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Back Pages

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Join Sky Sports News five times a week for a look at the stories making the headlines from the world of sport.

Featuring insight from the UK's top sports journalists, we tackle the biggest sports news of the day with episodes available every weekday evening.

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Episodes

Littler loses to Humphries in final | Onana to play twice in 24 hours | Werner linked with Man Utd move

The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Independent's Miguel Delaney join Teddy Draper to discuss 16-year-old Luke Littler's 7-4 loss to Luke Humphries in the final of the World Darts Championship. They also talk about Andre Onana having to play twice in 24 hours after his AFCON exit was delayed and Manchester United reportedly being interested in signing former Chelsea striker Timo Werner in the January transfer window.

Jan 03, 202422 min

Can a loan move rejuvenate Sancho's career? | Does Rooney have a future in coaching? | 'Littler the star of the year already!'

Teddy Draper is joined by John Cross from The Mirror and Mark Ogden from ESPN as they discuss Jadon Sancho's future and if a loan move could help spark his career back into life, as well as if Wayne Rooney can still be a success in coaching going forward despite getting the sack after just 15 games in charge of Birmingham City. The panel also discuss Luke Littler's journey to the World Darts Championship and whether the 16 year old can go all the way.

Jan 02, 202422 min

Man City win the Club World Cup | Arteta warns of Anfield 'washing machine' | 'UEFA and FIFA needed a shake'

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Sun's Charlie Wyett join Chris Latchem to discuss the back pages that include Man City's triumph against Fluminense to lift the Club World Cup for the first time in their history. Ahead of a big title race clash between Liverpool and Arsenal, Mikel Arteta warns of the Anfield 'washing machine'. Jurgen Klopp is pleased UEFA and FIFA got a shake after a court said banning clubs from joining the European Super League was unlawful. Aston Villa missed the chance to move top ...

Dec 23, 202320 min

Super League clear to form new plot | Four of ‘big six’ commit to UEFA | Ratcliffe’s United deal enters final stages

The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph’s Jason Burt join David Garrido to discuss the news that the European Court of Justice have ruled UEFA and FIFA acted unlawfully when blocking the European Super League. They also discuss four of the 'big six' committing to UEFA as the Premier League rejects a new concept of the league. Also covered is the news that Sir Jim Ratcliffe's deal to buy 25 percent of Manchester United is entering it’s final negotiations....

Dec 21, 202321 min

32-team Club World Cup too much demand? | Kevin de Bruyne's return | Dream CL draw for English clubs?

John Cross from the Mirror and the Times' Martin Hardy give their views on the back page headlines, which include whether the demand is too high for players after FIFA announced a 32-team Club World Cup from 2025. The panel also debates if Kevin de Bruyne's return could be a title-deciding factor for Man City. They also analyse the Champions League last-16 draw and if it's in the English clubs' favour.

Dec 18, 202320 min

Arteta avoids FA charge | Welch to make history as first female Premier League ref | Will Potter appointment get Man Utd fans excited?

The Mirror’s John Cross and The Guardian's Jonathan Liew give their views on the back page headlines, which include Mikel Arteta avoiding punishment from the FA for his comments after Arsenal’s controversial defeat to Newcastle. They also reacted to the news that Rebecca Welch will make history as she was appointed the first female referee for a Premier League game. Graham Potter has been rumoured to be INEOS’ first choice to replace current Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, but John Cross...

Dec 14, 202320 min

Newcastle eliminated from Europe | Could Potter replace Ten Hag? | 'Swiss model' for Champions League

The Telegraph's Sam Wallace and The Independent's Miguel Delaney join Teddy Draper to discuss Newcastle's Champions League defeat to AC Milan, which saw them eliminated from the group stage. They also debate if Graham Potter might replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager and talk about the proposed 'Swiss model' that will be used for the Champions League going forward.

Dec 13, 202321 min

'Where does Erik ten Hag go from here?' | Man Utd crash out of Europe | Turkish FA halt league games after club president assaults official

Teddy Draper is joined by Jason Burt from The Telegraph and Riath Al-Samarrai from the Daily Mail as they discuss Manchester United's 1-0 defeat against Bayern Munich, which saw the Red Devils finish third in their group resulting in an European exit. The panel also discuss the shocking scenes of match official Halil Umut Meler being hit to ground by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca with games in all leagues being postponed indefinitely by Turkish FA.

Dec 12, 202321 min

Are Man City in crisis? | Is Ten Hag turning Man Utd around? | Rahm moves to LIV Golf

The Times' Martyn Ziegler and The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai join Teddy Draper to debate whether Manchester City's recent form is a blip or something more concerning. They also discuss if Erik ten Hag is beginning to transform Manchester United's fortunes and talk about Jon Rahm's shocking move from the PGA Tour to LIV Golf.

Dec 08, 202320 min

How damaging is Rahm’s switch to LIV golf? | Spurs squander another lead | Is Man Utd at a turning point?

The Guardians Jonathan Liew and ESPN's Senior Writer Mark Ogden discuss the biggest stories on the back pages including how damaging Jon Rahm's switch to LIV golf will be for the PGA tour and the Ryder Cup. The panel also debate if Manchester United is at a turning point following their victory over Chelsea or if the sides problems remain. Also covered is West Hams 'salt in the wounds' victory over Tottenham, as Spurs squander another lead.

Dec 07, 202321 min

Pressure mounts on Cooper at Forest | Villa stun out-of-form Man City? | Man Utd bounce back against Chelsea

The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney and The Athletic's football correspondent David Ornstein join Nick Powell to react to Wednesday's results in the Premier League. They discuss whether Nottingham Forest will stick with manager Steve Cooper as they continue their poor run of form with a 5-0 defeat to Fulham. And as Aston Villa defeat out-of-form Manchester City, they discuss whether they think Unai Emery's men could be a surprise title challenger this season.

Dec 07, 202321 min

Rice scores last-gasp winner in seven goal thriller | Raya back in spotlight | Do Man City deserve FA charge?

Teddy Draper is joined by The Telegraph's Chief Football Writer Sam Wallace and The Sun's Football Editor Charlie Wyett to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages including Arsenal's dramatic last-gasp winner that broke Luton's hearts which sent the Gunners five points clear at the top of the Premier League. Did Man City deserve their charge by the FA for failing to control their players?

Dec 06, 202317 min

Has Ten Hag lost Man Utd dressing room? | Haaland escapes FA punishment | New TV rights deal for Premier League

Nick Powell is joined by The Mirror's John Cross and The Daily Mail’s Craig Hope to discuss the increasing pressure on Manchester United’s manager Erik ten Hag. The panel also debate Erling Haaland escaping an FA charge for remonstrating with the officials in Manchester City’s draw with Tottenham. Also covered is the Premier League’s new TV rights deal, Chris Wilder’s potential return to Sheffield United and Nick Pope’s injury blow for Newcastle United.

Dec 04, 202320 min

Ratcliffe set to complete takeover on Monday | Souness slams Grealish | Rugby stars sue their sport

Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirror's Chief Sports Writer Andy Dunn and The Times' Northern Sports Correspondent Martin Hardy to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages. Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Manchester United takeover is set to be completed on Monday with Sir Dave Brailsford ready to launch a new era at Old Trafford. Graeme Souness slams Manchester City's Jack Grealish and big names are revealed in the concussion in rugby procedural hearing.

Dec 01, 202320 min

Will Farrell play for England again? Do journalists need to look at themselves? Could Onana miss AFCON?

Jason Burt of The Telegraph and Jonathan Liew of The Guardian look ahead to tomorrow’s back pages, starting with Owen Farrell and his potential choice to stay away from international rugby for over a year. Will he play for England again and should journalists take a look at themselves in the way they talk about professional athletes? Is it a good policy for Sir Jim Ratcliffe to want to recruit more homegrown talent at Manchester United and could Andre Onana miss the African Cup of Nations to avo...

Nov 30, 202321 min

Onana errors cost Man Utd | Newcastle's VAR stood down | Farrell misses Six Nations to focus on mental health

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Telegraph's Sam Wallace join Teddy Draper to discuss Andre Onana's mistakes as Galatasaray came from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 with Manchester United in the Champions League. They also talk about the VAR for PSG's controversial penalty against Newcastle having been stood down by UEFA and debate Owen Farrell's decision to miss the Six Nations to focus on his mental health well-being.

Nov 29, 202320 min

Newcastle’s heartbreak after late VAR controversy | Man City seal top spot | Sin bins for cynical fouls and dissent?

The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney and The Daily Mail's Chief Sports Feature Writer Riath Al-Samarrai join Teddy Draper to discuss the late VAR penalty controversy in Paris which leaves Newcastle’s Champions League fate out of their own hands. They discuss Manchester City’s comeback to seal top spot in their group against RB Lepzig. They also debate the call from the International Football Association Board for sin bins to be introduced for cynical fouls and dissent.

Nov 29, 202322 min

Dyche up for Everton challenge | Guardiola managing City in League One? | Jackson’s journey to Chelsea

Mark Ogden from ESPN and Martin Hardy from The Times discuss Sean Dyche’s response to Everton’s 10-point deduction and look ahead to the game between Manchester City and Liverpool. The panel also discuss Nicolas Jackson’s journey to Stamford Bridge, Mauricio Pochettino’s management style and the differing reactions to refereeing decisions from Mikel Arteta and Ange Postecoglou.

Nov 24, 202321 min

PL clubs vote against associated clubs loan ban | Wales fail to automatically qualify for Euro 2024

Teddy Draper is joined by Charlie Wyett from The Sun and Riath Al-Samarrai from the Daily Mail, as the panel discuss a whole host of sporting topics. Including, news that Premier League clubs voted against a ban on loan deals between associated clubs, Wales losing out on automatic qualification to Euro 2024 after drawing with Turkey and Tottenham face serious allegations after reports that they used an unlicensed agent, breaking FA rules, when selling English striker Jermain Defoe to Portsmouth ...

Nov 21, 202319 min

How much do England’s Euros hopes rest on Kane? | Will political pressure impact Everton plight?

The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and The Athletic’s David Ornstein join Julian Warren to reflect on England’s 1-1 draw with North Macedonia. They debate the team's reliance on Harry Kane and the selection dilemmas facing Gareth Southgate ahead of next summer's Euros. The trio also discuss Everton's problems and their chances of having their points deduction reduced or overturned.

Nov 21, 202318 min

Everton deducted 10 points | Could Man City be penalised too? | England beat Malta to top group

ESPN's Mark Ogden and the Mail on Sunday's Rob Draper join Teddy Draper to discuss Everton's immediate 10-point deduction after having breached the Premier League's financial rules and whether Manchester City should be concerned regarding their 115 alleged breaches. They also talk about England's unconvincing 2-0 win over Malta, boosting their hopes of being seeded for Euro 2024.

Nov 18, 202320 min

Richard Arnold leaves Man Utd | Chelsea to face questions over FFP breaches | Anthony Gordon's national side dilemma

Teddy Draper is joined by The Athletic's football correspondent David Ornstein and The Mirror's chief football writer to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages including Manchester United chief executive's Richard Arnold departure from the club ahead of Jim Ratcliffe buying a stake in the club, reports that Chelsea could face fresh scrutiny over Financial Fair Play rule breaches during Roman Abramovich's tenure at the club and whether Scotland could tempt Anthony Gordon to play for their ...

Nov 15, 202320 min
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