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      Major broadcasting change for Champions League final as new channel steps in at the last minute

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      FOOTBALL fans will be able to watch next month’s Champions League final in a brand new way.A major broadcasting change has been announced ahead of the clash between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund.The Champions League final will be broadcast in a brand new way this seasonCredit: GettyThe UK’s European football broadcaster TNT Sports will continue to show the match on June 1.But they have today announced that non-subscribers will also be able to stream the Champions League action live on Discovery+.The option will also be available for the Europa League final between Bayer Leverkusen and Atalanta on May 22.And the Europa Conference League final on May 29 between Olympiakos and Fiorentina will be shown on Discovery+ too.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt means fans will have several ways to watch the action for all three showpiece events.The Conference final sees Fiorentina attempt to win a second continental trophy after losing last year’s game to West Ham, with Joe Cole and Don Hutchison in the TNT Sports studio.But the Italians face a tough challenge in Greek gods Olympiakos, who demolished Aston Villa in the semis and will fancy their chances at the home of rivals AEK Athens.A week earlier, the Europa final between Leverkusen and Atalanta takes place and will be monitored by Cole, Peter Crouch and Owen Hargreaves.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAll eyes will be on new German champs Bayer, who remain unbeaten in all competitions this season.But their Italian opponents will be a tough nut to crack, with Atalanta on a four-game winning run and hopeful of a Champions League finish in Serie A.Aston Villa stars and wags go wild as Emi Martinez soaks team in champagne after Haaland goal secures Champions LeagueChampions League winners this centuryThere have been 10 different winners since 2000:

      2023 – Man City

      2022 – Real Madrid

      2021 – Chelsea

      2020 – Bayern Munich

      2019 – Liverpool

      2018 – Real Madrid

      2017 – Real Madrid

      2016 – Real Madrid

      2015 – Barcelona

      2014 – Real Madrid

      2013 – Bayern Munich

      2012 – Chelsea

      2011 – Barcelona

      2010 – Inter Milan

      2009 – Barcelona

      2008 – Man Utd

      2007 – AC Milan

      2006 – Barcelona

      2005 – Barcelona

      2004 – Liverpool

      2003 – Porto

      2002 – AC Milan

      2001 – Real Madrid

      2000 – Bayern Munich

      The last game will be the Champions League final, and has Hargreaves, Steve McManaman and Rio Ferdinand in tow.Borussia Dortmund reached the Wembley final 11 years ago before losing to Bayern Munich.They KO’d giants like Atletico Madrid and PSG on the way too, with stars including Man Utd loanee Jadon Sancho in top form.But perennial Champions League giants Real Madrid are favourites after defeating Man City and Bayern.The Spaniards have already won the competition a record 14 times, and Jude Bellingham will be hoping to make a huge impact ahead of England’s Euros challenge.Ultimate sports presenters rich list
      TV sports presenters make a mint.
      The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.
      Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.
      Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.
      Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.
      SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.
      With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!
      Read the story and see the full list here. More

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      FA Cup announce huge broadcast change with major free-to-air channel losing rights

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      BBC SPORT has been confirmed as the free-to-air broadcaster for the new four-year FA Cup contract.Wembley chiefs came under fire in February when it was announced that TNT Sports had won the main rights from 2025-26 in a deal believed to be worth £130m per year.The BBC have won the rights to show the FA Cup alongside TNT Sports from the 2025/26 season onwardsCredit: GettyITV have lost the rights to show the historic competitionCredit: GettyBut that agreement came with a guarantee that the pay-network would find a terrestrial partner.And it has now been confirmed that – as expected – TNT will partner with the Beeb to ensure fans can watch key matches including the final without a subscription.ITV – who have been showing live games alongside the BBC for the past few years – will now lose their rights from the 2025/26 season onwards.The new agreement will see 14 games screened live on the BBC while also being shown by TNT.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat will mean two games from the first round through to the last eight, one semi-final and the FA Cup Final all available free to air.TNT will have exclusive access to the other semi-final, with all the matches from the third round onwards not kicking off during the Saturday 3pm blackout window also available on the network.FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: “We are delighted that the BBC will continue as one of our Emirates FA Cup broadcast partners, under this new deal with TNT Sports.“It was always our intention to ensure that this very special competition would be accessible for everyone.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”And this new broadcast partnership will enable fans to see more of its matches live than ever before from the start of the 2025-26 season, across both TNT Sports and free-to-air on the BBC.“The BBC has told many of the magical and memorable stories that only the Emirates FA Cup can create, and we look forward to making even more history together in the years ahead.”Man Utd Wags to pay for their trip to FA Cup final While BBC and ITV share coverage under the current contract which runs to the end of next season, the Beeb previously shared rights with TNT’s predecessor BT Sport for four years until 2021.Phil Bernie, BBC’s interim director of sport, said: “The BBC has a proud history of bringing fans across the nation together for all the magic and drama of the Emirates FA Cup.“This partnership for the next four years is brilliant news and, alongside our recent Premier League extension and UEFA Champions League highlights coming this year, means that BBC Sport will deliver fans top class analysis, commentary and coverage of the biggest football competitions free to air and accessible for all.”TNT’s Trojan Paillot added: “TNT Sports will broadcast every single game outside of 3pm kick-offs, starting from the first round, ensuring fans can watch more of the Emirates FA Cup than ever before all in one place.“Our ambition is to make more of the live Emirates FA Cup action available to fans than ever before, so the BBC are an outstanding partner to ensure that alongside more games we also make the competition as widely available as possible.”The FA Cup final will still be shown on terrestrial TVCredit: PA More

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      Laura Woods heading up star-studded TNT Sports coverage of Tyson Fury’s blockbuster fight against Oleksandr Usyk

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      LAURA WOODS will host TNT Sports’ coverage of next week’s undisputed heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.The award-winning presenter will head up the broadcast alongside some of the biggest names in boxing.Laura Woods will head up TNT Sports’ coverage of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr UsykCredit: GettyDavid Haye will join Woods on the broadcastCredit: PAFury and Usyk face off in the first undisputed heavyweight bout since 1999 and the monumental occasion requires a big team to bring the coverage to fans at home.And those who aren’t making the mammoth trip out to Saudi Arabia won’t be disappointed with Woods presenting the broadcast alongside former WBA world champion David Haye.The Hayemaker will also be joined by two-weight world champion Carl Frampton and boxing expert Steve Bunce.It’s not just the presenting team where fans can expect to be impressed by the big names either.READ MORE ON BOXINGFormer boxing star Richie Woodhall will join TNT Sports’ lead commentator Darren Fletcher on the commentary for the blockbuster event.Like Woods, fans will be more used to hearing Fletcher bring coverage of the Premier League and Champions League on TNT Sports.But both have had experience bringing boxing to the public’s TV screens in the past.Coverage of the event is set to begin at 5pm with the ring walks for the main event expected to take place around 11pm.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSUltimate sports presenters rich list
      TV sports presenters make a mint.
      The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.
      Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.
      Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.
      Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.
      SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.
      With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!
      Read the story and see the full list here.

      There will be plenty of action on the undercard to keep fans entertained though with two other championship fights taking place before Fury and Usyk step into the ring.Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis will compete for the vacant IBF cruiserweight title.Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk undisputed fight immortalised with ultra-rare watch – but only three will ever be madeWhile Joe Cordina and Anthony Cacace will face off for the IBF super-featherweight title.But all eyes will be on the main event when Fury and Usyk finally do battle after seeing their highly anticipated fight delayed TWICE.The Gyspy King pushed back the fight from its initial date after he was roughed up more than expected during his bout with Francis Ngannou last year.While a second delay occurred after Fury suffered a huge gash above his eye during a sparring session.Carl Frampton will join the TNT Sports teamCredit: GettyTyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face off in Saudi Arabia on May 18Credit: GettyTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT More

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      Fans convinced Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand is secret fan of European giants after telltale sign live on TNT Sports

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      FOOTBALL fans are convinced Rio Ferdinand is a Real Madrid fan after footage of his reaction to their winning goal against Bayern Munich showed him celebrating wildly.The 14-time European champions booked their place in the Champions League final on Wednesday night as Joselu scored two late goals to clinch a 3-2 aggregate victory.Rio Ferdinand was loving Real Madrid’s winning goal against Bayern MunichFerdinand initially grabbed Antonio Rudiger when the goal was ruled offsideCredit: X/footballontntLaura Woods laughed at Ferdinand for celebrating the goal despite the offside flag going upCredit: X/footballontntFerdinand then celebrated wildly with the Real Madrid fans after VAR gave the goalCredit: X/footballontntTheir victory was marred by controversy after Bayern Munich had the ball in the back of the net deep into stoppage time, but the referee had already blown for an incorrect offside call.As a result, Joselu’s second goal proved to be the decisive moment of the match.And Manchester United legend Ferdinand, 45, could not contain his excitement at pitchside.Working for TNT Sports, the former England and Manchester United centre-back’s celebrations were momentarily cut short when he realised the offside flag had been raised as Antonio Rudiger stormed towards him and the fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis left presenter Laura Woods in stitches as she laughed at Ferdinand for prematurely going wild.Everyone inside the Bernabeu then waited as the decision went to VAR, before the goal was given.And Ferdinand proceeded to go mad when it was confirmed, jumping up and down and pumping his fists.He then locked eyes with a Real Madrid fan in the front row and gave him a hug.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFerdinand could then be seen looking on in astonishment, applauding and shouting: “Wow.”TNT Sports shared a one-minute clip of the reaction on social media which sparked many responses from fans suggesting Ferdinand is a secret Real Madrid supporter.Thomas Tuchel accuses referee of breaking ‘EVERY RULE’ to deny Bayern Munich last-gasp equaliser in Real Madrid clashOne said: “So we can all agree that you are, in fact, a Madridista, @rioferdy5?”Another added: “@rioferdy5 is a madridsta, you can’t tell me anything else.”A third replied: “Rio is a closet Madrid fan. I have an inkling that if he wasn’t a United legend, he’d have denounced his support for them to follow Madrid.”While a fourth responded: “Has Rio no filter or loyalty?”And a fifth, possibly referring to United’s dismal form since he hung up his boots, said: “Man Utd have never made him this happy as a fan 😞.”Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Laura Woods’ interview with Jude Bellingham goes viral thanks to awkward TNT Sports gaffe live on air

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      AN interview with Jude Bellingham on TNT Sports went viral after an awkward on-air blunder by the production team.Laura Woods and Rio Ferdinand caught up with the Real Madrid star after Joselu’s brace saw the Spanish side win the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich.A TNT Sports interview with Jude Bellingham went viralCredit: X/footballontntIt came as a member of the crew rushed on front of the camera to apply a TNT Sports logoCredit: X/footballontntFans praised the precision they displayed under pressureCredit: X/footballontntHowever, the interview ended up going viral as fans spotted a member of the production crew run in front of the camera. The interview podium featured a Champions League badge on it but did not have a TNT Sports logo on it.The crew member spotted this and rushed in front of the camera to quickly put a sticker of the logo on it.Once it was applied they then gave it a once over to ensure it was flat before rushing off camera again.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA video shared to TNT Sports social media page showed two angles of the six second clip, the first being of the angle of the interview and the other being from the other side.The video was captioned: “*I’ll be in and out like a flash, no one will notice*.”And fans were left impressed by the precision shown by the crew member. Reacting to the clip, one fan said: “I can’t be the only one impressed by how straight he managed to get it under pressure.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second said: “And we didn’t notice😆.”Another said: “To be fair he’s got that dead level with hardly any time to do it.”England footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsA fourth added: “Faster than an F1 pitstop!”A fifth said: “These are the people who put ‘I can work under pressure’ on their CVs 🤣.”Bellingham, who helped Real win LaLiga last week, will have the chance to win his first Champions League title if he can overcome his old club Borussia Dortmund in the final.He called the experience a “dream come true” and told DAZN: “It’s my first final, in England, against Dortmund.”It will be nice to see some old friends. [My current team] earned our place in the final and showed great character.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Awkward moment Laura Woods is told she is ‘BATTERING’ her own TNT Sports pundits live on TV

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      LAURA WOODS was awkwardly told she was “BATTERING” her own TNT Sports pundits due to their poor records at Real Madrid. Woods was working from the Spanish capital ahead of the newly-crowned LaLiga champions’ semi-final against Bayern Munich. Laura Woods in Madrid with Rio Ferdinand and Steve McManamanCredit: TNT SportsReshmin Chowdhury at The Best FIFA Football Awards 2023Credit: GettyShe was joined by ex-Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand and former Madrid midfielder Steve McManaman at the Bernabeu. And former Old Trafford team-mates Paul Scholes and Owen Hargreaves were in the studio with Reshmin Chowdhury. Woods brought up the horrible record Ferdinand, Scholes and Hargreaves have at Madrid’s home. She said: “What I was just about to say is, collectively about the Bernabeu, how special it is and how difficult it is to come here. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The pundits back in the studio and including Rio, you’ve all come here and you’ve never won. “So in the times that you’ve come here, eight times, you’ve all lost six times collectively. Just goes to show.” Ferdinand first played at the Bernabeu in 2001 for Leeds, losing a 3-2 thriller. Meanwhile, Hargreaves also played against the Spaniards in Bayern Munich colours in 2002. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWoods’ reminder did not go unoticed by Chowdhury in the studio.She said: “Laura I feel like we’re just battering our pundits today just highlighting how they’ve never beaten Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.”Laura Woods can’t keep her hands off boyfriend Adam Collard as loved-up couple snog on the beach in MexicoThe TNT squad watched in awe as Madrid came from one behind to steal the tie in the dying embers. A double from super-sub Joselu ended the game 2-1 and 4-3 overall with Madrid progressing to the June 1 final at Wembley against Bourssia Dortmund. Joselu was the hero in Madrid as he scored both goals in a 2-1 win More

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      Thomas Tuchel gatecrashes Laura Woods live on TNT Sports to talk with Rio Ferdinand ‘about Man Utd job’

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      THOMAS TUCHEL gatecrashed TNT Sports’ pre-match coverage to chat to Rio Ferdinand ahead of Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid.The Bayern boss approached Ferdinand, who was on punditry duty alongside Steve McManaman and Laura Woods, while his team were warming up at the Santiago Bernabeu after their incredible 2-1 loss.Thomas Tuchel spoke to Rio Ferdinand before the matchCredit: TNT SportsFerdinand joked he spoke to the Bayern boss about joining Man UtdCredit: GettyDiscussing what was said, the United legend revealed: “I just said good luck to him and he’s so relaxed.”He’s such a calm character. You’d never know this is a semi-final, one of his last opportunities to win a trophy.”So good luck to him.”McManaman then chimed in to ask: “What about the Manchester United job?”READ MORE ON MAN UTDTo which Ferdinand replied: “That was the final part of the talk! Where are you going?”Tuchel has been linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent weeks amid uncertainty surrounding Erik ten Hag’s future.The Dutchman is expected to leave Man Utd this summer after failing to compete in the Premier League.Tuchel is one of several names in line alongside Gareth Southgate and Graham Potter.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe former Chelsea manager is set to step down from his post at Bayern Munich this summer.However, he is on the verge of leading his team to the Champions League final.Bayern Munich star Thomas Muller accuses Real Madrid star of ‘listening for the tactics’ in cheeky live TV interview Bayern will face old rivals Borussia Dortmund at Wembley if they beat Real Madrid tonight.Erik ten Hag is expected to leave Man Utd this summerCredit: Alamy More

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      Laura Woods rocks bold sleeveless outfit live on TNT Sports for Champions League semi-final between PSG and Dortmund

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      LAURA WOODS delighted fans as she presented coverage of tonight’s Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund.The popular host, 36, was joined in the TNT Sports studio by Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves.Laura Woods was on TNT Sports for their Champions League coverageCredit: TNT SportsLaura is TNT Sports’ main Champions League presenterCredit: TNT SportsShe was joined for the action by Rio Ferdinand and Owen HargreavesCredit: TNT SportsThe trio were on duty to cover the mouthwatering Champions League semi-final second leg between PSG and Dortmund.For the occasion, Laura wore a smart sleeveless black top and suit trousers combination.Dortmund went into the match leading 1-0 from last week’s first leg in Germany.Niclas Fullkrug bagged BVB’s stunning winner on home soil, but Edin Terzic went into tonight knowing his side would be faced with a difficult task.READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSGoing into the match, outgoing PSG talisman Kylian Mbappe said: “We’re confident that we’ll come back from that score and reach the final.”There’s a lot of pressure, which is normal because there’s a place in the Champions League final at stake, which is very important. Especially when you consider the club’s record in the competition.”We’re aware of the pressure, but the group is extremely calm. We’re confident that we’ll come back from that score and reach the final.”Last week Laura was pitchside in Germany for Bayern Munich’s clash with Real Madrid at Allianz Arena.Most read in Champions LeagueFans loved her appearance, with plenty taking to social media.One purred: “Wasn’t even going to watch the champions league tonight, but then I seen Laura Woods and now I am”Laura Woods can’t keep her hands off boyfriend Adam Collard as loved-up couple snog on the beach in MexicoWhile a second posted: “Laura Woods is an absolute joke ain’t she.”A third added: “Laura Woods damn.”Inside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…Laura is the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverageLaura regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura presented coverage of Anthony Joshua’s bout with Jermaine FranklinCredit: RexShe has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: GettyLaura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: InstagramLaura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: InstagramThe presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: GettyShe also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: InstagramWoods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: InstagramShe loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura has an enviable lifestyle and fans regularly go wild for her outfitsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More