Yes, well give Keysie this one; it was strange that Arsenal chose Arteta over Carlo Ancelotti in December 2019 especially given the latters success with Real Madrid. For the next instalment of 90s Heroes check out the Bet Bright football blog this week. In the 1990s, the 2000s, and at the very start of the last decade, they were the stars of the Sky Sports universe and, by extension, two of the most influential people in English football. Tuesday's result at the Hawthorns means they remain in 19th position in the table, six points adrift of 17th placed Brighton having played a game more. She was a little embarrassed, he added. pic.twitter.com/PYqrpFvb9s, Richard Keys (@richardajkeys) September 4, 2022. This was Keys and Grays territory and if you were on it, you knew it. All rights reserved. But does any of that matter when adorable ickle panda-wandas have been unveiled as the would-be successors to non-humanoid World Cup forecasters such as Paul the Octopus? I can describe whats happened and he can say what its like to do it. Massey-Ellis warming up with her fellow officials before Leicesters 2-0 win over Chelsea last week (Photo: Rui Vieira/Pool/Getty Images), Looking back, Keys own view of this situation is that he was the victim. Who ultimately then becomes the master of discipline? pic.twitter.com/y3GtFi8ktg. Keys then added: "He's got 60 people around him. From that Saturday night, when all hell broke loose, the next few days had seen Sky Sports under more direct scrutiny than ever before. Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have not just made themselves favourites for the Premier League, theyve ruffled the feathers of a certain Richard Keys How best to look back on all this 10 years later? An alternative view from Sky Sports insiders is that it would never have made sense for any business, never mind a PLC, to torch its own reputation by leaking to the world four separate examples of its stars inappropriate behaviour. In the summer of 2010, the channel relaunched Monday Night Football, a new platform for Grays punditry. There was an internal investigation to try to find out where the four clips had come from but it could not track down the responsible party. Can you get full marks on our ultimate 2000s Premier League quiz? So Francis and Jeremy Darroch, the CEO of Sky, had a decision to make. The rest of the team follow. He doesnt wish any harm on us, but if they are playing Scotland then, of course, he supports his home country. Even though the story was not on the front page, its impact was seismic. Enjoy it, but I dont understand this. Keys and Gray hosted the Super Sunday coverage that afternoon under intense scrutiny. The 3-0 reverse, thatd ultimately cost the Gunners a Champions League place, saw Keys label Arteta as mini-mealluding to the fact that he believed the Arsenal boss to be nothing more than a second-rate Pep Guardiola. Hes got a point. I was being fed a huge amount of guff from This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. So if any good came of it, maybe that did., Keys and Gray, who are still working together, bumped into Massey-Ellis at Birmingham Airport recently. And the 65-year-old couldnt resist another jab in the ribs of Gunners enthusiasts just over 24 hours later. It was a set-up, of course it was, Keys told The Athletic. . He has worked ever since for the Ten years on from Richard Keys and Andy Gray at Sky Sports Richard Keys slams Arsenal but is it put back in his box Jamie Redknapp introduced smash it phrase You can see it as you drive into central London from the west, near Heathrow Airport. Well, his disregard of technical area etiquette, if his reaction to Artetas behaviour during their victory over Manchester United in April 2022 is anything to go by. Ten Hag admitted he always intended to use Weghorst as a striker, with his recent role as a number 10 a spur of the moment decision. No clue on Hammond. Come on, lets be honest!". FT: @Arsenal 2-1 @FulhamFC "They're over celebrating this It's a 2-1 win against newly promoted Fulham! Im a journalist by trade and pride myself on coming from that side of the fence, but I havent scored winning goals in FA Cup finals; he can add that perspective. Apparently they will answer any question , Richard Keys has sent a strange global text message that reveals more of the dark world in which he lives, Laurence Bassini, whose company has bought Watford, was declared bankrupt in 2007 and has since changed his name, There are those who talk about sport to avoid the weightier issues of the day, and then there are those who magically manage to combine the two without you even realising it. Andy wasnt live when he was stood pitchside. Former Sky Sports presenter Keys now works for Qatar-based beIN SPORTS, and was speaking about the situation back in October. I dont think you need to get to this stage, he told beIN SPORTS viewers. This time, Sky came down hard. My fear is and Ive said it for a long time now, that the guy in the middle there [Arteta] is the one thats most to blame for the inflammatory behaviour on the touchline. There is said to be a consciousness about what constitutes appropriate behaviour and language that was missing in the past. Er no, and that includes George Best hes never let us down. In response, Martin Keown showed all the ruthlessness of his playing days by two-footing the beIN presenter. What Richard (Scudamore) said and did blew us out of the water! (I'm not sure if there are different Chelsea's?) WebWho does Richard Keys work for? What football club does Jeremy Clarkson support Francis declined to be interviewed for this story but, according to multiple sources familiar with his thinking at the time, it came down to behaviour and culture. But my view of that respect was always the case. It was nothing to do with Sian. They were really drilling me with the sort of things I should say. The attackers allegedly threatened him and his wife with guns and iron bars. There is a germ of a point there regarding Scudamore but the issue is that the workplace is painted as senior employees turf, somewhere mens language does not need to be moderated or checked. The International Centre for Sports Security is on its journey towards credibility so why not turn to Richard Keys? Richard Sherman We worked with him for a season and he was always on time and ready to go. 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Keys, speaking to The Athletic from Qatar, says he had been repeatedly told by Sky Sports to apologise for his comments. But they havent won the [Premier League] title tonight. Even Gray joins in. And long may the change continue., (Top photos: Getty Images; design: Sam Richardson). Richard Keys has gone in two-footed on Gabby Agbonlahor, seemingly for no reason, starting a war of words with the talkSPORT presenter. "He did before. Ben White as well who was over there, he said. The first hour of the Monday show, hosted by 2011s emergency fill-in anchor Jones, has become a must-watch for football fans keen to learn about the little details that decided the big games of the weekend. He has since worked for BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Richard Keys Jeremy supports Chelsea because his son does, before that he didn't care about football at all. His final gambit was arranging an appearance on Talksport radio that afternoon. With all the time that has passed, has Keys has said he and Gray are now more sensitive and embracing., But people, in every respect, are more careful and more gentle. But, like a clockwork toy gamely carrying out his duties despite being mauled by a cat, Keys stuck to his guns and called out Artetas inclination to go walkies on the touchline once again. #beINPL #ARSWBA, Watch Now https://t.co/RRmQgctETJ pic.twitter.com/c9bhTGInNo, beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS_EN) May 9, 2021. He only really got involved in the sport after the birth of his son. Why not Leeds? A third clip emerged, this time posted to YouTube, of Gray making inappropriate comments to Sky Sports colleague Charlotte Jackson in December 2010. pic.twitter.com/mEZB4RViY4, Planet Football (@planetfutebol) August 31, 2022. In 2003 Richard Keys has received an Honorary title from Coventry University (Honorary Doctor of Letters - Dlitt) for outstanding services to sports broadcasting. In 2012 Richard Keys and Andy Gray received the best sports programme prize for their talkSPORT show at the Sony Radio Academy AwOscars). Lets be realistic here are we truly to believe that if rules have been bent or circumvented here that this would be the first time it had happened? Since taking over the Baggies in December, Allardyce and his side have conceded three goals or more on four occasions, and in total they have leaked a massive 24 goals in eight games. However, Keys believes the whole episode was a set-up and that himself or Gray have never been caught making such comments on-air. The Dutch coach said: "The last years he was actually only playing as a striker, but I know from a very long history he can play there. The former Premier League chief executive apologised for his inappropriate comments, calling them an error of judgement. Dont forget, neither of us were caught behind an open mic. The 62-year-old fronted Sky's football coverage since the inauguration of the Premier League in 1992, until his shamed exit in 2011. Andy wasnt live when he was stood pitchside. Keys still believes that his enemies set out to destroy his and Grays careers. She had been due to officiate a League Two game between Crewe Alexandra and Bradford City on the Tuesday night. I used to knock a ball about, but very badly. Keys told the story of a recent impromptu meeting with Sian Massey-Ellis, who was the target of Keys and Grays sexist comments back in 2011. Related: Arsenal squad depth image gets fans looking forward to new season, View our Privacy PolicyandTerms & Conditions, TheLondonEconomic.com Open, accessible and accountable news, sport, culture and lifestyle. Despite his immense career, Ozil was little more than a Fortnite enthusiast by October 2020 and Arteta was intent on freezing the playmaker out of his first team squad. The Brazil defender was badly caught out by Aleksandar Mitrovic as the Gunners came from behind to win 2-1 and retain their place at the top of the table. They had accumulated so much credit and fame and power that they looked untouchable at the pinnacle of British sports broadcasting. WebRichard Keys (born 23 April 1957) is an English sports presenter, with a career starting in 1976 when he moved initially to London. Once we get to the knockouts, the flags of the various nations still in the draw will be pinned to trees, with the pandas invited to scale the relevant trunk. He was due to go on-air at 1.15pm but there was a slight delay, so the station had to get journalist Sid Lowe on for 15 minutes to talk about the weekends Spanish football, but even he admitted he was just an incidental warm-up act before the main event. Mitrovic The Brazil defender was badly caught out by Aleksandar Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have not just made themselves favourites for the Premier League, theyve ruffled the feathers of a certain Richard Keys in the process. Keys made his first but by no means last reference to the dark forces he believed were at work against him. It had to quickly plug the gaps left behind to get through the rest of that season. Keys and Gray break down the stats, 33 penalties since the start of last season!#beINPL, More https://t.co/1eGBJOyvQ5 pic.twitter.com/32cBLc5trX, beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS_EN) January 2, 2021. That may be a sign of the times at West Ham, I dont know). Francis shadowed Vic Wakeling, the man who made Sky Sports what it was, before taking over the main job in 2009. All rights reserved. If that reads like a transparently warped brand of moral logic, then try to remember that were all men of the world here (or things that the men of the world might hang out the back of, anyway). If it wanted to get rid of Keys and Gray, it could have done so quietly at the end of that season. This was the moment, above all others, when Keys vendetta took a personal turn and the rest of us began stockpiling popcorn in anticipation of what would happen next. Somewhere in Doha, Keysie just cracked open a bottle of champagne. Richard Keys says he was 'set-up' before Sky Sports departure Richard Keys (@richardajkeys) September 2, 2022. If England are playing, he is genuinely neutral. That week, Francis would continually make the seven-minute walk across the campus, through the car park, from the Sky Sports building to Sky HQ, to meet with Darroch. It really wasnt. Chapeau. the cultural change of which Keys and Gray fell foul. That, in short, is the cultural change of the last 10 years, the cultural change of which Keys and Gray fell foul. Keys arrived at Talksports then office near Londons Waterloo station, by himself. Standing in a supermarket queue when someone at the front takes ages to count out the money. I think not.. Forget what I said they probably dont know the offside rule., Gray: Why is there a female linesman? I saw that Andy [Gray] and I were trending Sunday after I suggested Big Sam should take charge until the summer. Pep Guardiola staying calm despite Manchester Citys winning run, Manchester City easily beat West Brom 5-0 on Tuesday, Pep Guardiola chose not to follow Richard Keys' advice to hire Sam Allardyce. Mini-me wasnt very happy was he? The reinvention of Andy Gray and Richard Keys, TalkSport's hiring of Andy Gray and Richard Keys hits costs, Barney Francis: 'Football punditry is an absolute art form', Richard Keys and the art of the text message threat, Sky generation is beginning to miss Richard Keys and Andy Gray. 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Just like England in countless major tournaments, Arsenal lost against the first half-decent opposition theyd faced all season as United administered a 3-1 defeat at Old Trafford. Francis was waiting for Keys when he got there. Not Keysie. I dont mean to sound arrogant, but Ive probably got the best job in the world. ? Richard Keys and Jamie Redknapp exchange pic.twitter.com/xnER7uAzNa. Yes, this prick does, and yes, he always did. Richard Keys reveals who he'll support in Man Utd vs They put Allardyce's West Brom to the sword on Wednesday, scoring four first-half goals to effectively end the game as a contest before adding one more in the second half. None of this works. Chelsea, though he's worn a Donny hat before on the show, the India special I think when they're camping out. Last week, when she ruled a full-speed Timo Werner just offside in the Leicester vs Chelsea game and was vindicated by the technology, she was widely praised for getting such a difficult call correct. Read more, Editorial enquiries, please contact: [emailprotected], Commercial enquiries, please contact: [emailprotected]. Eventually, Keys went on-air and spoke with Hawksbee and Jacobs for almost 90 minutes. But no one denies that its being undertaken asI write., Come on, Keys entreats of the disputed Qatari bid. This job has got Sams name all over it.. After sacking Gray, worse was yet to come for Sky Sports and Keys when a fourth and final video emerged late on the Tuesday night. And why is this irritating man allowed to spend 90 minutes outside of his technical area? Does anyone know if Hammond supports one? But by this point, the story had its own momentum, and the tapes kept coming. Can you name Arsenals XI from Arsene Wengers last match as boss. Something went wrong, please try again later. If you talk to our match reporter, Geoff Shreeves, hell tell you Im highly strung, but others would say Im fairly mellow. Mobile football strategy game is already past the 500k mark on iPhone and iPad. When did Arteta get special dispensation to stand on the touch line for 90 minutes waving his arms about like a broken windmill? Our mission is to provide our readers with the most engaging football content, bringing the passion and excitement of the world's game to life. Things are looking positive for the first time in a long time on the red side of Manchester. Does he support any team that plays England? Burton was stood down from covering the Wednesday nights League Cup game between Birmingham City and West Ham United. So one member of the team asked whether they could have a life-sized stuffed elephant in their studio for the duration of the show, to never once be mentioned during the three hours on-air. You know, 2-0 to Arsenal, you know, that. The rest of the Sky Sports building was left much quieter after Keys and Grays absence. Does he has special dispensation? 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It was largely, Say sorry, keep saying sorry, you cant over-say sorry. Sky Sports was not an old organisation it had only been around for 20 years but culturally it was very much a product of the 1990s. Did Arsenal get the wrong man in Mikel Arteta? My domain! Kelly Cates hosts Premier League football, Caroline Barker does the same on Football League and netball, Laura Woods is their face of Carabao Cup football and darts. "@richardajkeys & Andy Gray's reaction as the Gunners make it 4 wins out of 4#beINPL #ARSFUL pic.twitter.com/nIcZX6Ij1b, Only three clubs in Europe's top five leagues still remain perfect Arsenal4/4 winsReal Madrid3/3 winsReal Betis3/3 wins pic.twitter.com/lpSS0UtOka, What a team spirit and an incredible Support from the fans @arsenal #gunners pic.twitter.com/8DjUVuQdxn, Nigel De Jong, take a bow. On Soccer AM, the flagship Saturday morning show, Kelly Cates hosts Premier League football. He has not been back since. For Arsenal fans, Saturday's win over Fulham was just as sweet as Richard Keys' post-match reaction was salty.. Gabriel's late winner sealed a 2-1 victory for the Gunners as they maintained their 100% record to remain top of the Premier League, sparking jubilant scenes around the Emirates at full time.. Well, actually, you can.. Roles behind the camera were traditionally even more male-dominated but Sarah Cheadle is one of Sky Sports main Premier League directors, Sam Mills produces Soccer Saturday and Sarah Chenery has directed some of their biggest boxing events, including Anthony Joshuas fights against Wladimir Klitschko and Andy Ruiz Jr. I had about 14 of them I dont think there was a colour left I didnt have. Richard Keys Theres absolutely no need for it. Shes been fantastic. After years of bashing Rafa Benitez, Keys has moved on to the current crop in recent Jack Pitt-Brooke is a football journalist for The Athletic based in London. 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According to Chinas official Xinhua news agency, a team of young pandas at the countrys premier breeding centre will be charged with replicating the German aquarium-dwellers predictive feats. By doing it out of the blue in the January, halfway through the season, it was naturally hurting the quality of its coverage. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Masseys career has gone from strength to strength over the decade since. When Coventry lost at Aston Villa on the last day of last season, I was resigned to accepting relegation so I was mellow, but during the course of that season I was very highly strung. Its fantastic because it shows they care. The pair now ply their trade in Doha, youll recall, with Keys personal blog offering a mixture of completely missable biggame analysis, and sledgehammer sympathy for those of us left behind in the yesterdayville of Blighty. Whether his ultimate paymasters are the FA or the Mossad or some Chinese petrochemical cabal is unclear at this stage but when the history books come to be written, they will surely single out one mans mission to pose as the most lavishly obtuse person in the Middle East as an act of singular courage. And everybodys forgotten!. It can't be that hard. So what was it like, inside the Sky Sports building, as tape after tape emerged of sexist comments from their two stars? What could Keys possibly find irritating about a rich, talented, respected andconventionally handsome man like Arteta?
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