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      ‘If he wants to pay’: Roy Keane accepts Ruben Amorim’s offer to meet Man Utd legend live on TV

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      ROY KEANE accepted Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim’s offer to take him out for dinner… but insisted the Portuguese coach will be paying.The new Red Devils boss, 39, revealed earlier this week some of the club legends he would love to spend some time with.Roy Keane accepted Ruben Amorim’s dinner offer live on Sky SportsCredit: Sky SportsAmorim took charge of his first game as Manchester United boss on SundayCredit: APAs well as Keane, they also included Eric Cantona, Rio Ferdinand and Sir Alex Ferguson.Amorim then elaborated on his admiration for legendary Man Utd midfielder Keane in an interview with Gary Neville.He said: “He was a player that I really liked. I know he’s a little bit crazy!”But he was a massive player, and I like players with character.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was not just what Roy Keane did on the pitch; it was the way he influenced the others. I think that is very important.”You must have this kind of player in the big clubs and I hope we’ll have, in the future, players like Roy Keane.”Keane was asked about Amorim’s proposal live on Sky Sports ahead of Man Utd’s 1-1 draw with Ipswich on Sunday afternoon.To which he replied: “If he wants to take me out for dinner and he wants to pay for it, that is well and good!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMan Utd ratings vs Ipswich as Onana saves Amorim from embarrassment in first game as bossMANCHESTER UNITED began the Ruben Amorim era with a 1-1 draw away at Ipswich.Marcus Rashford needed just 81 seconds to put the Red Devils in front at Portman Road, tapping home an Amad Diallo cross.But Ipswich hit back when Omari Hutchinson’s strike flew in via a deflection off Noussair Mazraoui.And it was the newly-promoted side who looked likelier to get a winner in the second half.Here is how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett saw the performances of the Man Utd players…ANDRE ONANA – 7/10United’s best player. Two key stops to deny Liam Delap but no chance for the deflected Omari Hutchinson goal.Then delivered an 87th minute save to keep out an effort from Conor Chaplin.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI – 5Slotted in on the right of the three-man defence but unfortunate with the deflection for the goal.MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 5Has been suspect this season and will probably be better suited to a back three although still given a tough time by Delap.JONNY EVANS – 5The 36-year-old was targeted by Ipswich for his lack of pace and no surprise he was replaced.AMAD DIALLO – 6Did incredibly well to bomb past Jens Cajuste and deliver the cross for Rashford’s early goal but offered little else.CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 5Some nice touches going forward but too lightweight in this position in front of the back three.CASEMIRO – 4Lucky to start ahead of Manuel Ugarte and was really poor.Struggled throughout before being subbed and could maybe have got a block to the Hutchinson shot.DIOGO DALOT – 5Not suited to left wing-back although stayed there when Luke Shaw arrived because the English international replaced Evans in the back three.BRUNO FERNANDES – 5Some of his link-up play was fine but United need a captain who can inspire this team and Fernandes is not the man.Sent a free-kick flashing past the post with 12 minutes left.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO – 5Twice called over by Ruben Amorim in the first half for instructions.Denied by a decent save from Aro Muric 50 seconds into the second half.MARCUS RASHFORD – 6Criticised for his basketball trip to New York so to score after 80 seconds was two fingers up at his critics – but did not offer much after that.SubsUgarte (for Casemiro 56 mins) – 6Shaw (for Evans 56 mins) – 6Hojlund (for Rashford 67 mins) – 5Zirkzee ( for Eriksen 67 mins) – 5Mount (for Garnacho 87 mins) – 5Earlier this month, Keane, who won seven Premier League titles at Old Trafford, cited the lack of running as the biggest issue Amorim needs to address as Erik ten Hag’s successor.He said: “People look at the manager, but I don’t care if you’re playing in front of 80,000 or 80 people – you run – you’ve got to run in this game.Awkward moment Ed Sheeran politely asked to leave after gatecrashing Ruben Amorim interview live on Sky Sports”This team doesn’t run, that’s a big problem – lack of talent as well – but we sit here all the time saying they’ve really talented players.”But if you’re not going to run, you’re going to get nowhere fast.”Amorim needs A LOT of time on training pitch to fix Man Utd… unfortunately he won’t get it, writes Charlie WyettIN theory at least, the only way is up for Manchester United, writes Charlie Wyett.We are nearly a third of the way through this Premier League season and it is still staggering to see United lurking in 12th place.They have managed just four wins with a goal difference of 0. Only Everton, Crystal Palace and Southampton have scored less.It is certainly not a false position and a point at Ipswich illustrated the massive job that Ruben Amorim faces.United’s fans sang the name of their new manager throughout the game.They also gave the players rapturous applause on the final whistle and although this was an improvement on some of the performances this season, the bar has been set pretty low.The club’s optimistic supporters will see that their team is only six points off the top four.  Ultimately, though, it is difficult to see United even reaching last season’s final position of eighth as they look worse.United’s patched-up defence will improve – and a three-man formation at the back will help them – but you have to wonder where the goals are going to come from. Marcus Rashford struck after 81 seconds and then went missing for the rest of his 68 minutes on the pitch.Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee were also introduced in that double change midway inside the second half but added absolutely nothing. What a terrible couple of signings they have proved to be and United’s fans would swap both of them for Ipswich’s Liam Delap.Amorim did not celebrate the Rashford goal and paced around his technical area throughout looking uneasy.Each time there was a break in play, he called over players for instructions.Alejandro Garnacho headed over to the touchline on a couple of occasions while there were also words for Diogo Dalot, Casemiro and Jonny Evans.Amorim, a manager with infectious enthusiasm, will be hopeful he can get his message across to all of the players in the next few weeks.But the problem for the Portuguese coach is that this was the first of 10 games in the space of 33 days.What he really needs are spells on the training ground without a midweek game but he does not have that luxury. More

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      Ipswich and Man Utd forced to play WITHOUT VAR after fire alarm at Stockley Park

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      VAR was not in operation during some of Ipswich’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United after a fire alarm at Stockley Park.Sky Sports confirmed the incident during coverage of the first half when the Red Devils led 1-0 thanks to an early Marcus Rashford strike.VAR was not in operation following the fire alarmThe fourth official appeared to be telling managers Kieran McKenna and Ruben Amorim of the situation at Stockley Park.Premier League Match Centre tweeted: “The match will be operating without VAR until further notice due to a fire alarm at the VAR Hub at Stockley Park.”VAR resumed before the end of the first half.Reacting to the mishap, one fan said: “Can we do this every week?”While another added: “Fire alarm at VAR loool what the hell man 😭.”And a third replied: “VAR turned off? Nice one.”Man Utd had made the perfect start to the Amorim era with a goal in just 81 seconds.Amad Diallo found Rashford who tapped home from close range for his second Premier League goal of the season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Ipswich got on top before the break and equalised in the 43rd minute thanks to a deflected effort from Omari Hutchinson.Amorim lined up in his familiar 3-4-3 formation with Noussair Mazraoui in a back three alongside Matthijs de Ligt and Jonny Evans.Man Utd hardman Roy Keane and Sky Sports presenter blind rank BISCUITS before Ruben Amorim’s first match_1Yet it was a largely disappointing display from Man Utd as Ipswich overwhelmed them. More

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      Man Utd hardman Roy Keane and Sky Sports presenter blind rank BISCUITS before Ruben Amorim’s first match

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      ROY KEANE and Kelly Cates have blind-ranked biscuits ahead of Ruben Amorim’s debut as Manchester United manager.The Portuguese coach takes charge of the Red Devils in their Premier League clash against Ipswich Town.Roy Keane and Kelly Cates blind-ranked biscuitsCredit: INSTAGRAM @SKYSPORTSKeane and Cates’ minds were on other things hours before kick-off as they blind-ranked biscuits.The pair started the ranking by putting Viennese biscuits in the last spot.Next up was the classic custard creams which was placed into second by the former Manchester United hardman.Keane then definitively put Ginger Snaps into the third spot and Jammie Dodgers in the fourth.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLotus Biscuits was put into a lowly ninth place, while Nice Biscuits was fifth.Chocolate Digestives were put sixth and plain versions were dropped to eighth.Keane’s “love” of Bourbons was enough to see them clinch the top spot, while Malted Milks had to settle for seventh.However, after seeing the Malted Milks pop up, Keane admitted that he would have rather put them in first place.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I made a mistake, I would have put that one top.”But I am happy with that [overall].”Roy Keane reduces Ian Wright and Gary Neville to tears with crude comments about Premier League icon Fans loved the video as they reacted on social media.One posted: “Roy Keane and Kelly Cates ranking biscuits? Now that’s Super Sunday content!”A second wrote: “No respect for the Viennese Whirls.”A third joked: “As a biscuit connoisseur myself, this list is an abomination.”A fourth said: “Like Roy more by the day, Love a malted milk, a man of culture.”Another added: “Basically, Roy loves biscuits.”Keane will be on duty for Sky Sports for Man United’s clash against Ipswich Town.The clash will spell the start of the Amorim era at the club as he was appointed as the replacement for Erik ten Hag.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe new man is expected to hand a fresh start to forgotten star Mason Mount.He has claimed that he has two positions in mind for the former Chelsea midfielder.Bourbons earned the top spot on the listCredit: INSTAGRAM @SKYSPORTSKeane and Cates’ biscuit ranking in fullHere is Roy Keane and Kelly Cates’ full biscuit blind-ranking in full…1. Bourbons2. Custard Creams3. Ginger Snaps4. Jammie Dodgers5. Nice biscuits6. Chocolate Digestives7. Malted milk8. Plain Digestives9. Lotus biscuits10. Viennese biscuitsWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Savage moment Sky Sports presenter Martin Brundle snubs Playboy bunny and Baywatch beauty at Las Vegas GP

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      MARTIN BRUNDLE brutally snubbed the opportunity to interview a Playboy icon at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.The Sky Sports presenter spoke to several stars on his Vegas grid walk, including Gladiator 2 actor Paul Mescal and Olympian Noah Lyles.Martin Brundle spoke to Olympic gold medallist Noah Lyles during his grid walk at the Las Vegas Grand PrixCredit: SKY SPORTSBrundle was then offered the chance to speak to former Playboy star and actress Jenny McCarthyCredit: SKY SPORTSThe Sky Sports presenter politely declined the invitationCredit: SKY SPORTSBrundle’s brutal snubbing of the actress went viralCredit: GETTYAmong the celeb attendees was former Playmate and actress Jenny McCarthy, whom Brundle was offered the chance to interview.But he politely declined to interview the American star as he did his famous grid walk.After walking away from his chat with Lyles, a man tapped Brundle on his shoulder and asked him: “Jenny McCarthy?”A confused-looking Brundle replied by saying: “It’s okay, it’s okay.”READ MORE F1 NEWSBrundle, who was without sound due in his ear to a technical issue, then proceeded to continue walking up the grid.Footage of his snubbing of the former Playboy star went viral and soon became the talk of F1 fans.One wrote on X: “Martin Brundle wanted nothing to do with that Jenny McCarthy interview lmaoooo.”Another said: “Classic.”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJenny McCarthy used to be a Playboy bunnyCredit: PAMcCarthy starred in the ‘Scream’ movie seriesCredit: REUTERSAnd another said: “The scream I scrumpt when he said that!”One remarked: “It’s brilliant.”Max Verstappen chokes back tears as he thanks Red Bull on team radio after winning fourth F1 world titleAnother chimed in: “Hahahaha Martin Brudle just gave the most shade to Jenny McCarthy.”One gobsmacked viewer said: “Martin dodging Jenny McCarthy goes down in my top moment from this race already.”Some F1 fans, however, were disappointed Brundle rejected the opportunity to interview the bombshell.One wrote: “Martin Brundle passes on talking to Jenny McCarthy. To be clear, I would not pass on that opportunity.”It was a British one-two in Sin City as Mercedes duo George Russell and Lewis Hamilton finished in first and second place respectively.Max Verstappen could only muster a fifth-placed finish in the Vegas desert.Max Verstappen finished fifth in the Vegas GP but secured his fourth title on the spinCredit: GETTYBut it was enough for the Dutchman to win his FOURTH title on the bounce.An emotional Verstappen said over the Red Bull team radio: “What a season. “It was a little more difficult than last season, but we pulled through.”He added: “It has been a long season and we started amazing, almost like cruising.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And then we had a tough run but we kept it together as a team, kept working on improvements and pulled it over the line.”To stand here as a four-time world champion is something I never thought possible so standing here relieved in a way but also proud.” More

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      Sky Sports commentator stunned by ‘one of the strangest reactions to a goal I’ve ever seen’ by Watford fans

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      WATFORD fans’ bizarre celebration of one of their goals against Plymouth Argyle left a Sky Sports commentator absolutely stunned.The Hertfordshire side drew 2-2 with Wayne Rooney’s troops at Home Park, with Vakoun Issouf Bayo opening the scoring for the visitors with a tap-in inside the 18-yard-box.Vakoun Issouf Bayo opened the scoring in Watford’s 2-2 draw with Plymouth on FridayCredit: GettyBut Watford fans didn’t celebrate the goal for nearly six seconds after the ball had hit the back of the netCredit: REXBut the travelling Hornets fans seemingly didn’t realise the Ivory Coast international had broken the deadlock as they celebrated SIX SECONDS after the ball had hit the back of the net.And Sky Sports commentator Don Goodman was left stunned, saying: “Well, that was one of the strangest reactions to a goal I think I’ve ever seen from an away section.”They had no idea where the ball had good.”You see it nestle in the back of the net. [Well], what they could see.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe clip of Watford fans’ delayed celebrations went viral and received a slew of comments on social media.One wrote on X: “Interesting reaction lol.”Another said: “Fans were buffering.”And another said: “Watford fans watching on the fire stick.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAndre Gray secured a point for Plymouth with a stoppage-time equaliserCredit: REUTERSOne remarked: “Was the away fans watching this on Netflix?”Another chimed in: “Interesting reaction.”I grabbed director of football by the throat and picked him off the floor in front of my team-mates, reveals Troy Deeney Andre Gray put Argyle back on level terms in the 23rd minute, although Watford restored their lead just before half time through Ryan Porteous.But the spoils ended up being shared thanks to a stoppage-time equaliser from former Hornet Gray.Watford will be back in action on Tuesday night, welcoming Bristol City to Vicarage Road.Plymouth, meanwhile, will travel to Carrow Road to take on Norwich City. More

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      England star, 31, opens up on second career as a mortgage advisor after battling way up from non-league

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      TYRONE MINGS never takes being a Premier League footballer for granted – he and his parents know all about the pain of rejection.Though he has reached the pinnacle – as one of almost 1,300 people in 152 years who have represented England at senior level – he remembers what it was like to be at the bottom.Tyrone Mings has revealed he worked in a bar and as a mortgage advisor while working his way up the football pyramidCredit: GettyThe defender suffered a serious injury last year that kept him out for the entire seasonCredit: PAAnd as he makes a slow return to the Aston Villa first team following a horror ACL injury that sidelined him for 14 months, he can take pride in the perseverance he showed during an unorthodox journey.It was 15 years ago that Mings was released by Southampton’s academy as the club struggled financially and slashed their youth budget.From there, he toiled away in the lower depths of the pyramid, earned a scholarship to prestigious Millfield School in Somerset and then paid his way by working in a BAR and as a MORTGAGE ADVISOR.In a new Sky Sports documentary – Chasing the Dream – Mings talks about his background in pubs, offices and non-league dressing rooms.Read More on EnglandHe recalled: “I joined Southampton’s academy at the age of eight, right until 15 or 16. Then got released.“It probably hit my parents harder than me. They were never pushy parents.“But as a parent, you want to see your child fulfil their dreams and be happy. At the time, I was physically weak. But mentally I’ve always been quite strong.“So, I never begrudged the decision they (Southampton) made. I never think they made a mistake.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“My mum wrote to every one of the 72 clubs in the Football league. I got trials at 4-5 different clubs.“Being at Millfield was amazing. I got a mixture of a football scholarship and a bursary. It was really comprehensive.’It felt like the beginning of the end for Harry Kane’ says Man Utd legend as he admits fears for England captain “It put me in some real uncomfortable situations. My family didn’t have much money growing up.“But the wealth at the school meant you had to find something else to make you cool. I always had football.“We trained 4-5 times a week, played once or twice. I probably got a better education than if I had been just at a football club.“I left school and worked in a pub first. Did a bit of labouring. Realised that wasn’t for me. I worked in field sales. Then I went to become a mortgage advisor.”His first Sliding Doors moment came in a charity game aged 18 alongside his dad – Mings played at left-back – when he was spotted by the boss of Yate Town, based in Gloucestershire.Mings recalled: “I had no idea what was going on. The shirt didn’t fit. Shorts didn’t fit.“But playing against seasoned professionals taught me a lot about looking after yourself. I was there for just over a year before I moved to Chippenham Town.”The next pivotal occasion came in a trial game at Ipswich in late 2012 when they were managed by Mick McCarthy – and within days he was moving to Suffolk.Mings, 31, said: “I rocked up with my Chippenham kitbag. They must have thought: ‘Who on earth is this?’“My mentality and the fact I didn’t really care who I was playing alongside – I could hold my own in men’s football – was probably the deciding factor for him signing me.“It all happened within the space of two days. I went from being a mortgage advisor to training with the Ipswich first team.“It was a bit of a whirlwind, the first two years of being a professional footballer.”Mings tells his story to former Stoke boss Tony Pulis, who is raising concerns about the welfare of young academy footballers and the failure rate.An investigation by Sky Sports News claims 1.65m boys play the national sport but less than one per cent make it into a professional club academy.Mings said: “My best piece of advice I’d give is to keep it fun for as long as possible.“Sometimes the pressures of academies, if you aren’t enjoying it, it’s a really tough place to be.READ MORE SUN STORIES“If you love what you do, of course, you’ll be able to get through the tougher times.”Chasing the Dream is available on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football, with all episodes on demand from Sunday November 24. More

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      Fears for Martin Brundle’s future on Sky Sports as pundit tips iconic reporter to follow F1 legend out the door

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      MARTIN BRUNDLE could be the next pundit dropped from Sky Sports F1 after Damon Hill’s exit.That is the view of Johnny Herbert, who himself was dropped by the broadcaster in 2022.Martin Brundle could be the next iconic star shown the door at Sky Sports, according to Johnny HerbertCredit: AlamyHerbert suggested Damon Hill was dropped because of criticism of Max VerstappenCredit: GettyHill had criticised Verstappen for ‘dangerous’ tacticsCredit: GettyThree-time Formula One race winner Herbert, 60, joined at the same time as 1996 world champion Damon Hill.However, it was announced last week that Hill would be departing Sky Sports F1 at the end of the season.Brundle was among those to pay a touching tribute to the 64-year-old, writing on social media: “Damon I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of both racing against you and commentating on you in F1, working alongside you on SkyF1, and decades of friendship. “It’s been a blast, with much more to come.”READ MORE IN F1But Herbert reckons it may soon be the likes of 65-year-old Brundle or even commentator David Croft who are next shown the exit door.Although he also believes that Hill’s criticism of Red Bull driver Max Verstappen was also a factor in the decision.Speaking to FlashscoreUSA.com, Herbert said: “I don’t know whether it was [Hill’s] decision or Sky’s, to be honest.”Was it an enjoyment factor? Potentially. I know he got criticism for the Max scenarios and maybe he felt, ‘You know what, I don’t need that.’Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”There is change going on. If he was pushed, then you wonder what could happen to Martin Brundle and David Croft.”Before the Brazil GP, Hill had accused Verstappen of “using dangerous tactics” to race and using fear and intimidation by using his car as a weapon.Watch Rowan Atkinson ‘do Martin Brundle impression to Martin Brundle’ without Sky Sports F1 reporter having a clueReferring to Verstappen’s double run in with Lando Norris at the Mexico Grand Prix, Hill had said: “The second move was just daft and Dick Dastardly stuff.”He accelerated to the apex and drove Lando off the track and Lando didn’t have much option. That was silly driving.”Hill then doubled-down on his thoughts on Sky Sports before Brazil, adding: “Yes, I do. I think that he [Verstappen] is using fear and intimidation.”I think he also has explained a little bit more about his tactics, which has been that he regards it as a gamble. “Sometimes it may pay off and sometimes he may get the better of the stewards, they might not apply a penalty. “But he’s also using it as a way of compromising the title contender in Lando Norris.”So, there’s some logic, there’s some method, to his angriness, if you want to call it that, on the track.”He, as he says, he knows what he’s doing, but is it right and is it fair? And I think there’s also rules…. to ensure fairness, and we shouldn’t be condoning driving cars off the track.”Herbert claims Hill was left “unhappy” with the backlash he received for voicing his views on Verstappen.He added: “He was very unhappy at the crazy level of abuse he got over his Max comments.”Maybe all that negativity made him decide.”Announcing his exit, Hill said: “It’s been a fantastic 13 years with Sky Sports F1 but all good things come to an end.”I will miss the most impressive bunch of professionals it has ever been my pleasure to have worked with. Looking forward to new challenges.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe F1 title looks set to be wrapped up by the Dutchman in Las Vegas as he only needs to better the score of McLaren’s Norris by three points to secure a fourth title in a row.Verstappen took almost complete control of the title race after a brilliant recovery drive around a wet Brazil circuit as he raced from P17 to finish first, while Norris only finished P6 after starting on pole.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      ‘He’s got to be the man, surely’ – Jeff Stelling names his favourite to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

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      JEFF STELLING believes there is only one man up for the job of replacing Gary Lineker on Match of the Day.There are several candidates mooted to replace legend Lineker, who will step down after 25 years at the end of the season.Jeff Stelling believes Mark Chapman should be the next presenter of Match of the DayCredit: Getty Images – GettyChapman is the host of Match of the Day 2Credit: PAGary Lineker will step down after 25 years at the end of the seasonCredit: ReutersFormer footballers and presenters have been linked to the role but Stelling believes the BBC should appoint Mark Chapman.He pointed to Chappers’ good sense of humour, with the Match of the Day 2 host already familiar with several pundits too.Stelling told The Telegraph: “Chappers is the man for the job. Great presenter, nice sense of humour, good rapport with the guests, he’s got to be the man, surely.”Stelling, 69, knows all too well what it is like to step down as a presenter from an iconic role, having left Soccer Saturday after 25 years in 2023.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe now presents talkSPORT Breakfast but he saw big changes during his time at Sky Sports, including the departure of several close colleagues as the company sought to appeal to a new demographic.The BBC could adopt a similar strategy to finding Lineker’s replacement, something Stelling is sceptical of.He continued: “Demographics? I’ve never bought the stuff about a new demographic.“It’s a forlorn pursuit to look for a younger audience that probably aren’t interested in the programme anyway by having younger presenters, influencers, social-media types. I’ve never believed that was the way forward.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“Call me old-fashioned, but I’ve always felt the way to attract an audience of any demographic is to make sure you put out a high-quality product. “If the programme is watched by mums and dads in their forties, make sure it is good enough so that when the new generation reach their forties it is something they want to watch.Gary Lineker will stop presenting Match of the Day the end of this season at and will quit Beeb by 2027“If I’m going to hear somebody talking about a football match, I’d rather it was somebody who had played the game and is able to see things people like me standing on the terraces can’t see, than is a big figure on social media.”Who could replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host?GARY LINEKER dropped the shock news that he is QUITTING Match of the Day.The popular presenter, 63, took over hosting duties on the flagship BBC programme from Des Lynam in 1999.But after more than 25 years in the studio hotseat, he has called time on his MOTD gig.But as part of a huge shake-up, the BBC is considering rotating the presenters on a weekly basis.So with Lineker vacating the chair, new names will step into his giant boots. But who could they be?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, is the obvious early favourite to follow on from Lineker as MOTD presenter.He already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night plus landed the presenting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.ALEX SCOTTScott gets the nod from the Beeb bosses when Lineker is away.The former right-back, 40, is used to presenting the Saturday night show as well as live match coverage – plus ticks the box as a former England international.GABBY LOGANLike Scott, Logan, 51, is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.She has done most gigs since joining the BBC in 2007, including Olympics, Sports Personality of the Year and Final Score.MICAH RICHARDSLineker’s top pick to replace him is exuberant former Man City defender Richards.The departing host told his close pal, 36, on their Stick to Football podcast: “I’d love to see you take over Micah, I think you’d be brilliant in the chair.”JASON MOHAMMADMohammad could earn the “promotion” from Final Score to Match of the Day.The 51-year-old Welshman – who took over from Logan in 2013 – is one of the BBC’s top earners already and is more senior than fellow Final Score and BBC Sport broadcaster Kelly Somers, who could in theory become the main live host for the afternoon slot.JEFF STELLINGHe couldn’t, could he? While Lineker has been the face of Saturday night TV for football fans for years, the face of the afternoons was Stelling in his role as Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday presenter.He would bring plenty of on-screen charisma, wit and legendary TV expertise – but at nearly 70 and currently with talkSPORT, the Hartlepool fan would not be a cheap or long-term appointment. More