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      Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling ‘put on GARDENING LEAVE’ by TV broadcaster after quitting iconic show Soccer Saturday

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      SKY SPORTS legend Jeff Stelling has reportedly been placed on gardening leave after leaving the broadcaster.Stelling called time on his position as host of Soccer Saturday after 30 years.
      Jeff Stelling has been placed on gardening leave by Sky SportsCredit: Getty
      He announced he was leaving Soccer Saturday in AprilCredit: Getty
      Reports earlier this week suggested Stelling had been in talks with Amazon and the BBC over a return to broadcasting.
      However, this will now not be happening until at least NEXT YEAR.
      That is according to the Daily Mail, who report Stelling has been placed on gardening leave until December.
      The report adds the 68-year-old has no plans to retire.
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      Stelling revealed he would be leaving Sky in late April.
      He announced: “I’ve been at Sky for more than 30 years and loved every moment of my time as part of the Soccer Saturday team.
      “It is now the right time to move on and give Sky Sports viewers a break from my relentless rants, bad gags and over-the-top celebrations of Hartlepool United goals.
      “It’s been a lot of fun – for me at least!”
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      Sky are yet to announce their replacement for the broadcasting icon.
      SunSport exclusively revealed in May how Sky presenter Adam Smith was in pole position to fill the void, while reports later on stated colleague Julian Warren was also being sounded out.
      The broadcaster has also been hit with budget cuts elsewhere, with beloved show Soccer AM also being axed.
      Host John Fendley announced his departure from Sky earlier this week following the show’s cancellation.
      Legendary commentator Martin Tyler has also departed, replaced by Peter Drury, along with six reporters. More

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      Who is Sky Sports presenter Anita Nneka Jones?

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      ANITA Nneka Jones is a television sports presenter watched by millions each week.She has gone on to become a formidable force in the fast-paced world of football.
      Anita Nneka Jones has become a popular face in the football worldCredit: Instagram/anitannekajones
      Who is Sky Sports presenter Anita Nneka Jones?
      Anita is a British-Nigerian sports reporter born in London.
      She is bilingual and speaks both English and Spanish and is a fan of football, rugby and tennis.
      Her early presenting career saw Anita working in local radio and TV, through the BBC but it was her passion for sports that catapulted her career.
      Thanks to her fluency in Spanish, Jones managed to conduct an exclusive interview with Unai Emery impressing audiences.

      She quickly rose through the ranks of the BBC’s Kick Off Trainee Sports Reporter scheme and went on to become a regular presenter of Arsenal Nation Live – Arsenal’s matchday show.
      Anita also co-presented and produced the BBC’s Women’s Sports Show.
      She presented live from a number of iconic sporting events including the London Marathon, Epsom Downs horse racing, The Championship and Wimbledon.
      Jones has stated that she wants to “be a positive representative and role model for women in a male-dominated industry”.
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      She is also a prominent voice regarding endometriosis a condition where the tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places including the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
      Anita has suffered with endometriosis since she was 14 but was only officially diagnosed with the condition in her 20s.
      Advising other women who may be suffering in silence, she said: “Push to see a specialist, a gynaecologist, and then if you have endometriosis , do an ovarian reserve test after your first surgery.
      “We’re not taught these things. And even if you don’t have it, so many women have problems getting pregnant.”
      How long has Anita Nneka Jones been a presenter on Sky Sports?
      Anita has worked for Premier League Productions since September 2020.
      Her role includes live reporting at Premier League games, co-presenting 20 In 20, football player interviews in both English and Spanish, and she is a back-up presenter for Fanzone.
      She has hosted coverage of the Premier League on Sky and CBS Sports in America.
      Is Anita Nneka Jones on Instagram?
      The sports lover is on Instagram under the username anitannekajones.
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      Jones has 20,000 followers (June 2023) and describes herself as a TV presenter and reporter.
      Many of her posts include her sports reporting world but she also posts glam pics including a racy snap of herself in a bikini. More

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      Sky Sports favourite QUITS after eight years as cuts continue and he announces ‘full time for me’

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      SOCCER AM host John Fendley has announced he is QUITTING Sky Sports. It comes after Sky’s decision to axe the show amid a raft of budget cuts.
      Soccer AM presenter John Fendley, left, has announced he is leaving Sky
      In a short statement on his Twitter page, he wrote: “Some of the crowd are on the pitch, they think it’s all over. It is now. Full time for me.
      “Thanks to @skysports for some amazing memories.
      “Looking forward to the future and whatever might come my way. See you all very soon. Fenners x.”
      Fendley and co-host Jimmy Bullard were said to be “fuming” at the news of the shows axing.
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      The pair took a swipe at show bosses in the first broadcast after the announcement.
      He has worked as the host of Soccer AM since 2015, but worked on the show as a producer between 1997 and 2007.
      Fans were gutted at the announcement, with one saying: “All the best Fenners, good luck in your next chapter…”
      A second wrote: “Good luck in the future Fenners, and thank you for entertaining us for so many years. Look forward to seeing what comes next. All the best.”
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      A third typed: “You’ve been class mate. No doubt you’ll be a roaring success at whatever is next. I look forward to it.”
      “All the best legend. Hopefully your next venture isn’t too far away,” added a fourth.
      While a fifth said: “Good luck Fenners and thank you for the many years of laughter and football ⚽️💙⚽️.”
      Fendley, also known as Fenners, is the latest big name to call time on their career at Sky.
      On Saturday it was confirmed legendary commentator Martin Tyler would not be continuing with the broadcaster.
      Sky have also axed six of their 13 reporters, including one whose commentary went viral.
      Meanwhile, they reportedly handed 31-year veteran Geoff Shreeves an ultimatum, telling him to take a huge pay cut to continue his role. More

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      Sky Sports presenter stuns in bikini on holiday and is branded ‘amazing’ leaving fellow TV hosts in awe

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      SKY SPORTS presenter Anita Nneka Jones has wowed fans by posing in a bikini on holiday.The British-Nigerian has hosted coverage of the Premier League on Sky and CBS Sports in America.
      Anita Nneka Jones shared this snap of her on holidayCredit: Instagram @anitannekajones
      She has established herself as a well-known sports presenterCredit: Instagram @anitannekajones
      But following the end of the 2022/23 season, she took some time to jet off on vacation.
      And she shared an image to her Instagram which showed her wearing a bikini in a pool in the sunshine.
      She added the caption: “My imaginary ‘Out of the office’ was on for like 4 days 😫😂…
      “Back home and packing for the next work trip ✈️✈️🙏🏽🙏🏽 Filter: sunlight 😂.”
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      Anita received swarms of positive reaction to the image – which she posted for her 20,000 followers.
      And fellow TV presenter Cindy Marina, named Miss Albania Universe, responded: “Ok you look amazing 🔥.”
      Former England cricketer Ebony Rainford-Brent also added her reaction, saying: “Glowing 🔥.”
      Meanwhile, Wolves presenter Gemma Frith replied: “Omg this is where we went on pre-season last summer! 😍😍 You look amazing.”
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      Albanian TV host Cindy Marina commented on Anita’s latest snapCredit: INSTAGRAM @cindymarinaa
      Anita has 20,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @anitannekajones
      She is enjoying some downtime after the end of the football seasonCredit: Instagram/anitannekajones
      As well as being a successful sports presenter, Anita has also been a prominent voice in the discussion around endometriosis.
      Diagnosed with the condition in her 20s, she spoke out on the battle last year, saying: “Don’t let a doctor tell you that’s normal.
      “Push to see a specialist, a gynecologist, and then if you have endometriosis, do an ovarian reserve test after your first surgery.
      “We’re not taught these things. And even if you don’t have it, so many women have problems getting pregnant.
      “We don’t know why; I don’t know why.”
      Anita hosts Premier League football coverage for Sky and CBS SportsCredit: Instagram/anitannekajones
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      Jeff Stelling ‘in talks with two huge broadcasters about new role’ weeks after stepping down from Sky Sports

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      JEFF STELLING is reportedly in talks with both Amazon and the BBC – just weeks after his departure from Sky.The 68-year-old signed off his 30-year career with Sky Sports on the final day of the Premier League season last month.
      Jeff Stelling called time on his Sky Sports career at the end of the seasonCredit: SKY SPORTS
      Stelling is reportedly in talks with both Amazon and the BBCCredit: GETTY
      Stelling, 68, had been with Sky for over 30 years before his summer departureCredit: SKY SPORTS
      And the veteran broadcaster has reportedly wasted no time in looking for a new gig.
      The Telegraph claim Stelling has been sounded out by both Amazon and the Beeb.
      It’s claimed Amazon chiefs are eager to have him head up their growing footie coverage.
      They will, however, have to wait a while to secure Stelling’s services as he must first see out a period of gardening leave before he can join one of Sky’s immediate rivals.
      Stelling emotionally announced his departure from Sky on air in late April.
      The beloved broadcaster received a thunderous applause from the in-studio pundits and the camera crew.
      He said: “I’ve been at Sky for more than 30 years and loved every moment of my time as part of the Soccer Saturday team.
      “It is now the right time to move on and give Sky Sports viewers a break from my relentless rants, bad gags and over-the-top celebrations of Hartlepool United goals.
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      “It’s been a lot of fun – for me at least!”
      Sky paid a touching tribute to the now-departed Stelling after his departure was announced.
      Director of Football, Gary Hughes, said: “After a brilliant 30-plus year career at Sky, including over 25 years as the much-loved host of Soccer Saturday, Jeff Stelling is leaving Sky Sports at the end of the current football season.
      “Jeff has been synonymous with Saturday afternoon football for decades, exciting and enthusing football fans everywhere.
      “His unique broadcasting ability and passion for the game has made Soccer Saturday an unmissable fixture for fans and has won him a multitude of awards.
      Jeff Stelling’s on-screen antics were beloved by footie fansCredit: SKY SPORTS
      “Jeff has been synonymous with Saturday afternoon football for decades.
      “Exciting and enthusing football fans everywhere.
      “His unique broadcasting ability and passion for the game has made Soccer Saturday an unmissable fixture for fans and has won him a multitude of awards.
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      “He will be sorely missed.” More

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      Huge England tournament to DISAPPEAR from TV screens in UK following shock decision

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      ENGLAND fans will not be able to watch the Under-21s at the European Championships this summer as no broadcasters picked up the TV rights.Sky Sports showed the 2021 tournament but hopeful viewers will be left disappointed this time around.
      England fans won’t be able to watch the Under-21s EurosCredit: Getty
      The tournament being hosted in Georgia begins tomorrow.
      England play their first game against the Czech Republic on Thursday.
      However, fans have been left devastated with the games not being shown on tele.
      The BBC aired recent Under-21 matches on the IPlayer and Red Button.
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      But they and others have all passed up on the opportunity to buy the action.
      The FA are reportedly upset by the lack of interest in the games.
      It is believed TV funds are being saved for the Women’s World Cup this summer.
      The Young Lions’ squad features a host of Premier League stars.
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      Games will be available on the Uefa website.
      Manager Lee Carsley has the likes of Chelsea defender Levi Colwill, Tottenham’s Oliver Skipp, Liverpool duo Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliot amongst the squad.
      Aston Villa star Jacob Ramsey, Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon and Arsenal’s Emile Smith Rowe are also available for selection.

      The team is captained by Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest.
      England play Israel and Germany in the group stages after the Czech Republic. More

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      Sky Sports News presenter Melissa Reddy wows in skimpy swimsuit as fans say she’s ‘best thing since Jeff Stelling’

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      SKY SPORTS presenter Melissa Reddy wowed fans as she shared pics of her summer holiday – and helped them get over Jeff Stelling leaving their screens.Reddy joined Sky Sports as a football reporter in 2022 after leaving her role as a senior football correspondent at the Independent.
      Melissa Reddy stunned fans in a red bikiniCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
      She has swapped the news studio for some sun and seaCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
      Reddy joined Sky Sports in 2022Credit: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_reddy/?hl=en
      Reddy was enjoying a holiday in CroatiaCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
      A later post saw her swap the beach for a river and inflatableCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
      But with the football season over, Reddy swapped the news studio and Premier League grounds for a holiday to Croatia.
      Taking to Instagram, where she has 204,000 followers, the 36-year-old shared an assortment of pics showing off her holidays.
      In one post Reddy shared photos of herself in a red bikini, enjoying time both in the sea and a swimming pool.
      In her next post she declared she was “obsessed” with Croatia, breaking down where she went in the country and recommending some top picks for any prospective travellers.
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      Her most recent post saw her in a black-spotted red and yellow bikini in some very different surroundings.
      The South African presenter had swapped beaches for a more shaded forest river, posing on a rubber inflatable while relaxing on the river.
      Reacting to the snaps, one fan said: “You are stunning Melissa ❤️.”
      A second wrote: “Looking beautiful 😍 🔥❤️.”
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      She made the most of her time away from covering the footballCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
      She has 204,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
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      A third reacted: “Absolutely gorgeous ❤️ 💖 💕 ♥️ 😍.”
      “Goddess”, simply typed a fourth.
      A fifth reacted: “She’s the best thing about sky sports since Jeff Stelling.”
      While a sixth declared: “You look reddy 🔥🔥🔥.”
      Back home, Sky Sports have been going through a number of changes, with Martin Tyler confirmed to be leaving and replaced by Peter Drury.
      Six reporters have also lost their jobs including one “talented” journalist whose eloquent commentary for a Premier League goal went viral.
      It comes after Jeff Stelling announced he was leaving his role on Soccer Saturday and Sky’s axing of Soccer AM.
      One fan branded her a ‘goddess’Credit: Instagram/@melissa_reddy
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      Who is Peter Drury and when is he joining Sky Sports?

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      PETER Drury has become one of football’s most popular commentators.With over 30 years of experience, Drury is now set to join the team at Sky Sports – and here’s when.
      Peter Drury is joining Sky SportsCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Who is Peter Drury?
      Peter Drury, born September 24, 1967, is a British sports commenter.
      He became hugely popular as the voice of Premier League on various feeds sent around the world.
      Drury has been famed for his expressive and extremely literate style of commentary.
      He started his career on BBC Radio Leeds, before making to decision to move on to Five Live in 1994.
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      In 1998, Drury joined ITV, before switching to BT Sport in 2013, where he still works.
      He has also commentated on games for Premier League Productions, CBS and NBC, and was the voice of hit video game Pro Evolution Soccer.
      Throughout his career, the commentator has also talked fans through FA Cup, Champions League and World Cup matches.
      He is thought to support both Watford and West Ham.
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      Aside from his successful commentating career, Drury also holds a degree in politics.
      When is Peter Drury joining sky sports?
      Peter Drury will join Sky Sports to cover Premier League football from the 2023/24 season.
      He will now work alongside commentators such as Rob Hawthorne, Bill Leslie, Seb Hutchinson, Dan Mann, Gary Weaver and Ian Crocker.
      Drury is likely to just do one match a week and continue his work covering English football for NBC, who are also owned by Comcast like Sky Sports, in the US.
      What happened to Martin Tyler?
      Martin Tyler, 77, has been the voice of the Premier League for decades.
      However, in June 2023, it was revealed that Tyler, who is not believed to be retiring, is leaving Sky Sports after 33 years.
      The legendary commentator will step down from his role with the broadcaster before the new 2023/24 Premier League campaign.
      He said in a statement: ”In my humble opinion, the huge corporation Sky is today has stemmed from Sky Sports’ innovative and inspired coverage of the Premier League.
      ”It has been a privilege to play a small part in the broadcasting history of the greatest league in the world.
      ”Along the way I have worked alongside legions of wonderful professionals in all aspects of the television industry.
      ”I thank them all for their support and expertise. It has been an honour to be a member of a very gifted team.”
      Tyler was the man on the microphone for Sergio Aguero’s iconic goal to win Manchester City the Prem title in 2012.
      Is Peter Drury married and does he have any children?
      Peter Drury is married to wife, Vicky Drury.
      The couple wed in 1990 and share three children.
      Despite his fame, it appears the commenter prefers to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.
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      What is Peter Drury’s net worth?
      As a result of his successful career, Drury is believed to earn an impressive sum of money.
      According to reports, Drury’s net worth is estimated at around $2 million (£1,560,123.20). More