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      Jeff Stelling in classy tribute to Laura Woods as former Sky Sports presenter kicks off new talkSPORT job in style

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      JEFF STELLING paid a classy tribute to Laura Woods as he kicked off his new talkSPORT job in style. The presenter left Sky Sports in emotional scenes in May after more than 25 years of service.
      Jeff Stelling on his first day at talkSPORTCredit: talkSPORT
      Laura Woods left talkSPORT for TNTCredit: PA
      But he is already back in the frame after replacing Woods – now with TNT Sports – on the radio breakfast show.
      On his first morning, Stelling said: “I have to say it is great to be here.
      “I’ve been a fan of the talkSPORT breakfast show since the days of Alan and Ronnie Irani and Beaky and Mike Parry.
      “I’m following in some big footsteps as well, those of Laura, but luckily I have the best co-host in the business! Alongside me, Ally (McCoist).”
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      Woods spent three years at talkSPORT but left to join TNT’s revamped team.
      So it left a gap to fill which Stelling gladly jumped into – as it meant keeping his 25 and 23-year-old sons off his back.
      He told SunSport: “I want to say to people that I am not retired. I am just doing something a bit different.
      “My sons, who are 25 and 23, keep collecting fliers from the care homes in Winchester, adverts for stairlifts and things like that. 
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      “They leave them on my desk at home. They take the mickey out of me non-stop.
      “A subtle hint maybe, but I want to show them there is still a bit of life yet.” 
      Former Scottish international McCoist beamed as he welcomed his new colleague on to the show.
      But Stelling hilariously said: “I promise not to shout excitedly every couple of minutes!
      “I promise not to spout stats at you non-stop even on a weekend when Newcastle have beaten Manchester United for a third consecutive time – the first time that has happened since 1922!
      “When Brighton have scored for a 30th consecutive Premier League game in a row and when Leeds United have been drawn away from home in the FA Cup for a 13th consecutive time!
      “Sorry, old habits die hard!” More

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      Sky Sports panel wowed by magician Dynamo on Super Sunday… but unimpressed Roy Keane responds with brutal line

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      ROY KEANE’S brutal response to Dynamo’s magic display had his Sky Sports colleagues in hysterics.The magician had wowed the panel with his trick during their coverage of Super Sunday.
      Dynamo wowed the Sky Sports panel with a series of magic tricksCredit: Sky Sports
      Roy Keane responded with a brutal line that left Micah Richards in hystericsCredit: Sky Sports

      However, Keane seemed unimpressed by what he had seen, delivering a brutal line as presenter David Jones pressed him for his opinion.
      With a wry smile, the former Manchester United captain quipped: “It’s his job isn’t it?”
      His answer had fellow pundits Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher in stitches alongside him in the studio.
      Keane added: “It was excellent. He was very good, I couldn’t suss him out.
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      Dynamo had appeared prior to West Ham’s clash with Crystal Palace to perform a trick on camera.
      Using a piece of paper and a lighter, he mystified Keane, Carragher and Richards by turning a flame into an ice cube.
      He also left the studio speechless with a pair of card tricks during the segment.
      Meanwhile, a stern Keane had earlier shocked United fans after revealing he never had a special bond with Sir Alex Ferguson.
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      Asked about player relationships with managers, he said: “I think it depends on the personality of the manager and whoever the captain of the club might be.
      “From my own experience when I’ve been captain I don’t think it had to be any pals act. It never bothered me.
      “I never had any cosy relationship with any of the managers I ever worked for, I just didn’t believe in it. I didn’t suit my personality.”
      The Irishman made 478 appearances for the Red Devils under Ferguson, winning 17 major trophies including the treble in 1999. More

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      West Brom and Leicester fans fume as Sky Sports coverage cuts out due to ‘temporary fault’ ahead of Championship clash

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      FANS fumed as Sky Sports’ build-up to their live fixture went down.The broadcaster was supposed to be getting ready for Leicester City’s trip to West Brom in the Championship.
      Coverage of West Brom vs Leicester was cut forcing Sky to show replaysCredit: Sky Sports
      None of the warm-ups were available for viewers to watchCredit: Getty
      The programme started at 12pm, 30 minutes before kick-off in the West Midlands.
      But with a technical fault, there was no live coverage.
      Instead, those tuning in to Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football were left disappointed.
      Sky showed old cricket highlights before a replay of Cardiff City vs Swansea City from 2009 then Huddersfield vs Reading in 2017 and 2014’s Derby vs QPR Championship play-off final.
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      The latter started at around 12.25pm, just five minutes before the game was due to get underway with still no sign of the live action being shown.
      A banner on the screen read: “We’re really sorry for the temporary fault and hope to return to the scheduled programme shortly.”
      Plenty of Baggies and Foxes supporters were furious they could not watch the pre-match coverage from The Hawthorns.
      One said: “Hello @SkySports can we have the football on and not highlights of Moeen Ali’s career pls.”
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      Another wrote: “Come on @skysports where is the match?”
      A third commented: “Move the games to broadcast them.. then it doesn’t work. Well done @SkySports you absolute cabbages.”
      A fourth added: “Funny how this never happens for a Prem game, in this day and age this is pathetic from @SkySports.”
      Eventually at 12.30pm with the players on the pitch about to kick off, the cameras cut to The Hawthorns.
      The commentator Gary Weaver immediately said: “Apologies, we have had some major technical issues.”
      He then confirmed there would be slightly reduced coverage with no graphics or replays until the problem was fixed.
      Then the studio presenter David Prutton was overhead speaking off-air.
      Things, though, appeared to be sorted out just in time for the game’s start.
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      Leicester went into the game top of the Championship table, one point clear of Ipswich after a run of just one win in the last four.
      West Brom, meanwhile, started the day in fifth hoping to upset Enzo Maresca’s leaders.
      Sky Sports put on highlights from old Championship matches with no pre-match build-upCredit: Sky Sports
      The game kicked off at 12.30pm with commentary availableCredit: PA More

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      Soccer Saturday legend Chris Kamara set to bravely sing live on TV show after being diagnosed with speech apraxia

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      CHRIS KARAMA will make an appearance on ITV show Get Britain Singing.The Soccer Saturday legend revealed last year he was suffering with a condition known as speech apraxia.
      Chris Kamara will be appearing on ITV Show Get Britain SingingCredit: Splash
      Kamara revealed in 2022 that he was suffering with a condition called speech apraxiaCredit: PA
      The condition is a neurological disorder that affects the body’s ability to perform natural motor functions.
      One symptom is making talking difficult, with sufferers knowing what they’d like to say, but having trouble communicating their words.
      But brave Kammy will take up the microphone and sing on the ITV programme.
      The broadcaster confirmed his appearance as part of their “Christmas TV extravaganza” in its Get Britain Singing campaign where celebrities will sing a host of classic tunes.
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      The campaign is one part of the Get Britain Talking initiative, which sees stars discussing their own experiences with mental health.
      Kamara, who will play the role of Ghost, will be joined by The Masked Singer favourites Russell Watson (Cockroach) and Aled Jones (Traffic Cone) on the show.
      They will be up against four other teams to be crowned champions.
      Good Morning Britain stars Kate Garraway, Charlotte Hawkins, Alex Beresford, Laura Tobin and Dr Amir Khan will be one of the five groups.
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      Other stars from some of TV’s biggest shows including Love Island, EastEnders and Coronation Street will also be competing.
      Kamara, 65, worked on Sky Sports between 1992 and 2022.
      He broke down while appearing on Good Morning Britain last month to talk about his condition.
      In the emotional interview, he said: “I get upset talking about it.
      “I was in denial. I was ashamed I couldn’t speak.”
      As tears filled his eyes, GMB host Susanna Reid, 52, leant over the the desk to hold his hand.
      He continued: “I didn’t want to be a burden, that’s the thing.
      “I have spent so long looking after my family and I didn’t want them to be in a position where they were looking after me.”
      In an interview last December, Chris told The Sun: “The doctor said if I’d gone in those first two or three months and had my thyroid checked then I might have been okay.

      “But because I left it, everything happening in the body — the balance, the muscle weakening — came from the fact I didn’t tell anybody.
      “I feel I’ve let my wife and family down by being a dinosaur and not getting checked out.” More

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      Sky Sports made major last-minute change before Everton vs Man Utd with decision slammed as ‘deeply troubling’

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      SKY SPORTS made a controversial decision to not air an interview with the Mayor of Greater Manchester in which called for the Premier League to drop Everton’s 10-point deduction, according to reports. Andy Burnham, who has served as mayor since 2017, has been an outspoken critic against the point penalty which was dished out after a breach of league financial rules.
      Andy Burnham has expressed his concern at a change from Sky SportsCredit: Rex
      Sky pulled an interview with Burnham before the Everton v Man Utd gameCredit: Getty
      The match was Everton’s first since a 10-point deductionCredit: AFP
      Burnham holds a season ticket in Goodison Park’s Gwladys Street stand.
      In an interview with the Daily Mail, he claims to have conducted an interview with Sky Sports prior to Man Utd’s 3-0 win over Everton on Sunday.
      However, the footage never made it to air, and Burnham has now called for an explanation as to why.
      He told the Mail: “I don’t know why it wasn’t broadcast and I’d very much like an explanation.
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      “As a former Cabinet Minister, I don’t expect third parties to decide what I can and cannot say.”
      Burnham served in Gordon Brown’s Labour government between 2007-2010.
      Sky reporters at press conferences on Friday were told not to ask about the deduction, with those covering the game at Goodison Park on Sunday also allegedly being reminded of their “editorial responsibilities”.
      The Mail’s report says Sky Insiders claim the move was made in light of the death of former England manager Terry Venables.
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      Reports before the game suggested Sky may lower the volume of crowd chanting as furious Evertonians launched a protest.
      However, Sky say they did not turn down the volume on a number of explicit anti-Premier League chants as they were not loud enough to warrant the move.
      Sky also did not show a banner flown over the Etihad during Manchester City’s clash with Liverpool which said: “Premier League = corrupt.”
      Burnham admitted he was concerned by the move from the broadcaster.
      He said: “There seems to be a wider picture here with views expressed by Evertonians at the game being silenced too.
      “I find all this very troubling. They’ve have denied us our points. It surely can’t be right to deny Evertonians our voice as well?”
      A Sky Sports spokesperson said: ‘Sky Sports has covered this news story extensively across our TV and digital channels, taking a fair and balanced approach to our reporting as always.’
      Burnham, who did appear Sophy Ridge’s Sky News show on Monday, previously accused the Premier League of an “abuse of process”.
      In an open letter, he said: “I have today written to the Premier League to register a formal complaint about the treatment of Everton.
      “In summary, trying to introduce new rules in the middle of an ongoing case amounts to an abuse of process and regulatory malpractice.
      “I am not saying Everton do not have a case to answer. They do. What I am saying is the process which led to the ten-point deduction is flawed.
      “The ruling should be declared null and void and a new process started following agreement on a sanctions policy with the 20 clubs.” More

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      F1 fans tell Martin Brundle ‘never change’ after iconic Sky Sports reporter ‘owned security guard’ on live TV

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      F1 fans couldn’t help but chuckle after Martin Brundle had a little run-in with a security guard at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.The Sky Sports F1 broadcaster was going about his usual pre-race grid walk before the final GP of the season when a burly security guard prevented him from passing through the paddock.
      Martin Brundle has got himself into plenty of awkward situations during his grid walksCredit: Getty
      Brundle was prevented from proceeding down the paddock by a security guardCredit: SKY SPORTS F1
      Brundle, ever the professional, stayed calm and composed as the bloke tried to stop him from proceeding.
      The former McLaren man said: “This guy sorta keeps getting hold of me. You have to let go, my friend.”
      The security guard was robust with his response to the British racing legend, saying: “I’m not going, I’m just blocking.”
      Brundle, however, didn’t back down and insisted he be granted permission to proceed.
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      He said: “You have to let go. Because we’ve got a job to do.”
      The exchange went viral and amused several watchers on.
      One commented: “Martin Brundle is a f***ing legend. No one gets hated more than someone being mean to him
      Another said: “HAHA no one holds back Martin Brundle on his grid walk.”
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      Defending F1 champion Max Verstappen won the Abu Dhabi Grand PrixCredit: EPA
      And another said: “Martin Brundle getting into grid walk arguments will always be the best genre of Martin Brundle.”
      One remarked: “Martin Brundle needs to be protected at all costs. His grid walk is the highlight of the weekend.”
      Another chimed in: “I never want Martin Brundle to change. He owned that security guard.”
      Red Bull’s Max Verstappen started the final grand prix of the season in pole position and crossed the chequered line first to sign off another spectacular season in style.
      The Dutchman won 21 of 22 races this season and became the first driver in F1 history to be on pole for 1000 laps. More

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      Terry Venables’ incredible Euro 96 England squad and where they are now from Sky Sports pundit to waistcoat-wearer

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      LEGENDARY boss Terry Venables guided England to the semi-final at Euro 1996.The tournament had fans across the country believing football was coming home until the Three Lions were beaten by Germany on penalties.
      Terry Venables led England as fans dared to dreamCredit: Getty
      The Three Lions made the semi-finals and lost on penaltiesCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      From Alan Shearer and Teddy Sheringham destroying Holland to Paul Gascoigne’s incredible goal and dentist chair celebration in victory over Scotland, and who can forget a nervy shootout 4-2 win over Spain in the quarter-finals?
      Euro 96 has a special place in the hearts of many.
      Venables united a country and following the sad news of his passing, SunSport take a look at where that iconic England squad are now.
      David Seaman
      Seaman was vital at the home tournament, saving a penalty in the shootout win against Spain and against Scotland in the group stages.
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      The 60-year-old starred on Dancing on Ice in 2008, where he met wife Frankie.
      He now lives a quiet life and often goes fishing.
      Tim Flowers
      Flowers played between the sticks for the likes of Southampton and Blackburn during his career.
      Since hanging up his gloves, he has forged a career in management with Macclesfield Town, Barnet and most recently Gloucester City – where he left in September this year.
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      Ian Walker
      As third choice goalkeeper at Euro 1996, the ex-Tottenham and Leicester stopper could be easily forgotten by some.
      Walker has worked as a coach in China with Super League club Shanghai Port since 2014.
      Ian Walker (left) alongside David SeamanCredit: AFP
      Gary Neville
      Neville was England’s youngest starter at the tournament and Venables showed huge trust in the soon to be Manchester United icon.
      He is now one of the faces of Sky Sports as a pundit and commentator.
      Neville was keen for Venables to continue as manager beyond Euro 1996 and labelled him one of England’s best ever coaches.
      Phil Neville
      Gary’s younger brother Phil made his England debut in a friendly just before the Euros kicked off.
      After enjoying a lengthy career at Man Utd and Everton, Neville retired and begun coaching.
      He has since held roles in charge of the Lionesses, Inter Miami and this month he landed another managerial job in the MLS with Portland Timbers.
      Tony Adams
      The no-nonsense centre-back and Arsenal legend captained the Three Lions at the iconic tournament.
      He had managerial spells with Wycombe, Portsmouth, Azerbaijani team Gabala and Spanish side Granada.
      Adams starred on Strictly Come Dancing last year and he now raises money for charity after battling alcoholism.
      Adams was skipper at Euro 96Credit: Rex
      Gareth Southgate
      Southgate missed the crucial penalty in the semi-final defeat to Germany.
      He is now England’s waist-coat wearing manager, who went one beyond Venables at Euro 2020 as the Three Lions made the final.
      Gareth Southgate missed a penalty in the semi-final shootoutCredit: Getty
      Steve Howey
      Howey played for Newcastle during the summer of 1996.
      He has since had a career on radio and can be hired as an after dinner speaker.
      Sol Campbell
      Campbell was at Tottenham at the time football nearly came home – before he controversial move to Arsenal.
      The centre-back has been in the dugout as a manager but now no longer wants to be on the touchline following studying at the prestigious Harvard University.
      Stuart Pearce
      Pearce’s passionate celebration after scoring in the shootout against Spain will never be forgotten.
      The man nicknamed “Psycho” has worked as a manager and coach at a host of clubs as well as England’s Under-21s.
      Pearce is nowadays often heard chatting all things Premier League on the radio with talkSPORT.
      Stuart Pearce was England’s left-back for Euro 1996Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Darren Anderton
      Anderton’s career was plagued by injuries but he managed to feature in all five of England’s games at Euro 1996.
      He now works as a pundit in Canada.
      Nick Barmby
      Barmby managed just one appearance en route to the semi-finals.
      He took charge of Hull for one season in the 2011-12 campaign and last worked as a coach at Scunthorpe in 2019.
      Paul Ince
      Paul Ince ran the show in the England midfield and played for the likes of Man Utd, Inter Milan and Liverpool.
      He returned to management last season with Reading, nine years after last stepping into the dugout with Blackpool.
      Ince left the Royals in April this year and has since been out of work.
      Paul Ince up against Switzerland in the group stagesCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      David Platt
      Platt was one of the most experienced members of the England squad in the summer of 96.
      He coached for several years at Manchester City and now shares his experience at a grassroots club Boundary Park.
      Paul Gascoigne
      The England legend was one of the most much-loved players in the squad and Venables was able to get the best out of his talent.
      Since retiring Gazza has battled mental health and alcohol problems.
      Paul Gascoigne starred in the tournamentCredit: Getty
      Jamie Redknapp
      A young Redknapp made just one substitute appearance at the tournament.
      He is now a well-dressed face of Sky Sports as a pundit and as a star of hit show A League of Their Own.
      Steve McManaman
      McManaman was a tricky winger that gave the Three Lions pace and creativity on the flank.
      He now features as a co-commentator on TNT Sports.
      Steve McManaman is now a commentator and punditCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Steve Stone
      Stone was at Nottingham Forest when he was called up to the England squad for the Euros.
      He now works as part of Sean Dyche’s coaching team at Everton after previously working with him at Burnley.
      Alan Shearer
      The Premier League all-time leading goalscorer won the Golden Boot at Euro 96.
      Shearer is now a pundit on Match of the Day.
      Alan Shearer was top scorer with five goalsCredit: Reuters
      Teddy Sheringham
      Sheringham netted twice as England smashed Holland 4-1 in the group stages.
      Since retiring, the striker has won thousands as a poker played, managed in India and dressed as a tree in the Masked Singer.
      Les Ferdinand
      Ferdinand may have been one of the Premier League best striker but he surprisingly didn’t play a minute at Euro 96.
      He stepped down as QPR’s director of football in the summer.
      Robbie Fowler
      Fowler had only recently burst onto the scene and the iconic tournament was his first in an England shirt.
      He most recently managed in the Saudi second tier with Al-Qadsiah.
      Fowler guided them to six wins in eight games but was shockingly sacked last month.
      The iconic ‘it’s coming home’ song was born in 1996Credit: Offside Sports More

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      Fans hail Adam Smith as ‘voice of boxing’ as Sky Sports legend does live TV interview on DAZN after cancer fight

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      VIEWERS were as thrilled as Adam Scott as the “voice of boxing” returned to live TV after winning a “brutal” fight with cancer.The Sky Sports legend told DAZN it was “fantastic” to be back ringside for Katie Taylor’s revenge bid against Chantelle Cameron in Dublin – after being in hospital for the first fight.

      Katie Taylor, left, and Chantelle Cameron had a gruelling Dublin re-matchCredit: PA
      And armchair sports fans were overjoyed to see Scott behind a microphone after he departed from Sky after 29 years earlier this month.
      Viewers said, “When he spoke it just felt so right” and “It’s so nice to see him back”.
      And featherweight hopeful Ellie Sctoney posted: “Adam Smith is just the voice of boxing isn’t he.”
      A fourth observer wrote: “Can’t tell you how pleased this made me. Actually… I can. I was f***ing delighted to see him back!”
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      Scott himself was also enthralled to be so close to the action again.
      He said: “It’s great to be here, it’s great to be alive. It’s fantastic, I’m cancer free, back at ringside.”
      He added: “I’m here for Katie Taylor, an old friend of ours.
      “My wife’s over there. My kids will be watching at home. We’ve gone through the whole Katie Taylor story.
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      “She’s been the queen for Ireland, the gem here. The atmosphere is phenomenal.
      “I couldn’t make it to the first fight with Chantelle Cameron. I was still in hospital and I wanted to be here for the rematch.”
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