Former footballer turned studio pundit Graeme Souness announced on Sunday that he is leaving his role at Sky Sports after 15 years. And yet Stelling has performed to universal acclaim for 30 years on Sky Sports, and it is a pleasant change, every now and again, to go on the internet and see people being nice about someone. Last updated on 30 April 202330 April 2023.From the section Football. The Scotsman had just been discussing what comes next for Spurs, after they'd somehow managed to concede three goals in the opening 15 minutes, again, before completing a comeback, only to still lose. Speaking about his time as a pundit on Sky, an emotional Souness said, "I was given an opportunity to do this and it was magnificent. PA Sport Staff. Nothing goes on forever, I have got lots of things coming up. Sky Sports have announced that Graeme Souness will step down as a pundit at the end of the season, coincidentally the first without Paul Pogba for ages. Souness was in the studio as Tottenham took on Liverpool in the Premier League at Anfield. Only Souness will know whether being open for business means that he is open to fielding offers from Sky Sports competitors, but he certainly has not ended speculation that a return is on the cards. 'Are they leaders then?' Souness confirmed his decision to bow out after Liverpools ludicrous 4-3 win over Spurs at Anfield, knowing that things wont get any better than Richarlison looking really silly. The Price Is Right fans grow concerned after Jerry Springers death, The video was captioned: After 15 years with Sky Sports, today marks Graeme Souness last appearance with us. Paul Pogba comments on Graeme Souness speak volumes as Sky Sports "It has just been the most fantastic time for me. However he may turn down a regular punditry role in favour of returning to management as he experienced success at Rangers - winning the club's first league title for ten years in 2021. "What a stint Souness has done. Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discuss the art of punditry and rank the best analysts, Three single Kiwi women are in search of the man of their dreams in FBoy Island NZ. Souness bid an emotional farewell after Liverpool's dramatic 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday when it was revealed the game would be his last for Sky. Souness spent 15 years working at Sky Sports and was a regular for the programmes high-profile fixtures, often providing a straight-talking edge and had no issue clashing with his colleagues in the studio. But then hell shake your hand at the end of the show and youll come back the next week and youll do it again, and thats what I respected most about Graeme in these last 10 or 12 years. Why Graeme Souness is leaving his role as studio pundit at Sky Sports after 15 years, Is Bob Barker alive? READ MORE: Top 10 bitter player versus pundit feuds, including biggest Souness rival. The news comes just a day after Soccer Saturday presenter Jeff Stelling had confirmed that he would retire at the end of the season. SKY SPORTS could be eyeing a new lead pundit after Graeme Souness' retirement. I think people at home want to see us not always agree, but it has been great and I am among friends. I love football and I care for it and I worry about it going forward. The business of going to live matches and working from them in a journalistic capacity has been a privilege. Souness, 69, held back tears and revealed how much he had enjoyed working as a pundit following a mixed managerial career. Im involved with the DEBRA charity and on the 22nd of this month Im going to announce a challenge that Im going to be involved in. Thanks for the memories Graeme.. Six pundits who could replace Graeme Souness on Sky Sports after his After retiring as a player, he became a manager of several clubs, including Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United. Its football. 1st May 2023 Graeme Souness will call time on his time with Sky after 15 years with the company at the end of this season, closing the curtain on one of football's most colourful punditry careers. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. He also represented Scotland in four World Cups and three European Championships, earning 54 caps. It has just been the most fantastic time for me. Sky Sports confirmed Graeme Souness is leaving the company, after 15 years as a pundit with the company, following Liverpool's win over Tottenham Hotspur. Graeme Souness to end 15-year run as a Sky Sports pundit Lampard is interim manager at Chelsea but after losing his first five games in charge he will likely be looking for a new job in the summer. An emotional Graeme Souness is ending his time with Sky Sports, Rangers hero Graeme Souness quits Sky after 15 years in emotional goodbye as he reveals his next move, Shocking moment 'hospitality guest' spits at Celtic fan after Rangers' 1-0 Scottish Cup loss at Hampden, Kevin Bridges spotted with Celtic icon as fans hail 'two legends', SPFL reveal 'God Save the King' stance after English Premier League request anthem to be played for coronation, Tennis star slammed for 'one of ugliest gestures in memory' as fans boo him and umpire gives him warning, Football sign-up offer: Get 30 in FREE BETS to use today with Bet UK, Rangers 0 Celtic 1: Hoops one game away from clean sweep after Jota goal secures Scottish Cup semi-final win over rivals, Barry Robson lands permanent Aberdeen job after masterminding incredible Pittodrie turnaround, Todd Cantwell called out by Kris Boyd as Rangers star told to stop trying to wind up the fans, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Souness, 69, held back tears and revealed how much he had enjoyed working as a pundit following a mixed managerial career. exciting Premier League game between Liverpool and Spurs, Jeff Stelling had confirmed that he would retire, Graeme Souness says two Liverpool players are 'fighting for their futures' at Anfield, Jeff Stelling announces he is leaving Sky Sports after 30 years, Graeme Souness could make shock exit from Sky Sports at the end of the season, "Will he be able?" Sky Sports have announced that Graeme Souness will step down as a pundit at the end of the season, coincidentally the first without Paul Pogba for ages. If you do not want us and our partners to use cookies and personal data for these additional purposes, click 'Reject all'. Graeme Souness confirmed that he would no longer be working as a pundit for Sky Sports. Klopp accuses referee of lying and having a problem with Liverpool, Liverpool boss Klopp receives reply as PGMOL listen to Tierney's audio. Souness steps down from Sky Sports 'owing 100 apologies'; Neville Sky Sports also released a video as tribute for the Liverpool legend who started his career at Spurs. Neville has said he expected Arsenal to get "battered" by Manchester City after seeing the Gunners players "in the tunnel" before the game. Souness bid an emotional farewell. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. For me personally Ive got the buzz of live football coming to some fantastic games, coming to some fantastic stadiums and witnessing some great events. He has since moved into punditry and provides insight in his role as a Betway ambassador. But he also played the game as well. Speaking after analysing Liverpools 4-3 win over Tottenham, the Reds icon explained that it would be the final time he would provide punditry for the broadcaster. We wish him all the best for the future.". Gary Neville thinks the only chance Arsenal have of beating Man City to the title is if Kevin de Bruyne, Erling Haaland and Rodri pick up injuries. And he told fellow pundits Robbie Keane and Jamie Redknapp and host Kelly Cates, daughter of his former Scotland and Liverpool teammate, Kenny Dalglish, about how much he has enjoyed working on TV. For me personally, Ive got the buzz of live football coming to some fantastic games and some fantastic stadiums and some great events. Real insight that accurately taps into intangible, real life football things," said a second, glowingly. It has just been the most fantastic time for me. I love football, l care about football and l worry about it going forward, but in Skys hands it is in good hands, it is in safe hands, he added. However, while he is stepping away from his role with Sky, Souness says he is "still very much open for business" and that he still has "a lot to offer" as a pundit. I think were weaker for not having him here next season because of what he brings. Sky Sports have several pundits to call upon in his place - the likes of Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp are regulars on their Premier League coverage. Man said he completed his mission," one fan joked about the former Newcastle United manager's departure. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. It has been great, so thank you to everyone.". There is no fixed salary for football experts, but a network and an individual can negotiate a rate. The former midfielder joked that he owed a hundred apologies to people he had criticised over the years and hinted that his next project would be with the charity DEBRA that he has done work for over the year. After a 22-year managerial career following his retirement from football, Souness has enjoyed a stellar career as a pundit and insisted that he owed many apologies in his speech announcing that his time at Sky Sports would be coming to an end. Former Liverpool, Rangers and Scotland midfielder Graeme Souness is leaving his role as a Sky Sports pundit after 15 years. Six pundits who could replace Graeme Souness on Sky Sports after his Graeme Souness has spent 15 years working for Sky Sports Credit: Alamy. "I was given an opportunity to do this and it has been magnificent. Graeme Souness makes final appearance on Sky Sports after 15 years on According to The Athletic, the 2022/23 season is likely to be Souness' 'last' year working for Sky Sports as a pundit.
Charles Thomason Atlanta,
Treasure Valley Community College Football,
Justin Volpe Release Date,
Articles H