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      Jeff Stelling to quit as Sky Sports Soccer Saturday host at end of season after 25 years in job

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      JEFF STELLING has announced he’s stepping down as Soccer Saturday host – after a whopping 25 YEARS at the helm.The 68-year-old’s final broadcast – which will no doubt be watched by thousands of long-time fans of the show – will be on May 28.
      Jeff Stelling will retire from Soccer Saturday duty at the end of the seasonCredit: Sky Sports
      Jeff leaves the Soccer Saturday desk after 25 YEARS of serviceCredit: BSKYB
      An emotional Stelling announced his departure live on air and received rapturous applause from the pundits in the studio and the film crew behind the camera.
      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.
      “It’s been a lot of fun – for me at least!”
      Footie fans were quick to react to the news of Stelling’s departure.
      One tweeted: “Sad to see Jeff Stelling stepping down at Sky Sports.
      “An absolute titan. Simply won’t be the same without him.”
      Another said: “Gutted Jeff Stelling is leaving Soccer Saturday. He was fantastic in it. End of an era.”
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      And another said: “Soccer AM and now Jeff Stelling. Saturdays won’t be the same anymore on Sky.”
      Sky Sports Director of Football, Gary Hughes, paid a heartfelt tribute to the outgoing Stelling shortly after his imminent departure was announced.
      He 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 has been synonymous with Saturday afternoon football for decades.
      Stelling’s over-the-top reactions to his beloved Hartlepool scoring were beloved by Soccer Saturday fansCredit: SKY SPORTS
      His hijinks and banter also made the showCredit: SKY SPORTS
      “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.
      “He will be sorely missed.
      “Sky Sports will give him the great send-off his remarkable and enduring contribution deserves before he leaves us at the end of May to spend more Saturdays with his beloved Hartlepool United.”

      Stelling – who is beloved by footy fans for his over-the-top reactions and way with words – joined Sky all the way back in 1992.
      The Hartlepool United superfan intended to leave his role after the end of the 2021/22 season but opted to stay on for another season. More

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      Awkward moment Millwall star Zian Flemming is told ‘watch the language’ by Sky Sports reporter after swearing on live TV

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      MILLWALL match-winner Zian Flemming was warned about his language live on TV after swearing.The Dutch midfielder even asked “Can I not say that?” after he was reprimanded by a Sky Sports reporter for saying “s***”.
      There was nothing controversial about the way Flemming hit the penalty winner and celebrated as Millwall cemented fifth spotCredit: PA
      Zian Flemming got intro trouble when he tried explaining how much victory meant for the promotion-seeking Lions
      Flemming seemed unfazed as he continued to smile during the interview – amid laughter in the background.
      That’s partly because he was in buoyant mood as the Lions had climbed back into the Championship play-off zone with a 3-2 win at Blackpool.
      Victory lifted Millwall two places to fifth but confirmed relegation for the Tangerines.
      Flemming started to say in the post-match chat: “When you’ve had such a s*** record…”
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      He was immediately told: “Careful with the language, please.”
      The 24-year-old responded with: “Can I not say that..?”
      His interviewer then not only confirmed he could not do so but added: “POOR record, I think you can get away with.”
      One bemused fan posted: “Championship – always delivers.”
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      Flemming’s 75th minute penalty had finally seen off the Seagulls in a thriller.
      Tom Bradshaw twice put Millwall in front but Blackpool levellers came via a Jerry Yates spot-kick and Lewis Fiorini’s incredible long-ranger.
      Flemming then won it from the spot… before getting in his spot of bother off the pitch.  More

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      BBC Sports host Emma Louise Jones shares clip just moments before awkward wardrobe malfunction at Leicester training

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      BBC SPORT host Emma Louise Jones shared a clip of her visit to Leicester City’s training ground, filmed just moments before she suffered a wardrobe malfunction.The latest clip shared to her Instagram story teased a segment of a video shoot with Leicester stars Wout Faes and Harry Souttar for MOTDx.
      Emma Louise Jones shared a clip of her shoot at Leicester’s training ground
      In which she had to explain what Coriander was
      Emma shared the story of her awkward malfunction earlier this monthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/eljonesuk/3080042995684076550/
      She feared she could ‘flash’ passers-byCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/eljonesuk/3080042995684076550/
      In the teaser, the Leicester defenders played a game of ‘red card yellow card’, with them needing to show a colour card to represent their opinion.
      Emma asked the duo their thoughts on coriander, with Faes putting a yellow card up.
      But Souttar hilariously admitted he did not know what coriander was – leaving Faes in stitches – though Emma was on hand to explain.
      Earlier this month Emma shared an awkward story where she revealed her jumpsuit had ripped immediately after the shoot.
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      In the clip, she explained how she had just concluded her visit at the Foxes training ground, with disaster striking moments later as she made her way back to her car.
      She said: “I’ve just finished a shoot at Leicester City’s training ground and my bloody jumpsuit’s broken.

      “No word of a lie, from the top all the way down. I’ve had to walk through the training ground all the way to my car clinging on for dear life.
      “And, I wouldn’t mind, but it’s the first bloody time that I’ve worn it. I’ll be sending that right back thank you very much New Look. And me left hand is in absolute agony from clinging on so hard.
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      “Also, I’ve now got to get home without making any service stops because I can’t be flashing in any services can I? I’ve had a nightmare here.”
      After a little while, Emma added: “Right, I’m feeling a little more optimistic about my journey home. 
      “The only thing that is bringing me a little bit of anxiety is if a lorry or a bus or something drives past me or pulls up next to me, will they be able to see right the way in as I’m exposed below the belly button.
      “So, if you drive something big or tall, can you let me know how much you can see in so I know please.
      “Do you ever feel like things just happen to you as I feel like things just happen to me.
      “It was always going to be me whose jumpsuit broke the first time I wore it at Leicester City’s training ground.
      “I should really learn from this to take a second outfit, which I should do anyway as I spill stuff down myself all the time.
      “So that’s the take away from this – in the future I will pack a second outfit.”
      But she took advice from fans to cover up with a plastic bagCredit: Instagram @eljonesuk
      Emma has 387,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram
      Emma, who has admitted her breasts are so big they BEEP her car horn, then kept her 387,000 followers updated after taking in some advice some received.
      Holding an orange Sainsbury’s bag over her chest, she said: “Shootout to the people in my DMs suggesting that I put a bag there.
      “I had my lunch in this. You’d never know would ya? Look at that. I’m free again. This is liberating.”
      The BBC presenter, 30, has amassed an army of fans for her work on Leeds TV since 2017.

      She shot onto the national scene during England’s 2018 World Cup warm-up clash against Costa Rica.
      The Cheshire native, who now works for MOTDx and Premier Sports, began her broadcasting career in local radio but is now a star on the big screen More

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      Forgotten Man Utd star Phil Jones spotted in shock cameo on hit TV show Succession

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      EAGLE-EYED fans of hit TV show Succession have spotted Manchester United defender Phil Jones making a surprise cameo.The hit-HBO drama is known for its gritty, witty, engrossing scenes between fictional media tycoon Logan Roy and his children Kendall, Siobhan, Roman and Connor.
      Phil Jones has not played a single minute of football this seasonCredit: Getty
      Jones featured in the game shown on the TV screen in SuccessionCredit: TIKTOK
      And it is during a scene of Roman’s in season two of Succession where Jones makes a surprising appearance.
      Played by Kieran Culkin, Roman is sat at a bar as a football match plays on the TV in the background.
      And TikTok star @noproblemgambler has now worked out what game was being shown.
      He first deduced that it was from 2010 at the Allianz Stadium in Sydney.
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      But when he could not match it up with any Sydney FC games, he became confused.
      That was when he realised it came from a pre-season friendly tournament – the Sydney Festival of Football.
      The match in question was between Blackburn and Rangers – with Jones a part of Rovers’ team.
      And the clip in the scene shows Rangers striker Kenny Miller scoring past Paul Robinson as Jones watches on.
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      It is a remarkable find given the obscurity of the game in question – with Jones joining Man Utd the following season.
      And it is one of the only times in recent years that people have been able to see Jones on screen.
      Injuries have meant he has racked up just five appearances for the club since the 2019/20 campaign.
      How Jones could look as a part of the Succession cast More

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      ‘Can’t say what I want to say’ – Jamie Vardy makes cryptic comment to avoid ‘getting done’ on live TV

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      JAMIE VARDY says he would “probably get done” if he shared his true thoughts on Leicester City’s season.The Foxes are in a relegation dogfight after a major struggle this term.
      Jamie Vardy rescued a point for Leicester City at LeedsCredit: Reuters
      That led to Brendan Rodgers losing his job earlier this month and Dean Smith coming in to replace him.
      Vardy, 36, ended his five-month goal drought last night as he fifth of the campaign earned Leicester a precious point with a 1-1 draw at rivals Leeds United.
      The ex-England star, who was largely left on the bench by Rodgers, came on as substitute in place of Patson Daka for the final 20 minutes at Elland Road to rescue his side.
      And speaking to BT Sport after ending his barren run, 2016 Premier League and 2021 FA Cup winner Vardy said: “I mean, I probably can’t say what I want to say, because I’d probably get done for saying it one TV, but it’s been a weird season for myself. 
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      “I’ve got it now, so hopefully in this little run until the end of the season, they can keep coming.”
      That was goal 135 in the Premier League for the veteran – and the man who set him up says he had no doubt that the veteran would finish it off.
      James Maddison said: “He’ll always score goals, no matter what age he is. He was born to score goals. 
      “After my touch, when I looked and saw him finishing off, I felt calm.”
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      Leicester now have five matches remaining and sit a point above the drop zone.
      And Maddison added that big characters like Vardy are needed to beat relegation.
      He said: “It’s our responsibility as big players to take that responsibility and produce for our club, our fans.” More

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      BBC and ITV pundits including Roy Keane and Ian Wright warned they will NOT be getting pay rise next season

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      FOOTBALL pundits across BBC Sport and ITV Sport have been warned they will not be getting a pay rise next season.Manchester United icon Roy Keane works for ITV across domestic and international football.
      Roy Keane works for both Sky Sports and ITVCredit: Getty
      Ian Wright works for both BBC and ITV across various competitionsCredit: BBC
      And Arsenal legend Ian Wright spreads himself across more than one outlet, turning up on BBC’s Match of the Day and ITV’s coverage of England games and cup competitions.
      But no pay increases will be handed out across both terrestrial channels next season.
      The cap comes after reports of Sky Sports axing broadcasters from their coverage.
      Soccer AM’s 30-year stint was brought to an end last month… and they may not stop there.
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      There have been reports of long-time reporter Geoff Shreeves getting the boot.
      A Sky Spokesperson said: “Our coverage of football is evolving to reflect the changing habits of our viewers and ensures we continue to deliver the best experience for customers.
      “Our proposal would mean the creation of new roles, and the closing of some existing roles, and we are currently in a consultation period with our people.”
      Long-serving studio analysts Phil Thompson, Charlie Nicholas and Matt Le Tissier were axed in 2020 as Sky looked to go in a new direction.
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      This led to presenter Jeff Stelling announcing his intention to leave at the end of the 2022 season, before reversing the decision later on.
      Meanwhile, BT Sport will be renamed TNT Sports following a merger with Warner Bros Discovery.
      WBD also own Eurosport, and under the merger both BT Sport and Eurosport are set to disappear from TV screens.
      BT is scrapping its popular Score football show on Saturday afternoons, which is presented by Jules Breach and Darrell Currie.
      TNT Sports will incorporate the live offerings from both BT Sport and Eurosport.
      WBD acquired BT Sport last year in a deal reportedly worth £633million.
      That means Premier League games will be shown under a new channel from next season, as BT Sport’s deal to show games runs until 2025. More

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      FA Cup final plunged into TV chaos with new kick-off time expected, forcing another major ITV event to be moved as well

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      THE FA Cup Final’s kick-off time may have to be moved due to police concerns and could clash with the Epsom Derby.Rivals Manchester United and Manchester City are set to collide in the final at Wembley on June 3.
      The FA Cup Final’s kick-off time may have to be moved due to police concernsCredit: Rex
      The FA Cup Final may clash with the Epsom Derby on ITV next monthCredit: Getty
      And the FA are facing a logistical nightmare over scheduling the game with the Metropolitan Police refusing to sanction their preferred 5:30pm kick-off time due to safety reasons.
      According to The Mail, the authorities have deemed the first ever all-Manchester final a high-risk fixture for fan trouble.
      That is why they will demand an earlier kick-off time when they meet the FA for talks later this week.
      But the football governing body will also have to consider a potential clash with the Derby at Epsom.
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      The Jockey Club have listed it as being run at 4:30pm, but may now be brought forward.
      But the major problem is that both events are scheduled to air on ITV.
      The channel would ideally schedule both during late afternoon with a significant gap between them to increase the audience size and satisfy both sets of fans.
      But the FA may have no option but to follow police advice, with late kick-off times being avoided at Wembley following the violent scenes back in the final of Euro 2020 between England and Italy.
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      The authorities have made it clear that 4:45pm is the latest time they will tolerate for the FA Cup Final.
      The most likely solution would be if ITV tried to bring forward the running of the Derby until earlier in the card at Epsom.
      This way both events can be shown on ITV1, but that would still require the Jockey Club’s approval. More

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      Fans can’t stop watching BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones dancing as they joke ‘we didn’t even see the other guy’

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      FANS can’t stop watching BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones dancing on TikTok. The BBC presenter, 30, has amassed an army of followers from her work on Leeds TV since 2017.
      The BBC presenter regularly uploads videos on her dancing with Ross Fiddes
      She made a name for herself from her work with Leeds TVCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      The blonde bombshell has amassed a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      She appeared on the national scene during England’s 2018 World Cup warm-up match against Costa Rica.
      The Cheshire native, who now works for MOTDx and Premier Sports, began her broadcasting career in local radio but is now a star on the big screen.
      She has amassed over 387,000 followers on Instagram through her work.
      Jones posted a video of her dancing with Ross Fiddes to her TikTok before the pair were due to start presenting Rugby League coverage.
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      Fans flooded to the comments section with many joking that they ‘didn’t even see the other guy.’
      One user commented: “Apparently, if you really look, there’s 2 people dancing.”
      Another added: ” I swear that guy wasn’t in the video the first time I seen it!”
      A third said: “the guy must be a magician as he vanished 1 second into the clip.”
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      A fourth wrote: ” Where is this “guy” people are seeing!???
      Jones has amassed over 249,000 followers on TikTok and regularly posts videos of her dancing with fans saying she is slowly improving.
      Emma previously revealed the size of her boobs caused her to beep her car hornCredit: Instagram
      Emma’s career is going from strength to strengthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/eljonesuk/?hl=en More