed: “You, Ms Woolhouse, are the best.”Sky Sports Darts host Anna Woolhouse delights fans as she stuns in bold outfit and reveals when she’ll return to screensNatalie Pinkham was among Woolhouse’s host of admirersCredit: GettyPinkham heads up Sky Sports’ F1 coverageCredit: instagram @natalie_pinkhamAnother fan declared: “Absolutely stunning.”One said: “Doesn’t get better than this.”Another noted: “You look amazing.”One added: “Looking wonderful Anna.”Take a look at more of Anna Woolhouse’s glamorous life as a Sky Sports star…Anna Woolhouse is a Sky Sports superstarCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She regularly fronts their boxing showsCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She also takes charge of their darts actionCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1The ace has become a fan favouriteCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She is regularly seen on screensCredit: GettyShe has a host of admirers around the worldCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1 More

    • 238 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      What channel is Beterbiev vs Bivol, Wardley vs Clarke 2 and Eubank Jr? How to watch blockbuster boxing event

      by

      BOXING lovers are being spoilt with three blockbuster fights THIS weekend – and SunSport can tell you what channel to catch them on.Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol will finally go at it for the undisputed light-heavyweight titles.Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol is the main eventCredit: GettyFabio Wardley is all set to fight Frazer Clarke once againCredit: GettyChris Eubank Jr faces Kamil Szeremeta on the undercardCredit: RexFabio Warldey will battle Frazer Clarke in a highly-anticipated rematch after their epic first bout ended in a split draw.While Chris Eubank Jr makes his long-awaited return to the ring against Polish star Kamil Szeremeta.Find out where you can watch all three thrilling matches below.What channel can I watch the fights on?DAZN PPV, Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office will all broadcast the three huge fights.Read more on BoxingTNT Sports and DAZN have both priced the event at £19.99, while Sky Sports are charging customers £19.95.Depending on which PPV you purchase, you can live stream the huge bill on either the DAZN app, discovery+ or Sky Sports Box Office app.The coverage is starting at 5pm BST with the first fight at 5.30pm – the main event is expected between 11pm and 11.30pn.Alternatively, you can follow all the action via SunSport’s LIVE BLOG.Most read in BoxingWho else is fighting on the card?The WBC women’s featherweight title will be up for grabs as reigning champion Skye Nicolson looks to defend her crown against Raven ChapmanAnd Ben Whittaker is set to take on his fellow British compatriot Liam Cameron.What has been said?Several legends of the sport have been weighing in on who they think will come out on top in the main event between Beterbiev and Bivol.This includes former light heavyweight world champion Roy Jones Jr.The American ace said: “That’s a very, very good fight, and I have a hard time predicting it. “I’ve heard that the guys have sparred a few times, and one of them may have gotten the better of the other, but I don’t know. In theory, if I didn’t know that they had sparred before I would pick Bivol.”Because Beterbiev is a puncher, and if he can hit Bivol, he’ll knock him out for sure. Because to me, Beterbiev is one of the best pound-for-pound punchers this game has ever seen. If he can hurt Bivol with his punches, if he can catch him then he has a chance. READ MORE SUN STORIES”So that being said, Beterbiev is a good puncher, but I don’t know if he takes a good punch because he’s been down three or four times in nearly twenty fights. If you’ve been down that much in twenty fights, there’s a problem there. “I really think Bivol has the advantage and I’ll go with him.”  More

    • 188 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      Premier League set for THREE major broadcast changes with revolutionary new-look features including mid-match interviews

      by

      THE Premier League is set for THREE major broadcast changes, according to reports. And the new-look features would transform the way fans watch matches on TV.Broadcasters could get extra access to players and managers with new rulesCredit: GettyCameras in the dressing room could provide plenty more insightIt is suggested half-time interviews with a player or coach will be introduced.Interviews with players who have been subbed off and broadcasts inside the dressing room will also be added to the programming. Reports claim clubs must choose one of the three options for each Premier League game. Currently, media access to players is reserved for after matches.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe likes of Sky Sports and TNT Sports usually speak to one or two stars as part of their live broadcast programme – as well as Match of the Day.At least one player from every team is put up to speak to Premier League Productions.For the written press, they are not guaranteed to speak to any players – even though the footballers are obliged to go through the mixed zone.For the managers, though, they must speak to both the broadcast and written media. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGames that are live on TV usually see the pundits and presenter chat to the gaffers ahead of kick-off, too. But access to managers and players has historically been strictly off limits from kick-off to the full-time whistle. Gary Neville gives behind-the-scenes tour of new job as he misses Sky Sports’ coverage of Aston Villa vs Man UtdHowever, Sky Sports did speak to Marcus Tavernier late on in Bournemouth’s 3-1 win over Southampton on September 30. The unprecedented changes would give extra insight while the matches are going on.In other sports such as rugby and NFL, TV cameras have access to the changing rooms and regularly interview stars or coaches on the sidelines to get their verdict on how things are going. And football fans would no doubt relish the additional broadcast changes.One said on X: “It could add some excitement and insight during the matches.”Another wrote: “Interesting changes! It’ll be fun to hear insights right from the pitch!”A third added: “This is beautiful.”A fourth quipped: “United footage from the dressing room is going to hit numbers.”And a fifth joked: “Imagine being 5-0 down at half-time then you see journalists coming your way to ask you questions…”But others felt other changes were more pressing.One suggested: “We need post-match referee interviews before all this other nonsense.”Another replied: “Clubs will likely just send a player out at half-time for a generic interview. ‘Game of two halves’, ‘try and get the next goal’, ‘defend properly’ etc.”READ MORE SUN STORIESA third typed: “This ain’t necessary.”And a final user simply responded: “No one wants this.”Extra access to Premier League stars would be a major draw for many fansCredit: Twitter / @footballontntPlayers only currently speak to the media after full-timeCredit: Alamy More