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Join us five times a week for a look at the stories making the headlines from the world of sport. Subscribe for insight from the UK's top sports journalists as they tackle the biggest sports news lines of the day.

Join us five times a week for a look at the stories making the headlines from the world of sport. Subscribe for insight from the UK's top sports journalists as they tackle the biggest sports news lines of the day.

 

#404

Kane disappointment over England teammates withdraw | Man City's four PL rivals seek damages | Is Pa...

Sky Sports Teddy Draper is joined by The Times' Martyn Ziegler and The Sun's Dave Kidd to look at the big stories from the back pages, starting with Harry Kane sharing his disappointment after nine players have withdrawn from England's Nations League squad. They also analyse how important Anthony Gordan could be for England.The trio discuss the news that Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham have taken legal action to ensure they can claim compensation if Manchester City is found guilty of committing serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules.Later in the podcast, they discuss how complicated the future is for Mikel Arteta following the news that Ben White has undergone a minor procedure to resolve a joint issue.Finally, the panel discusses if Jake Paul v Tyson Fury is 'a blow' to boxing.  ... Read more

19 hrs Ago

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19 hrs Ago


#403

Coote faces FA investigation | Amorim meets members of Man Utd squad | Tuchel and FA blamed by clubs...

David Fulton is joined by Jason Burt from the Daily Telegraph and football writer Henry Winter to discuss the latest around David Coote as the FA launched an investigation into a video that appears to show the Premier League referee making derogatory comments about Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp. Plus, why Premier League clubs are blaming Thomas Tuchel and the FA for the mass England withdrawals, Ruben Amorim meets members of the Manchester United squad, and Gary Lineker will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season.   ... Read more

Yesterday

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Yesterday


#402

Coote suspended after viral video emerges | Amorim arrives at Man Utd as Ruud departs | England 'in ...

David Garrido is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyett and John Cross from The Mirror to discuss the PGMOL's decision to suspend Premier League official David Coote after a viral video appeared to show him making derogatory comments about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. Plus, Ruben Amorim takes charge at Manchester United as Ruud van Nistelrooy leaves Old Trafford after the Portugese head coach decided not to keep him as part of his backroom staff. ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

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11 Nov 2024


#401

Pep fuming at Grealish call-up | Will Trent remain at Liverpool? | Mourinho linked with Newcastle jo...

ESPN's Mark Odgen and Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman give their thoughts on Pep Guardiola's anger at Jack Grealish's call-up to the England squad. They also discuss whether Trent Alexander-Arnold will extend his contract with Liverpool beyond this season and debate whether Newcastle United should make a move for Jose Mourinho in the future. ... Read more

08 Nov 2024

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08 Nov 2024


#400

'Tuchel hasn't influenced Carsley's England selection' | Amad nets brace for Man Utd | F1 drivers hi...

Dharmesh Sheth is joined by sports writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and sportswriter Jonathan Liew from the Guardian to dicuss the biggeste stories on the back pages. England interim head coach Lee Carsley says Thomas Tuchel has not influenced his quad selection for England's upcoming Nations League fixtures. Amad Diallo scored twice to breathe life into Manchester United's Europa League campaign with a morale-boosting 2-0 victory over Greek champions PAOK Salonika at Old Trafford. While merciless Chelsea set new record by crushing Armenian minnows Noah and Victor Osimhen scored twice to inflict a first Europa League defeat on 10-player Tottenham and earn a 3-2 victory for wasteful Galatasaray. The Grand Prix Drivers' Association has called out FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in response to Formula 1's recent swearing saga. ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

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07 Nov 2024


#399

Arsenal and Villa lose again after defeats in Champions League | Could Man Utd get Gyokeres for just...

Teddy Draper is joined by Miguel Delaney of The Independent and Martin Hardy of The Times to look at the big stories from the back pages, starting with Arsenal’s 1-0 loss to Inter Milan. Were they just unlucky for the handball awarded to Inter Milan, or are Arsenal being too pragmatic? Tyrone Mings had a nightmare in his Champions League debut for Aston Villa, after he picked the ball up in his own box, handing a penalty to Club Bruges. Are Manchester in the strongest position to land Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres? Could Julen Lopetegui lose his job if West Ham lose to Everton? And could Donald Trump solve the PGA v LIV dilemma? ... Read more

06 Nov 2024

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06 Nov 2024


#398

Amorim sinks Pep as Sporting hammer Man City 4-1 | Luis Diaz bags hat-trick as Liverpool batter Xabi...

Sky Sports' Teddy Draper is joined by David Ornstein from The Athletic and Riath Al-Samarrai from the Daily Mail as the panel discuss the biggest topics across the sporting world, including Manchester City's 4-1 defeat away to Sporting as Ruben Amorim departs the Lisbon club. There was also huge wins for Liverpool and Celtic too in the Champions League. The Reds defeated Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 whilst the Scottish champions beat Red Bull Leipzig 3-1 at Celtic Park. ... Read more

05 Nov 2024

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05 Nov 2024


#397

Edu exit shocks Arsenal | Will Amorim be the new Fergie? | Wilson's double defeats Bees

They Mirror's John Cross and The Sun’s Charlie Wyett discuss Edu's shock exit and what may be next for Arsenal's former sporting director. They also discuss Amorim's comparrisons with Sir Alex Ferguson. Furthermore, they reflect on an epic end to Monday night football where Harry Wilson scored two late goals to win the match for Fulham against Brentford. ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

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04 Nov 2024


#396

Is Ruben Amorim the right person for Man Utd job? | LIV to merge with PGA in £1 billion deal

They Daily Mail’s Ian Ladyman and The Sun’s Jack Rosser discuss Ruben Amorim becoming Manchester United’s new head coach and whether or not he is the right person for the job. They also discuss what Amorim will bring from his time in Portugal and what is needed for the club to get back to winning ways. Furthermore, they dissect the nearly done deal of LIV and PGA merging, in what is expected to be a £1 billion deal. Finally, they look into Mikel Arteta stating that there is no referee conspiracy against Arsenal. ... Read more

01 Nov 2024

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01 Nov 2024


#395

Why are Man Utd’s Amorim negotiations dragging on? | Marler apologises over anti-haka comments

The Times’ Charlotte Duncker and The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew react to Sporting manager Ruben Amorim’s comments that the ‘soap opera is coming to an end’ regarding his negotiations with Manchester United. They also share their thoughts on Joe Marler’s anti-haka comments and what that could mean for England in their match against New Zealand. ... Read more

31 Oct 2024

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31 Oct 2024


#394

Ruud lifts Man Utd’s gloom with a 5-goal victory! | Safety of travelling athletes discussed

Sports journalists Henry Winter and Martyn Ziegler join Teddy Draper on Back Pages Tonight to discuss an eventful evening of Carabao Cup games with Manchester United flying high with a 5-2 victory over Leicester City under Ruud van Nistelrooy.The panel also discusses the safety of cricket players having to be away from their homes and families for a long period after England captain Ben Stokes revealed his home was burgled while his family was in it.We also celebrate a milestone in Boxing of 50 years since Muhammad Ali shocked the world by knocking out an undefeated George Foreman. ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

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30 Oct 2024


#393

Is Amorim ready for the Premier League? | Real Madrid snub Ballon d'Or

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Telegraph's Jason Burt give their thoughts on Manchester United's first choice to replace Erik ten Hag, in Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim. They also discuss if Manchester City's Rodri was a deserved winner of the Ballon d'Or and why the Real Madrid players refused to turn up to the event. ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

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29 Oct 2024


#392

Ten Hag sacked as Man Utd boss | Amorim favourite to replace Dutchman | Rodri wins Ballon d'Or

The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Mirror's John Cross give their thoughts on Manchester United sacking Erik ten Hag. They also discuss who could replace him at the helm at Old Trafford and debate if Manchester City's Rodri was a deserved winner of the Ballon d'Or. ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

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28 Oct 2024


#391

Enzo Maresca calls out Reece James' leadership qualities | Man Utd still on the hunt for new manager...

Mark Ogden from ESPN and Dave Kidd from The Sun are this week's Back Pages Tonight guests as they discuss the latest sporting stories from around the globe, including Enzo Maresca's criticism of Reece James after he captained Chelsea in their 2-1 defeat to Liverpool and how Chris Wood's form is firing Nottingham Forest up the Premier League table. ... Read more

25 Oct 2024

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25 Oct 2024


#390

Man Utd remain winless in Europe | Felix fires Chelsea to victory | Isak to Arsenal?

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph’s Jason Burt to discuss Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce in the Europa League and what it means for Erik ten Hag’s future. The panel also look at Chelsea’s comfortable win at Panathinaikos in the UEFA Conference League, Tottenham’s victory over AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League and whether Newcastle United's Alexander Isak could move to Arsenal. ... Read more

24 Oct 2024

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24 Oct 2024


#389

Mourinho's 2018 title win hopes | Haaland's 'absolutely fabulous' backheel volley | Slot's 'seamless...

Sky Sports Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirrors Chief Football Writer John Cross and the Daily Mail's Chief Sports Feature Writer Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss the biggest stories on tomorrow's back pages.They give their thoughts on Jose Mourinho's claims that he is not giving up hope of earning a 2018 title win because of Manchester City's ongoing legal case with the Premier League.Later in the podcast, they reflect on Manchester City's 5-0 victory over Sparta Praha and Erling Haaland's 'absolutely fabulous' backheel volley.They go on to discuss Arne Slot's 'seamless' Liverpool takeover.This podcast discusses miscarriage, which some listeners may find distressing. If you’ve been affected by anything we talk about in this episode and would like more information on organisations that can provide you with help and support, please head to sky.com/viewersupport.  ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

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23 Oct 2024


#388

Could Xavi replace Ten Hag as Man Utd boss? | Arsenal and Villa victorious in the Champions League

The Daily Mail's Craig Hope and The Times' Martin Hardy discuss who could replace Erik ten Hag if he is sacked as manager of Manchester United. They also discuss wins in the Champions League for Arsenal and Aston Villa. ... Read more

22 Oct 2024

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22 Oct 2024


#387

Will red cards cost Arsenal the title? | Man City to face off against other PL clubs in emergency me...

The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and The Times’ Martyn Ziegler discuss how Arsenal can improve their discipline after three red cards in eight Premier League games this season and how it could affect their title hopes. They also share their thoughts on reports that Manchester City could replace Pep Guardiola with Xabi Alonso next season. They also preview what City’s meeting with the other Premier League teams over amendments to the top division's financial regulations could mean. ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

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21 Oct 2024


#386

Fallout from Tuchel appointment continues | England beaten by Pakistan | Ten Hag lashes out at 'fair...

The Telegraph's Sam Dean and Daily Mirror's Andy Dunn give their thoughts on Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England head coach. They also review England's comprehensive loss to Pakistan in the second Test of their series and discuss Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's explosive press conference in which he complained about 'fairytales and lies' regarding his future at the club. ... Read more

18 Oct 2024

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18 Oct 2024


#385

The FA's Eddie Howe England snub? | Manchester City planning for life after Pep Guardiola?

Dave Fulton is joined by The Sun’s Dave Kidd and Henry Winter to discuss why the FA may have decided against pursuing Newcastle boss Eddie Howe as Gareth Southgate’s replacement as England manager. Plus, a look at some of the targets Manchester City may be identifying as replacement for Pep Guardiola. ... Read more

17 Oct 2024

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17 Oct 2024


#384

Tuchel's first media outing since becoming England manager | Why is Tuchel not starting until Januar...

Teddy Draper is joined by Ian Ladyman from the Daily Mail and The Times' Martin Hardy to pick the bones out of Thomas Tuchel's first press conference since becoming England manager and ask the quastion why he is not starting until January. Also discussed is the reaction to Paul Pogba's first interview since his doping offence. ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

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16 Oct 2024


#383

Tuchel appointed new England manager | Sir Alex Ferguson stepping down from Man Utd role as INEOS co...

Teddy Draper is joined by Miguel Delaney from The Independent and The Sun's Charlie Wyett to discsuss Thomas Tuchel being named as Gareth Southgate's permanent replacement as England manager. Plus, Sir Alex Ferguson will be stepping down from Manchester United ambassadorial role at the end of the season. ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

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15 Oct 2024


#382

Pep Guardiola top of FA's dream wishlist as they hunt for next England manager

Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by Charlotte Duncker and John Cross as they discuss the latest sporting stories from around the globe, including strong reports that the FA are making Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola their lead candidate to take the England job. ... Read more

14 Oct 2024

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19:09

14 Oct 2024


#381

FA stalling over next England manager | Ten Hag's team talk secretly recorded at Villa Park | Englan...

Teddy Draper is joined by The Times’ Martyn Ziegler and Daily Mail’s Ian Ladyman to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages including the FA's continued search for the next permanent England manager, news that Erik ten Hag's dressing room team talks were secretly recorded ahead of their clash with Aston Villa and England's historic win over Pakistan on day five of the first test in Multan. ... Read more

11 Oct 2024

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11 Oct 2024