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      Chris Kamara joins choir in bid to get voice back as Sky Sports legend, 67, gives health update

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      CHRIS KAMARA has joined a choir as he continues his journey to recover his speech.The popular TV star and former midfielder stepped away from his broadcasting roles in 2022 when he was diagnosed with apraxia. Chris Kamara joined a choir to help improve his speechCredit: RexApraxia is a rare neurological disorder which sees sufferers unable to get their words out – even though they know what they want to say. Kamara’s difficult journey has included intense speech therapy.But he has now issued a positive update on his health – with the revelation about his singing exploits. Kamara, 67, told BBC Breakfast he signed up for a choir of Bradford City fans for an upcoming TV series Bantam of the Opera. READ MORE ON CHRIS KAMARAThe ex-Bantams player and manager joked his new venture may not have helped his ability to hit the right notes or sing in tune.But it has certainly helped his confidence and fluency with his words.Kamara said: “Well, the good news is, I could never sing before so it’s not made any difference!”But the truth of the matter is, you get more fluency in your voice when you sing so it’s a form of rehab when you’re trying to get your voice back. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”Singing helps me.”The Bantam of the Opera choir are being supported by legendary composer Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and will be involved in Bradford’s 2025 UK City of Culture celebrations.Watch Chris Kamara fight back tears as Soccer Saturday legend receives hero’s welcome from crowd at Leeds vs BrentfordWhat is apraxia of speech?CHRIS KAMARA has been diagnosed with apraxia of speech – but what is it?Apraxia of speech is a condition which makes talking difficult, with sufferers knowing what they’d like to say, but having trouble communicating their words.The NHS says that the condition can be extremely frustrating for people.They explained: “Frequently the person with apraxia will have difficulties with conversational speech. “However they may be good at ‘automatic’ speech tasks such as counting, swearing, repeating rhymes, greetings and farewell.”It’s usually caused by damage to the left side of the brain, such as a stroke.The condition does not affect a person’s understanding and the symptoms of the condition can vary occurring to the severity of the disorder.But this is not Kamara’s first venture into TV singing.Because the ex-Swindon and Brentford man appeared in the 2023 season of The Masked Singer, putting on a Scottish accent, and also on Get Britain Singing. Kamara’s popularity soared during his 24 years on Soccer Saturday, where he had a superb relationship with host Jeff Stelling. The pair were reunited in emotional scenes on Boxing Day when Kammy returned to TV to help Amazon Prime’s coverage of Nottingham Forest’s 1-0 win over Tottenham. Kammy returned to TV screens on Boxing Day to cover Nottingham Forest vs TottenhamCredit: Amazon PrimeBantam of the Opera will follow the Bradford fans’ singing ventureCredit: PA More

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      Sky Sports brutally troll Ed Sheeran with his own song lyric as musician looks miserable during Ipswich thrashing

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      ED SHEERAN was brutally trolled as he watched Ipswich suffer a thrashing against Manchester City.The pop star is a lifelong Tractor Boy and acquired a minority stake in the club last summer.Ed Sheeran watched on glumly as Ipswich were thrashed 6-0Man City ran riot at Portman RoadCredit: RexHe is a regular at Portman Road and looked glum as he watched Pep Guardiola’s side run amock in a 6-0 win.Sheeran, 33, was trolled by Sky Sports with his side 4-0 down just after half-time.A photo of the singer was shared on social media alongside a caption which mocked one of his lyrics.It read: “Loving (football) can hurt sometimes! 🎶”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSheeran was in a much different mood ahead of kick-off as he bumped into Jack Grealish in the car park outside the ground.He hugged the England star before shaking hands with Manuel Akanji and Erling Haaland. A double from Phil Foden and goals from Mateo Kovacic and Jeremy Doku made for a disappointing afternoon for Sheeran.And things got even worse for Ipswich as Haaland and James McAtee rounded off a resounding win.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSheeran first became involved with his boyhood club when he sponsored the shirts for the 2021-22 season.That agreement has remained in place ever since, with the singer also owning 1.4 per cent of the club.Ed Sheeran downs drink and gives Ally Pally crowd the middle finger after Ipswich taunt at PDC World Darts Championship Ipswich are in danger of being relegated as they remain in the bottom three after defeat to City.Kieran McKenna’s side are level on points with Wolves in 17th but their goal difference stands at -23 after taking a big hit. More

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      Sky Sports presenter praised by fans after rarely-seen move in interview with Liverpool matchwinner Darwin Nunez

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      SKY SPORTS reporter Natalie Gedra has drawn plenty of praise from fans for her brilliant interview with Darwin Nunez.The Liverpool forward, 25, was the hero as he scored two stoppage time goals in the Reds’ 2-0 win at Brentford on Saturday.Natalie Gedra interviewed Darwin Nunez’s after yesterday’s matchCredit: Sky SportsNunez, 25, was the hero at BrentfordCredit: AlamyFans in Britain are not very accustomed to hearing from Nunez, who does not speak much English.But due to her multi-linguistic skills, Gedra was able to seamlessly transition between English and Spanish to give viewers an insight into Nunez’s thinking.Ahead of the interview, she told fans watching at home: “Here he is, the hero of this match, the hero of this Liverpool win against Brentford.”Nunez scored two goals so I’m going to start talking to him and asking him about the circumstances of the match, two goals after 90 minutes.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter the Uruguayan answered in Spanish, Gedra summarised by explaining that Nunez had found this season difficult, but that he was delighted with his “important” goals.Gedra, who is Brazilian and therefore also speaks Portuguese, then explained that she was going to quiz Nunez about how difficult it has been to largely have to play second fiddle this season.Following his answer, she summarised: “He said he never throws in the towel and if he’s struggling with finishing then he will try more on a daily basis.”He knows he’s going through a tough time but will continue giving everything he can to Liverpool.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAY”These two goals he scored today will make a good cause for him.”Commenting on YouTube, viewers were full of praise for Gedra.Erling Haaland talks about his contract extension at Man City to 2034 One wrote: “Having this new sky reporter is brilliant, she essentially unlocks all the Spanish and South American players that we rarely get to hear from, she’s fantastic.”While a second pointed out: “This allows foreign players to integrate into the English leagues more naturally and more confidently.”A third said: “As someone who has done work AS an interpreter, doing that and translating it off the bat without any note taking whatsoever is very impressive.”And another added: “Forgetting the fact that this interviewer has many languages, but she asks questions us the fans want to know, Nunez is a mystery on and off the field. Good to hear him talk. Great interview.”Gedra, 39, joined Sky Sports as a matchday reporter in October 2023.Prior to that, she spent seven years working as ESPN Brazil’s London correspondent.Gecra previously covered the Premier League for ESPNCredit: Alamy More

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      EFL clash delayed after medical emergency in crowd during match aired live on Sky Sports

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      AN EFL clash aired on Sky Sports was delayed after an emergency in the crowd.Blackpool’s League One match against Huddersfield Town was halted in the 16th minute after a signal from the stands.Blackpool’s clash with Huddersfield was halted due to a crowd emergencyCredit: GettyBlackpool’s official social media account released a statement following the stoppage.It read: “Stoppage in play as a fan in the stadium is being treated for a medical emergency.”We send them our best wishes.”Play was resumed after seven minutes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBlackpool’s social media account added: “Play has restarted and we wish everyone involved the very best.”Fans reacted to the news on social media with many sending well wishes.One posted: “I hope the fan is ok.”A second wrote: “I hope they are alright.”Most read in FootballA third commented: “Thoughts are with those affected.”Erling Haaland’s salary is only ninth biggest in football with Chelsea flop Koulibaly earning more than Man City starA fourth said: “Hoping it is nothing serious!”Another added: “Praying everyone is fine.”At the time of the stoppage Blackpool were leading the match 1-0 thanks to a goal from Rob Apter.The Tangerines doubled their advantage deep into added time in the first half through Albie Morgan.However, the Terriers fought back with goals from Joe Taylor and Brodie Spencer to level the match and earn a point. More

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      ‘That’s something I need to ask Sky about’ – Gary Neville to make special request to broadcaster over future plans

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      GARY NEVILLE plans to do “ten things” he’s never done in his life after he turns 50.But the former Manchester United and England defender will need permission from his bosses at Sky to tick off one of those things off the list.Gary Neville has made a list of ten things he wants to do after he turns 50Credit: GETTYChief among his post-50th plans is travelling to Australia to watch the AshesCredit: RexNeville admits he’ll need permission from Sky to be able to attend the 25/26 Ashes series Down UnderCredit: YOUTUBE@THEOVERLAPThe retired defender turned Sky Sports pundit will celebrate his 50th birthday on February 18th.And he’s created a list of ten things he hopes to achieve before he turns 51 the following year.Chief among them is travelling to Australia to watch the Ashes, which will take place between November 21 to January 8, 2026.But he admits he’ll need permission from Sky chiefs to miss the busy festive feast of football to watch The Three Lions Down Under.READ MORE IN SPORTDuring the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast, he said: ” For my 50th year, I’m going to do ten things that I’ve never done before.”I want to go to the Ashes in Australia. So that’s something I need to ask Sky about.”Attending Glastonbury is also on Neville’s post-50th-birthday to-do-list, as well as an African safari.But he also intends to make a decision that could affect his appearance.Most read in SportSky Bet sign up offer£30 in free bets when you place any betNew customers only. First single & e/w bet only. 5p minimum stake. Odds of 1/1 or greater. 3 x £10 bet tokens. Free bet stakes not included in returns. Free bets exclude virtuals. Free bets are non-withdrawable. Free bets expire after 30 days. Eligibility restrictions and further t&cs apply. 18+. Begambleaware.OrgSIGN UPBefore the episode got underway, he revealed: “I’m gonna get a tattoo.”For my 50th birthday, I’m gonna do ten things that I’ve never done and one of them is get a tattoo.”Gary Neville slams Arsenal coach who is ‘overreaching his importance’ Fellow Sky pundit and podcast host Jamie Carragher was quick to quiz Neville over the ink he plans to get.The former Liverpool and England defender asked: “Is it gonna be Man Utd related or family related?”Neville paused to think about his imminent ink before saying: “Ehh, maybe a bit of both.”Fellow host Ian Wright was also curious about Neville’s plans to get tatted up, asking him where he plans to get one.Class of ’92 star Neville replied by admitting: “I don’t know [where I’ll get it].”Why don’t we have a debate about what I get and where I get it?”Gary Neville also plans to get a tattoo this yearCredit: GETTY More

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      Jamie Carragher digs out former TNT Sports presenter in brutal swipe at Gary Neville’s 50th birthday plans

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER aimed a dig at Jake Humphrey after Gary Neville said he is going to get a tattoo on his 50th birthday. Neville made the reveal on The Overlap in front of Liverpool legend Carragher. Jamie Carragher aimed a dig at Jake Humphrey on The OverlapCredit: YouTube/The OverlapHe said: “For my 50th birthday, I’m gonna do ten things I’ve never done before and one of them is get a tattoo.”And Carragher said, with a sigh: “Honestly, he’s becoming like Jake Humphrey.” Neville replied with a laugh: “Can that go out? Hi, Jake.” Former TNT Sports presenter Humphrey has become synonymous with his motivational LinkedIn posts. READ MORE IN football The broadcaster – who runs The High Performance Podcast – once came under criticism for his “world class morning routine”.It consisted of simply waking up at 5am, taking on water and vitamins, and spending ten minutes planning a list for that day.Humphrey started his career with the BBC and moved into sport while working on radio. He joined BT Sport – now TNT – in 2012 and was a Premier League and Champions League match-day broadcaster.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut he left in 2023 as his podcast continued to grow, with the likes boxing legend Tyson Fury, chef Gordon Ramsey and Frank Lampard guests on the show. Explaining he decision to leave BT, he told The Telegraph last year: “I often felt I was doing High Performance all week, and empathy and understanding and leaning into people. “Then, on Saturday, I was having conversations about sacking managers and dropping players, criticising decisions made by referees.”I’d been dreaming for a long time, but not brave enough to take a leap.”Jake Humphrey left BT Sport – now TNT – in 2023Credit: Getty More

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      Kelly Cates’ future at Sky Sports confirmed after Liverpool icon’s daughter confirmed as BBC MOTD host

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      KELLY CATES’ future at Sky Sports has been confirmed after landing a host role at Match of the Day,The presenter will be on the iconic BBC football highlights show as one of the three people replacing Gary Lineker.Kelly Cates will be one of the new Match of the Day hostsCredit: GettyShe will share the role with Mark Chapman and Gabby LoganCredit: PACates, 49, along with Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will front the show from next season.Her popularity with fans has risen during her stint at Sky Sports.It had been suggested that her time at the broadcaster could end with her new obligation to MOTD.However, it has been confirmed that Cates will continue to anchor Sky Sports’ live coverage of the Premier League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe will continue in this role on the days that she is not on duty with the BBC.Speaking about taking the role, Cates insisted that she “can’t wait” to get going.She said: “We are all friends and we’ve known each other for a long time and that’s a really lovely part of it.”Not only is it a great role just on its own but I’m sharing it with two people I really admire, respect and genuinely like. It’s a great set-up.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”It’s something that’s so well-loved and so well-respected you don’t want to be the person that goes in and breaks that.”I’m just very excited, I can’t wait to get started.Gary Lineker ‘turns into Barry White’ as BBC viewers left stunned by sound of MOTD host’s voiceGary Lineker will step down as MOTD host at the end of the seasonCredit: Reuters”I keep thinking about that moment I’ll be sitting in the chair and the music starts, and I can’t wait for it to happen.”Cates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented the fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports, her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.Meanwhile, Chapman is already working on MOTD and opened the show with a cheeky one-liner on Wednesday night.Earlier this season Lieneker confirmed that he will be stepping down at the end of the campaign.He will continue to present live FA Cup action next season, before hanging up his BBC mic after the 2026 World Cup.Who are the new Match of the Day hosts?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night.He also landed the hosting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.Though not a former player, Chappers has shown his quality as a presenter and will be an able replacement.GABBY LOGANLogan – who at 51 is the same age as Chapman – is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.A vastly-experienced broadcaster, presenter and host, Logan seems to have done it all to cover sport for BBC TV – doing everything from Sports Personality of the Year to the Olympics, including Paris 2024.She joined Lineker, Scott and Chapman as Euros presenters and is now on the BBC and Amazon Prime teams for the 2024-25 Champions League.Logan joined the BBC in 2007 and was the main face of Final Score from 2009 to 2013.KELLY CATESCates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host a midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport, mostly on Tuesdays, while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.The daughter of Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish became a TV presenter at Sky Sports, working on several Premier League shows including Friday Night Live and Super Sunday, which she appeared on for the Manchester Derby today. More

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      New MOTD host Kelly Cates almost SNUBBED football completely – despite being the daughter of Liverpool royalty

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      KELLY Cates almost snubbed football completely despite being the daughter of Liverpool royalty.Gabby Logan, Cates and Mark Chapman will host Match Of The Day after Gary Lineker leaves at the end of the season.Kelly Cates has built a stellar career in the media over the past 20 yearsCredit: GettyCates is familiar to Sky Sports viewers as the host for Super SundayLiverpool legend Kenny Dalglish poses with his familyCredit: PA:Press AssociationThe confirmation follows speculation about the presenting line-up of the BBC’s flagship football show following news last year that Lineker would step back from the role.The former England striker has presented the show since 1999.Cates, who will also continue her role with Sky Sports, said: “Once I sit in that chair and the theme music starts, I just know that’s going to be a really incredible moment.”I’ve worked with a lot of the pundits before and they’re all fantastic, so I’m just looking forward to getting started.Read more Sports News”I’ve known Gabby and Mark really well for years so to bring it all together, embracing the digital side of things, it feels like a really comprehensive football package for fans and that’s what makes it so exciting too.”She has been a presenter with Sky Sports since rejoining them in 2016, fronting their coverage of the Premier League.The 49-year-old daughter of former Scotland and Liverpool footballer Sir Kenny Dalglish also hosts BBC Radio 5 Live’s Tuesday night sports coverage.But Cates had no intention of taking when she was at university studying maths.Most read in FootballShe comes from footballing royaltyKelly grew up with football around her.It was mum, Marina who would take her to games dad Kenny was playing in.Gary Lineker will stop presenting Match of the Day the end of this season at and will quit Beeb by 2027″When I was a baby my mum took me to matches to watch my dad play,” she said in an interview with magazine When Saturday Comes.”I don’t remember a time when I didn’t go to football games – my earliest memories are of being in the players’ lounge with the other players’ children.”However, that didn’t make Kelly a Liverpool fan.When her father moved to clubs, including Blackburn and Newcastle United as a manager, she hoped they did well – even against the Reds.Despite football being in her blood, she revealed she didn’t have as much of a flair for it as her famous father.She laughed: “I ran down the wing thinking ‘Oh, this will be easy’, tripped over and knocked myself out!”That was the end of my football career.”Thought of a different lifeAlthough she has become football broadcasting royalty, Cates nearly snubbed a chance to work in the game.At university being a sports TV presenter was far from her mind.She said: “I did a degree in maths but after I left university I wanted to do something different.When she was at university Cates studied mathsCredit: GettyHowever, when Sky Sports News launched she decided to give presenting a goCredit: PA:Press AssociationFather and daughter share a laugh during Sky Sports’ coverageCredit: PA”The Sky Sports News channel was being launched and they were looking for young people who loved football.”It was new and no one was watching so they pretty much said to us: ‘Go and play at being on the telly!”‘Family came firstSince the Millennium, Cates’ career rise has followed a steep trajectory.She initially left Sky Sports in 2016, after wanting to start a family with then fiancé Tom Cates, who she shares two children with.”I left Sky Sports News in 2006, after the Germany World Cup,” she told The Overlap’s ‘Not Just Football’ podcast back in October.”I’d been there for eight years and I had just turned 30, or I was just turning 31.”I was engaged, but not yet married. I knew I wanted to have children quite soon at that point.”It had just been, for a long time, kind of filtering away and running in the back of my head.”I came to the end of my contract and was working under my new contract and within the space of about three days, made the decision.Kelly got married to Tom Cates in 2007, although they divorced in 2021Credit: Luke InmanCates has worked at ESPN, ITV, Setanta Sports and more through the years tooCredit: Getty”I was driving into work one day, I walked in and I said, ‘I don’t want to sign this new contract, I want to go!’ I had nothing to go to.”I just walked away, but I was so sure that I had to go and make that change.”I did it when I left university to go to Sky, which is different, because then you get something that’s really exciting, shiny and new, dangled in front of you and you think, ‘I’m going to take this jump’.”Cates got married in 2007, although they sadly divorced in 2021.That same year she began a job at the now defunct Setanta Sports – bouncing around jobs at ESPN, ITV, and STV.However, in 2016 she made her return back to Sky Sports – feeling she had unfinished business.Initially, she fronted their EFL coverage before becoming the main anchor for the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESCates has been a huge success for the channel, alongside Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher.Who can forget when she hilariously turned her back on them, after they turned their back on her during a segment that went wrong.Kelly will divide her time between MOTD and BBC Radio 5 LiveCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdSky’s loss will be BBC’s gain – as Super Sunday will need a new hostCredit: PA:Press Association More