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DANIEL STURRIDGE wowed viewers by incredibly singing Usher live on Sky Sports.But fans joked Roy Keane will be handing in his notice as Super Sunday descended into a one-man talent show.
Daniel Sturridge did his best Usher impersonation live on airCredit: Sky Sports
Roy Keane admitted the singing was ‘very nice’ and even allowed a smileCredit: Sky Sports
Sturridge has joined the Sky punditry team for the new Premier League campaign.
And as well as his expert analysis and fresh take on the game, he also delivered the goods with his superb vocals.
Towards the end of the live show from Stamford Bridge, presenter Dave Jones joked Sturridge had got away without having to do an initiation song.
Jones asked the former England forward what song he would have chosen but as he mulled over his answer, Micah Richards suggested Usher’s Nice & Slow banger.
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And instantaneously Sturridge burst into a staggering rendition of the 1997 tune.
The new pundit sang in a surprisingly soulful voice: “It’s seven o’clock on the dot, I’m in my drop top, cruising the streets.”
He even clicked along before tapping a laughing Richards and telling him: “You know the vibe.”
Keane, unsurprisingly, remained motionless throughout the cameo sing-song before Sturridge moved over and asked: “Do you like that Roy?”
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The no-nonsense Irishman replied deadpan: “Very nice,” before breaking into a smile as the others burst into more laughter.
Jones admitted it took him completely by surprise and beamed: “I did not expect that. That was sensational. Wow. Roy will do his next week.”
But the viewers watching it unfold at home were left in stitches and flooded Twitter with hilarious responses.
One said: “Daniel Sturridge is going to break Roy Keane.”
Another wrote: “How long before Roy Keane murders Daniel Sturridge?
A third added: “Decent little voice on him to be fair.”
And a final user commented: “Keano is gonna quit his job bro.”
Sturridge also prompted incredible reactions from Keane when he told Trent Alexander-Arnold: “Keep it funky with ya boy.”
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And in another brilliant moment live on air, Sturridge impersonated Keane’s famous “big baby” rant on a bonkers post-match debrief.
On the pitch, Chelsea debutant Axel Disasi cancelled out Luis Diaz’s opener to earn a 1-1 draw in Mauricio Pochettino’s first competitive game in charge of the Blues. More

SKY SPORTS viewers were left in stitches with Roy Keane’s priceless reaction to new pundit Daniel Sturridge.The pair linked up with Micah Richards for punditry duties on the first Super Sunday of the new Premier League season.
Daniel Sturridge told Trent Alexander-Arnold to ‘keep it funky with ya boy’ live on Sky SportsCredit: Sky Sports
Roy Keane’s brilliant reaction left fans in hystericsCredit: Sky Sports
Keane could not hide his response to the commentCredit: Sky Sports
Following Liverpool’s 1-1 draw at Chelsea, defender Trent Alexander-Arnold joined the crew for a live interview.
But insightful Sturridge – who will certainly bring a fresh angle on Sky this season – risked the wrath of no-nonsense Keane.
The ex-Chelsea and Liverpool striker told Alexander-Arnold: “Keep it funky with ya boy,” before going on to address the Reds midfield.
But as the England right-back burst into laughter, the camera stayed fixed on Keane, whose face was absolutely hilarious.
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The former Manchester United captain remained motionless, staring out blankly into the distance.
Keane, 52, then blinked and looked into the ground, almost recognising he simply had to accept it before appearing to resist a smile.
But while the Irishman managed to keep his reaction under wraps, fans on social media let rip with some phenomenal responses to match Keane’s own reaction.
One said: “Sturridge is gonna make Roy quit – man said keep it funky.”
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Another wrote: “Roy’s face when Studgey said ‘keep it funky wit your boy’ LOOOOOOL.”
A third added: “Sturridge saying ‘keep it funky with me boy’ in front of Roy Keane is so wild.”
A fourth typed: “Keano looks like he’s gonna swing at Sturridge.”
A fifth commented: “Roy questioning everything in life that led him to this moment.”
And a final user joked: “Won’t be long till Keane resigns from his position.”
Sturridge later tried to win Keane back over by suggesting he was an “absolute terror of a midfielder” and would be worth £150million if he was playing football in the current era.
Keane, who was once the record British transfer when he joined United for £3.75m in 1993, insisted he should be valued higher than the £100m-plus-rated midfielders such as Declan Rice, Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo.
But Sturridge undid his hard work with his new colleague by impersonating Keane’s sensational “big baby” rant then patting him on the shoulder – prompting Keane to look at presenter Dave Jones and roll his eyes.
And to top it all off, Sturridge burst into singing Usher’s song Nice & Slow with Keane again left utterly bemused.
Although this time he reluctantly admitted it was “very nice” and allowed a smile.
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Earlier in the programme, Richards rinsed Keane for his packed lunch while the straight-talking pundit in turn tore into Reece James for his defending that allowed Luis Diaz to open the scoring.
Chelsea debutant Axel Disasi bundled in an equaliser before the break to earn a 1-1 draw in Mauricio Pochettino’s first competitive game in charge of the Blues.
He looked utterly unimpressed by SturridgeCredit: Sky Sports
Sturridge later broke into a sing-song live on airCredit: Sky Sports
Keane admitted it was ‘very nice’ vocals from the former strikerCredit: Sky Sports More

MICAH RICHARDS mocked Sky Sports colleague Roy Keane for bringing a packed lunch into the studio for Super Sunday.Richards, 35, and Keane, 52, were two of the pundits at Stamford Bridge on Sunday for Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Liverpool – while they also covered the 2-2 between Brentford and Tottenham.
Micah Richards, left, and Roy Keane, right, were two of Sky Sports’ pundits on Super SundayCredit: Twitter / @SkySportsPL
Richards ripped into Keane for bringing in a packed lunch to eat in the studioCredit: INSTAGRAM
Richards zoomed in on the sandwich Keane brought inCredit: INSTAGRAM
The others were all tucking into a hot meal as Roy unwrapped his sandwichesCredit: Instagram Micah Richards
But Richards was left dumbfounded by the Manchester United legend as they helped themselves to some food while off camera.
Keane could be seen unwrapping a ham sandwich from some tinfoil in a video shared by Richards on Instagram.
Meanwhile Richards, fellow pundit Daniel Sturridge and presenter David Jones were all tucking into a hot meal
And the ex-Manchester City defender said: “What, you’ve brought a packed lunch?”
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After zooming in on Keane’s homemade grub, Richards then added: “What is this nonsense?”
The hilarious moment comes after Man Utd released a clip earlier this week announcing their new kit – with Keane front and centre.
In the video, he can be seen looking at a tray of prawn sandwiches.
This is in reference to his rant after a Champions League fixture against Dynamo Kyiv in 2000 in which he suggested the club’s home fans were not as passionate as the away support.
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This has led to football fans in the hospitality section being labelled the “prawn sandwich brigade”.
Meanwhile, Keane’s former club Man Utd get their Premier League season underway at home to Wolves on Monday evening.
Erik ten Hag is expected to hand debuts to Andre Onana and Mason Mount.
But £72million forward Rasmus Hojlund will not feature as he has been ruled out with a back injury.
Keane referenced his ‘prawn sandwich’ comment in a recent video announcing Manchester United’s new kitCredit: Twitter / @ManUtd More

CHELSEA’S new shirt sponsor appears to have been leaked in a feature video on Sky Sports.The Blues have gone into this season without a shirt sponsor after a series of deals fell through.
Noni Madueke’s Chelsea shirt featured the Infinite Athlete logo
Club bosses had reportedly been in talks with gambling company Stake, before pulling the plug following a fan backlash.
A subsequent deal with streaming company Paramount+ was also blocked due to potential conflict with the Premier League’s broadcast partners.
Chelsea stars are wearing shirts without sponsors for today’s clash with Liverpool.
But they have recently been linked with a £40million deal with American brand Infinite Athlete.
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In a clip with Sky Sports, eagle-eyed fans spotted Noni Madueke wearing a Chelsea shirt with the Infinite Athlete logo emblazoned across its chest.
Other players wore the plain, sponsor-less shirts for the feature with Sky Sports reporter Patrick Davison.
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ERLING HAALAND had a playful exchange with Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher following Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Burnley on Friday.The 23-year-old striker scored twice as Pep Guardiola’s side climbed to the top of the Premier League table on the opening day of the new campaign.
Erling Haaland walked past the Sky Sports pundits after his brace against BurnleyCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter
And gave Gary Neville a slap on the chestCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter
And then continued to walk offCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter
Leaving Nevilles in stitchesCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter
And he was in high spirits at full time when he took part in a post-match interview with Sky Sports.
The panel were discussing Haaland’s second goal – whereby his strike rattled the crossbar before hitting the back of the net – when Carragher joked: “You are a great goalscorer, you’ll never be a pundit!”
Laughing along, the striker responded: “Thank you for that mate. Appreciate that.”
But just as the interview ended, fans were taken aback after Haaland slapped Neville on the chest.
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As the Man Utd icon laughed, Carragher said: “Oh! Ooo. Woah… Hang on!”
Presenter Kelly Cates then added: “I think that was friendly!”
One fan took to Twitter to question: “She thinks that was friendly?”
Another added: “Show some respect man.”
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While a third joked: “Points deduction for that surely.”
Haaland and Neville’s interaction appeared far from serious – unlike the striker’s half time altercation with Guardiola.
The City boss slapped away a Sky Sports camera after shouting at the forward.
He marched over to Haaland with arms outstretched and was clearly demanding more from the player – despite him bagging a brace in the first half.
Much of what he said was inaudible but he was heard shouting “That was totally the opposite” before walking to slap the broadcast camera away.
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FORMER Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has landed a new role at Sky Sports.The 33-year-old has been named as one of the broadcaster’s main pundits for the 2023-24 Premier League campaign, which kicks off on Friday evening.
Sturridge has landed a new job as a pundit for Sky SportsCredit: Sky Sports

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His first appearance as a regular member of the Sky Sports team will be on Sunday when Brentford face Tottenham and Chelsea host Liverpool.
Speaking about his new role, Sturridge told Sky media: “The Premier League season kicks off tonight and I am excited to be a part of it all with Sky Sports.
“I’m looking forward to using my experience on the pitch and bringing this insight to the fans watching at home.
“It is set to be an exciting season ahead and it’s great to be part of the Sky Sports team bringing you all the action.”
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Sturridge made two appearances on Sky Sports earlier this year and impressed fans with his insight.
One person tweeted: “I’m all for Daniel Sturridge punditry mind. Quality.”
While another added: “Sturridge has been tops as a pundit.”
Although he is yet to officially retire from football, he has not played professionally in 14 months.
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The striker was released from Perth Glory last June after making just six appearances.
Prior to his time in Australia, he spent over 18 months away from football following a one-season stint with Turkish side Trabzonspor.

Sturridge kicked off his professional playing career with Manchester City in 2007 and went on to make 32 first team appearances before joining Chelsea.
He spent four years with the Blues – one of which was spent on loan at Bolton – before leaving for Liverpool in 2013.
The striker then spent six years at Anfield and scored 68 goals in 160 appearances for the Reds.
Sturridge also spent six years as a regular name in the England team between 2011 and 2017. More