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      Sky Sports and BT Sport face LOSING Premier League TV rights as streaming giants consider bid

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      APPLE are ready to make a move for Premier League TV rights when bidding for the next packages begin, according to reports.Their interest could provide a huge threat to Sky Sports’ and BT Sport’s Prem deals.
      The next Prem TV deal will start in 2025Credit: Getty
      Apple TV have already dipped their toe into the football market.
      They produced a four-part original documentary about the Super League, which released earlier this year.
      While they have also begun a ten-year contract to broadcast MLS globally worth a staggering £200million-a-season.
      The current rights packages owned by Sky Sports, BT Sport and Amazon Prime Video will expire at the end of the 2024-25 season.
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      SunSports understands the bidding process will begin towards the end of this year.
      And the new rights will take effect during the start of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
      Sky Sports show around 140 Prem matches per season, with BT Sport owning rights to 50 and Amazon Prime Video broadcasting two complete game weeks, including the Boxing Day fixtures.
      American owners of Premier League clubs, including Chelsea’s Todd Boehly, believe that the £5.1bn over three years earned for global TV rights is less than market value.
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      Last year Boehly admitted that he hopes the Prem can “learn from US sports” when it comes to earning more revenue – even introducing the idea of an All-Star game, like those seen across the pond.
      He said: “Ultimately I hope the Premier League takes a little bit of a lesson from American sports.
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      “And really starts to figure out, why don’t we do a tournament with the bottom four sports teams, why isn’t there an All-Star game?
      “People are talking about more money for the pyramid; in the MLB All-Star game this year we made $200m (£160m) from a Monday and a Tuesday.
      “So we’re thinking we could do a North versus South All-Star game for the Premier League, for whatever the pyramid needed quite easily.”
      Sky Sports have owned the bulk of Prem TV rights since the league’s launch in 1992 – but now find their dominance under severe threat.
      They have revolutionised coverage in the UK, becoming a huge part of households around the country.
      BT Sport, meanwhile, will be renamed TNT Sports following a merger with Warner Bros Discovery [WBD].
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      Managing director of WBD Sports Europe, Andrew Georgiou, said: “On the next rights auction this is a premium service and our intention is to remain a premium service.
      “Our approach to any rights auction is to make sure we maintain that position in the market.”
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      Chris Kamara breaks silence after Soccer AM is AXED by Sky as he takes fans on trip down memory lane

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      CHRIS KAMARA took fans on a trip down memory lane after hearing that Soccer AM had been axed this morning.The Sun revealed that the cult Sky Sports show had been cancelled and would finish for good at the end of the season.
      Chris Kamara is a favourite on Sky SportsCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Soccer AM has been axed by Sky Sports
      With just ten episodes remaining before its final show on May 27, fans are set to be filled with nostalgia.
      And Kammy has shared his happy memories of being part of the show, posting a funny clip to his Twitter page.
      Alongside it, he wrote: “Just heard that @SoccerAM is finishing at the end of the season.
      “I had 14 years of going through Premier League & @EFL clubs dressing rooms.
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      “Training with Clubs for features & basically having a laugh 😂 Fun part of my time at Sky 🤣”
      In the video, Kammy can be seen appearing in a skit alongside fellow Soccer AM favourite Tubes.
      Kamara, 65, can be seen riding a kid’s bike while wearing a long blonde wig and a pink bike helmet.
      Miming along to We Built This City by Starship, Tubes also features in the vid.
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      The skit finishes with the message: “We all need silly stuff.”
      Soccer AM staff were told on Tuesday that the programme’s run would be coming to an end.
      And they were also informed that they would be made redundant upon its conclusion.
      A source told The Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      Soccer AM enjoyed great success with previous presenters Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy – with Max Rushden and Andy Goldstein having also hosted the show.
      It is currently presented by John Fendley and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard.
      Both hosts are understood to be “fuming” upon today’s news.
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      A Sky Spokesperson says “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people. We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
      Soccer AM was previously hosted by Tim Lovejoy and Helen ChamberlainCredit: Rex Features More

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      Soccer AM cancelled latest — Fans left fuming as show that launched Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy careers is AXED

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      ICONIC footy show Soccer AM is set to be cancelled after 30 years on the telly – with just 10 episodes left to air.With just ten episodes of the Sky Sports cult classic left, Soccer AM is set to end on Saturday 27 May, the day before the end of the Premier League season.
      Staff were informed of the bombshell decision on Tuesday and it is safe to say the news did not go down well.
      A source told The Sun: “It was a complete bombshell. Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging. It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      Hosts John Fendley and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard are said to be “fuming” at the announcement.
      Follow our Soccer AM live blog for the latest news and updates…
      Soccer AM’s most memorable moments
      After almost 30 years Soccer AM will bid us farewell in just 10 weeks.
      Over the years, hosts including Tim Lovejoy, Helen Chamberlain, Andy Goldstein, Max Rushden and more kept us thoroughly entertained.
      While crew members like Tubes and Rocket provided much-needed relief and hilarity.
      Here’s a look at some of the best bits we can remember from Soccer AM.

      Tim Lovejoy getting punched
      On the volley!
      Soccerettes
      Tubes
      Guests
      Lee Trundle
      The crossbar challenge

      Find out more about each of the memorable moments here.
      Soccer AM latest news:

      Chris Kamara reacts as Soccer AM set to be axed at the end of the season
      Chris Kamara was among those posting fond memories of the show today.
      He tweeted: “Just heard that Soccer AM is finishing at the end of the season.
      ”I had 14 years of going through Premier League and EFL [ English Football League] clubs’ dressing rooms, training with clubs for features and basically having a laugh – fun part of my time at Sky.”
      What have Sky Sports said?
      Following its decision to axe iconic footy show Soccer AM, Sky Sports highlighted the network’s need to “adapt”.
      A Sky Spokesperson says “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people. We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
      More fan reaction to Soccer AM axe
      Fans continue to react on social media to the cancellation of iconic footy show Soccer AM.
      One wrote: ”End of an era.”
      A second said: ”Soccer AM to be axed. A sad day for football.”
      Who presents Soccer AM?
      Soccer AM is presented by former Wigan Athletic and Hull City star Jimmy Bullard.
      He is joined on the presenting team by John ‘Fenners’ Fendley.
      The show was first presented by Russ Williams and Helen Chamberlin.
      Then in 1996, Helen was joined by Tim Lovejoy, and the two formed a well-loved partnership.
      The iconic pairing is the duo that most people associate with the show.
      Lovejoy left the show in 2007 after 11 years in the job, while Chamberlin presented Soccer AM up until 2017.
      Soccer AM has enjoyed massive success 
      Soccer AM has enjoyed massive success since it first aired on Sky Sports in 1995.
      The 90 minute comedy talk show runs through the week’s footballing events with added skits and challenges for guests and fans.
      Celebrity guests each episode include at least one footballer and a combination of musicians, TV personalities and other sportsmen.
      Exact date of Soccer AM’s final episode
      SOCCER AM will air its final episode on Saturday, 27 May.
      The Sun this morning revealed that the cult Sky Sports show will be axed at the end of the season after nearly 30 years on the air.
      Bosses have decided to axe the show with ten episodes remaining.
      It will finish on the final weekend of the season, and will not extend to the Champions League final.

      Soccer AM had some iconic guests
      Over the years some of Showbiz’s biggest names sat on the Soccer AM couch.
      Famous guests included Hollywood A-listers such as Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and bands like Oasis.
      Every week bands would also appear on the show including the likes of Kasabian and Franz Ferdinand.
      Who has hosted Soccer AM?
      Over the years, Soccer AM has had a slew of iconic presenters, from Helen Chamberlain to Max Rushden.
      With that in mind, here is a list of all the legendary show’s presenters over the years.

      John Fendley
      Jimmy Bullard.
      Tubes
      Helen Chamberlain
      Tim Lovejoy
      Rocket
      Baby Elvis
      Robbie Knox
      Max Rushden
      Lisa Hebden

      Why has Soccer AM been axed?
      Staff were told the unfortunate news that the show would be coming to an end and that they would be made redundant in May.
      A source told the Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      A Sky Spokesperson has said: “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people.
      “We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
      Soccer AM hosts ‘fuming’ at axe
      Soccer AM is currently hosted by John Fendley and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard.
      Both are understood to be “fuming” at the announcement.
      The final episode of the iconic footy show will air on Saturday, 27 May.
      Will you miss Soccer AM?
      Soccer AM played a central role in British football culture for over 30 years.
      But now, the legendary footy show is coming to an end.
      Will you miss it?

      More fan reaction to Soccer AM axe
      Fans continue to react on social media to the cancellation of iconic footy show Soccer AM.
      One devastated fan wrote: “One of my favourite TV shows. Always look forward to my Saturday morning coffee and soccer am.
      “Terrible decision by sky.”
      While a second viewer said: “End of an era (crying emoji)”
      Where is Tim Lovejoy now?
      Tim Lovejoy joined Soccer AM in 1996 after working on the Big Breakfast show.
      He and Helen Chamberlain became a mighty pairing on the Saturday sofa.
      But their partnership ended in 2007 when Lovejoy left Soccer AM to create Channel Bee, an internet television channel.
      He later went on to present Something for the Weekend, a Sunday morning cooking show on BBC2.
      And Lovejoy now fronts Sunday Brunch on Channel 4 alongside co-host Simon Rimmer.

      Where is Helen Chamberlain now?
      ONE of Soccer AM’s OG presenters from back in the day.
      She presented the show every Saturday morning from 1995 for 22 years, leaving in 2017.
      Chamberlain has mostly disappeared from TV screens, but was spotted making a rare public appearance with Fallon Sherrock at the darts last July.
      She also worked on the inaugural World Seniors Darts Championship, interviewing some of the stars.
      And she rescues animals on her farm, telling the Athletic in 2020: “I spent nearly half my life sitting on that sofa.
      “I was there for nearly 23 years. That’s a long time to have any job, never mind a job in broadcasting.
      “I had the farm to see to. I wanted to rescue more dogs and breed sheep and chickens. So I didn’t have time for Saturday mornings anymore.”

      What will replace Soccer AM?
      After 30 years, Soccer AM is set to be cancelled but what will fill its spot?
      The 10.30am Saturday morning slot will now be taken up by Saturday Social – which previously aired before Soccer AM at 9.30am.
      The football show focuses more on the social media side of the game which hopes to appeal more to younger viewers.
      Fans blame ‘social media’ for Soccer AM axe
      Fans are saying Soccer AM is to be axed because young people get their footy news and coverage from social media.
      One Twitter user wrote: “Not surprising. All the kids get their footy banter from social media apps like Instagram nowadays.
      “Sad day if you’re a traditionalist like me.”
      When did Soccer AM first air?
      Soccer AM has enjoyed massive success since it first aired on Sky Sports in 1995 thanks to its laddish humour.
      The 90 minute comedy talk show runs through the week’s footballing events with added skits and challenges for guests and fans.
      Celebrity guests each episode include at least one footballer and a combination of musicians, TV personalities and other sportsmen.
      It was previously hosted by Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy.
      These days it is presented by John Fendley and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard.
      Former host Tim Lovejoy discusses his relationship to Soccer AM
      Former Soccer AM presenter, Tim Lovejoy, discussed his relationship with the show with the Atheltic in 2020: “I stopped watching it when I left, it was too hard to watch it.
      “I tune in every now and then because Fenners is on it and I want to support him.
      “Again, another crap analogy, it’s like watching your old girlfriend with another man.
      “I couldn’t do it. I couldn’t watch it. So I stopped watching it totally.
      “And then I started tuning in again to watch Fenners, because obviously I worked with him for years and he’s a top bloke.
      “It’s too hard for me because I watch it all and I want to join in with it.
      “I’d really like to input on the show and put stuff on there and I find it too hard.”
      Soccer AM staff said to be ‘fuming’
      A source has said the Soccer AM staff have been left in shock after Sky’s decision to axe the show.
      A source told The Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      What have Sky Sports said?
      Following its decision to axe iconic footy show Soccer AM, Sky Sports highlighted the network’s need to “adapt”.
      A Sky Spokesperson says “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people. We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
      Exact date of Soccer AM’s final episode
      SOCCER AM will air its final episode on Saturday, 27 May.
      The Sun this morning revealed that the cult Sky Sports show will be axed at the end of the season after nearly 30 years on the air.
      Bosses have decided to axe the show with ten episodes remaining.
      It will finish on the final weekend of the season, and will not extend to the Champions League final.

      Who presents Soccer AM?
      Soccer AM is presented by former Wigan Athletic and Hull City star Jimmy Bullard.
      He is joined on the presenting team by John ‘Fenners’ Fendley.
      The show was first presented by Russ Williams and Helen Chamberlin.
      Then in 1996, Helen was joined by Tim Lovejoy, and the two formed a well-loved partnership.
      The iconic pairing is the duo that most people associate with the show.
      Lovejoy left the show in 2007 after 11 years in the job, while Chamberlin presented Soccer AM up until 2017.
      Why has Soccer AM been axed?
      Staff were told the unfortunate news that the show would be coming to an end and that they would be made redundant in May.
      A source told the Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      A Sky Spokesperson has said: “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people.
      “We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
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      Where Soccer AM’s Soccerettes are now, from glamour models and talkSPORT host to Hollyoaks star and Big Brother winner

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      WITH cult classic football show Soccer AM set to be axed, SunSport takes a look back at one of its most iconic features – Soccerettes. The skit was scrapped in 2015 but saw a wide variety of future stars throughout its runtime.
      Soccer AM is set to be axedCredit: Sky
      From TV presenters to glamour models and actresses to Big Brother winners, the section etched its place into British TV history.
      But where are some of the most memorable Soccer AM Soccerettes now?
      Natalie Sawyer
      Natalie Sawyer appeared on Soccer AM in a Brentford shirt and now works at TalkSport
      Starting off, Natalie Sawyer made more than one appearance on Soccer AM during her 18 years working at Sky Sports.
      The now talkSPORT radio presenter and podcast host represented Brentford on the show, but back then promotion to the Premier League was a dream for any Bees fan.
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      Natalie had been married to ITV commentator Sam Matterface until 2014. However, since 2015 she has been in a relationship with former Leeds and Brentford midfielder Jonathan Douglas.

      Gemma Atkinson
      Actress and former glamour model Gemma Atkinson appeared on Soccer AM in a Bury shirt in 2007
      Former TV Soap star Gemma Atkinson has forged a multi-faceted career which includes a 2007 appearance on Soccer AM, in which she donned a Bury shirt.
      Gemma appeared on both Emmerdale and Hollyoaks and has worked as a glamour model, before also adding Strictly Come Dancing to her CV.
      While on Strictly she met current partner Gorka Márquez, and she is now expecting her second child in the summer.
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      Jennifer Metcalfe
      Jennifer Metcalfe is still one of the biggest stars on Hollyoaks now
      Jennifer Metcalfe made her Soccer AM debut while adorning a Bradford shirt.
      The Soap star is best known for roles as Mercedes McQueen and Jade Nicholls in Hollyoaks and Emmerdale respectively.
      She is mother to five-year-old Daye, but has admitted she would love to give him a sibling.
      Lucy Pinder
      Lucy Pinder wore a Southampton shirt. She later appeared on lad mags including FHM and Loaded
      Former glamour model Lucy Pinder was an instant hit on Soccerettes as she represented Southampton during her appearance.
      Lucy appeared in lad mags such as Nuts, FHM and Loaded, and also made an appearance on Big Brother in 2009.
      She has also dabbled in acting, with appearances in movies such as Sharknado 5.
      Chantelle Houghton
      Chantelle Houghton wore a yellow Arsenal shirt when on the SoccerettesCredit: Soccer AM
      She shot to fame after winning Big Brother in 2006Credit: Olivia West – The Sun
      Chantelle Houghton shot to fame after winning Big Brother in 2006 as a non-celeb.
      But before this she had been on Soccer AM with a yellow Arsenal shirt. She would later appear on Come Dine With Me.
      Chantelle has a daughter, ten-year-old Dolly, with ex-partner Alex Reid.
      Tamsin Greenway
      Tamsin Greenway appeared on Soccer AM with a shirt reading ‘unbelievable tekkers’Credit: Sky
      Greenway won bronze in the 2010 Commonwealth gamesCredit: Empics Sport
      Tamsmin Greenway appeared on Soccer AM in a Leicester City shirt, before it was removed to reveal a shirt which said “unbelievable tekkers”.
      The former England Netball star won bronze at the 2010 Commonwealth Games and at the 2011 and 2015 World Cups. She is now the head coach of Scotland.
      Greenway has two children, Jeane and Casey, born in 2013 and 2019 respectively.
      Kelly Kelly
      Wrestler Kelly Kelly made a special appearance in 2007Credit: Sky
      After retiring from WWE in 2012 she became an influencerCredit: Twitter @TheBarbieBlank
      Wrestler Kelly Kelly, real name Barbie Blank, also made an appearance on Soccer AM.
      The former WWE star made an appearance on the show back in 2007.
      The blonde bombshell left WWE in 2012 and became an influencer.
      Louise Cliffe
      Former Miss Manchester Louise Cliffe went on to appear on Big Brother
      Former Miss Manchester Louise Cliffe appeared on Soccer AM as a Manchester United Soccerette in 2011.
      The 36-year-old model went on to appear on Big Brother that same year.
      She got together with Jay McKray in the house, who she married and split up with a year later.
      Later, in 2016, she announced she was dating another one of her Big Brother housemates, Stuart Pilkington, and expecting a baby with him.
      The couple are still together and have two children, Eli, six, and Ezra, four. Louise now works as a body piercer.
      Peta Todd
      Peta Todd was just 21 when she was on Soccer AM
      Former Page 3 girl Peta Todd was just 21 when she first appeared on Soccer Am, supporting West Ham – and it wasn’t her last.
      She’d just come back from Afghanistan where she was supporting the troops with charity Help For Heroes.
      Over the years Peta has raised thousands for the charity, through endeavours like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, skydiving and running the London Marathon in 2010.
      In 2010, she received an award for outstanding contribution to the charity, which included a personal meeting with Prince William.
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      Peta has been married to cyclist Mark Cavendish since 2013. They have four children together, Delilah, 10, Casper, four, seven-month-old Astrid, and Frey, seven, who has special educational needs after he developed sepsis as a baby.
      She also has a son, Finnbar, 16, from a previous relationship. More

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      Where is the cast of Soccer AM now, from Tubes to Helen Chamberlain after iconic Sky Sports show is axed

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      SOCCER AM is set to be axed by Sky Sports after nearly 30 years.As exclusively revealed by SunSport, there are just 10 episodes remaining of the iconic show.
      Soccer AM is set to end after almost 30 years
      The show is currently fronted by Jimmy Bullard
      Soccer AM has delighted fans since its first episode went out in 1995.
      And a host of favourite presenters have come and gone through its glittering doors in that time.
      The show is currently hosted by John Fendley and Jimmy Bullard.
      But what happened to the other well-known stars of Soccer AM?
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      Here, SunSport takes a look…
      TUBES
      ARGUABLY the most revered member of Soccer AM, the popular figure is still working on the show full-time.
      Originally an assistant producer, he became a regular thanks to his comical appearances.
      Tubes was one of Soccer AM’s most popular membersCredit: Sky Sports
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      He now interviews some of the biggest names in football for Sky Sports while also enjoying a round of golf.
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      Tubes suffered a major heart attack in 2018 after revealing he was an alcoholic.
      And the star revealed this week he was almost seven years into his recovery, receiving support from John Terry.
      The ex-Chelsea and England captain said: “Tubes you are a legend and we are all proud of you mate.
      “Continue smashing it with Golf Life and keep being the kind of great man you are.”
      HELEN CHAMBERLAIN
      ONE of Soccer AM’s OG presenters from back in the day.
      She presented the show every Saturday morning from 1995 for 22 years, leaving in 2017.
      Helen Chamberlain was there from the show’s inception
      She continued working alongside current presenter John Fendley
      Chamberlain has mostly disappeared from TV screens, but was spotted making a rare public appearance with Fallon Sherrock at the darts last July.
      She also worked on the inaugural World Seniors Darts Championship, interviewing some of the stars.
      And she rescues animals on her farm, telling the Athletic in 2020: “I spent nearly half my life sitting on that sofa.
      “I was there for nearly 23 years. That’s a long time to have any job, never mind a job in broadcasting.
      “I had the farm to see to. I wanted to rescue more dogs and breed sheep and chickens. So I didn’t have time for Saturday mornings anymore.”
      TIM LOVEJOY
      JOINED Soccer AM in 1996 after working on the Big Breakfast show.
      He and Chamberlain became a mighty pairing on the Saturday sofa.
      Tim Lovejoy was one of the original hosts of Soccer AMCredit: Sky
      But their partnership ended in 2007 when Lovejoy left Soccer AM to create Channel Bee, an internet television channel.
      He later went on to present Something for the Weekend, a Sunday morning cooking show on BBC2.
      And Lovejoy now fronts Sunday Brunch on Channel 4 alongside co-host Simon Rimmer.
      ROCKET
      REAL name James Long, he first joined Soccer AM as a 15-year-old on work experience before becoming a producer.
      His Skill Skool segment featured the likes of Jordan Henderson and Raheem Sterling when they were teenagers.
      Rocket joined the team as a 15-year-old on work experienceCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Rocket spent 19 years on the show before leaving in 2017 to become JOE’s Head of Sports Production.
      He then went to Snack Media and is now Head of Production at Mola TV.
      Reflecting on Soccer AM, Rocket said in 2020: “It was organised chaos, a bit of carnage.
      “The camera’s whipping round and you never know what you’re going to see next.”
      BABY ELVIS
      THE hilarious alter-ego of Adam Smith, who also played Danny Dyer lookalike Frankie Fryer.
      Smith made fans chuckle as he paid homage to football stadiums up and down the country.
      Adam Smith took on a number of rolesCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      There were plenty of funny characters on boardCredit: Doug Seeburg – The Sun
      He stepped away from Soccer AM in 2015 and now works on various shows like Sky Sports’ The Debate, as well as TalkSport radio.
      In 2021 Smith bravely revealed his struggles with mental health, saying: “Not gonna lie I’ve been struggling MENTALLY.
      “I’m taking up to 10 insulin injections daily for my Type 1 [diabetes] as can’t exercise post hernia op.
      “My son got rushed to hospital by ambulance Sunday and the trauma from his birth still haunts me. Don’t keep your problems bottled up.”
      ROBBIE KNOX
      FIRST got involved with Soccer AM in 2000 as a producer before becoming a regular on camera.
      Was given nickname “Tramp”, which was sung to the tune of The Champ by The Mohawks.
      Robbie Knkx was given the nickname ‘Tramp’Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Guests galore used to love making an appearanceCredit: Sky
      Knox worked on the show for seven years before departing with Tim Lovejoy.
      He then created a production company called Dry Lunch Productions, and is now a content creator on social media while also co-hosting the Happy Hour podcast.
      MAX RUSHDEN
      FORMER BBC London and TalkSport man eventually took over from Lovejoy in 2008 following Andy Goldstein’s short stint.
      He became popular with fans despite having big shoes to fill and stayed on the air until 2015.
      Max Rushden works for TalkSport and hosts a podcastCredit: David Henderson – The Sun Glasgow
      Rushden then hosted The Fantasy Football Club before returning to TalkSport for The Warm Up.
      He also hosts The Guardian’s Football Weekly podcast and fronts European football for Aussie broadcaster Stan Sport.
      LISA HEBDEN
      Made the transition to Soccer AM after working for Sky’s Spanish football team.
      Became the character Cheryl Mole, who went down a storm with viewers.
      Emma Louise Jones is one of Lisa Hebden’s clients for her hair and makeup businessCredit: Instagram
      And she made history by becoming the show’s first female winner of the infamous dance off.
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      Hebden quit Soccer AM in 2017 before becoming a senior production coordinator at Gravity Media.
      She also runs her own hair and make-up business, with one of her clients being BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones. More

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      Exact date final episode of Soccer AM will be aired – and it’s sooner than you think

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      SOCCER AM will air its final episode on Saturday, 27 May.The Sun this morning revealed that the cult Sky Sports show will be axed at the end of the season after nearly 30 years on the air.
      Soccer AM has been axed after nearly 30 years on the air
      Bosses have decided to axe the show with ten episodes remaining.
      It will finish on the final weekend of the season, and will not extend to the Champions League final.
      Staff were told on Tuesday that the programme’s run would be coming to an end.
      And they were also informed that they would be made redundant upon its conclusion.
      READ MORE ON SOCCER AM
      A source told The Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
      Soccer AM debuted in 1995 and enjoyed incredible initial success.
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      It featured a variety of celebrity guests from the worlds of sport, music and telly.
      Soccer AM enjoyed great success with previous presenters Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy – with Max Rushden and Andy Goldstein having also hosted the show.

      It is currently presented by John Fendley and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard.
      Both hosts are understood to be “fuming” upon today’s news.
      A Sky Spokesperson says “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people. We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
      Soccer AM was previously presented by Tim Lovejoy and Helen ChamberlainCredit: Rex Features More

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      Why has Soccer AM been cancelled?

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      SKY SPORTS fan’s favourite Soccer AM is set to be axed at the end of the season.The Saturday morning football show has been on the air for nearly 30 years.
      Former Soccer AM hosts Lim Lovejoy and Helen ChamberlinCredit: Sky Sports
      Why has Soccer AM been axed?
      Staff were told the unfortunate news that the show would be coming to an end and that they would be made redundant in May.
      A source told the Sun: “It was a complete bombshell.
      “Morale is at an all-time low, they are raging.
      “It’s going to be an interesting watch over the next few weeks.”
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      A Sky Spokesperson has said: “Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers.
      “We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people.
      “We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”
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      Who presents Soccer AM?
      Soccer AM is presented by former Wigan Athletic and Hull City star Jimmy Bullard.
      He is joined on the presenting team by John ‘Fenners’ Fendley.
      The show was first presented by Russ Williams and Helen Chamberlin.
      Then in 1996, Helen was joined by Tim Lovejoy, and the two formed a well-loved partnership.
      The iconic pairing is the duo that most people associate with the show.
      Lovejoy left the show in 2007 after 11 years in the job, while Chamberlin presented Soccer AM up until 2017.
      Former Soccer AM presenter, Lovejoy, discussed his relationship with the show with the Atheltic in 2020: “I stopped watching it when I left, it was too hard to watch it.
      “I tune in every now and then because Fenners is on it and I want to support him.
      “Again, another crap analogy, it’s like watching your old girlfriend with another man.
      “I couldn’t do it. I couldn’t watch it. So I stopped watching it totally.
      “And then I started tuning in again to watch Fenners, because obviously I worked with him for years and he’s a top bloke.
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      “It’s too hard for me because I watch it all and I want to join in with it.
      “I’d really like to input on the show and put stuff on there and I find it too hard.” More

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      Sky TV reporter banned from Premier League ground after sneaking girlfriend into dressing room and getting kicked out

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      A SKY TV reporter is in trouble with a Premier League club for making an uninvited visit to their dressing room on match day.He showed his girlfriend the out-of-bounds inner sanctum a couple of hours before kick-off in an unscheduled tour.
      A Sky TV reporter faces a ban from an unnamed Premier League stadiumCredit: PA
      However, a steward found him and the pair.
      They were duly ordered from the premises.
      And the reporter may not be allowed back into the stadium for some time.
      Written media passes at Premier League games get journalists access to a press room and a seat in the designated area of the stands, with plugs and desks to use laptops.
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      Broadcast media, such as Sky Sports, have slightly different rules with permission to enter certain specified zones before, during and after matches.
      Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson famously banned the BBC for seven years until 2011 following a documentary about him and his son Jason.
      Also in 2011, Fergie temporarily suspended Sky Sports’ TV cameras from his press conferences after taking exception to a question about Ryan Giggs.
      And the current United boss Erik ten Hag followed a similar tact just weeks into his tenure last August.
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      The Dutchman refused to take questions from Sky reporter Gary Cotterill, ignoring him three times in a 15-minute press conference.
      It is understood the snub came after Cotterill tried to speak to Ten Hag when he watched United play at Crystal Palace at the end of last season. More