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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

Pep not backing down | Leicester’s new Van Nistelrooy | Southampton win denied by 'controversial' VAR

Teddy Draper is joined by The Times' Charlotte Duncker and The Sun's Dave Kidd to react to the biggest stories on the morning papers. The panel discusses how Pep Guardiola's City's side could turn it around against their upcoming clash with Liverpool, if Ruud van Nistelrooy as Leicester City’s new boss is a good fit and how Brighton go second as VAR controversy denies Saints first away win....

Nov 29, 202421 min

Rasmus to the rescue! | Spurs denied in stoppage-time | Lampard given 'last chance'

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph's Sam Wallace to react to the biggest stories on the morning papers. A Rasmus Hojlund double rescues Ruben Amorim to give the Man Utd boss his first victory. Tottenham were denied by Roma after Mat Hummels' stoppage-time strike. New Coventry head coach Frank Lampard speaks to the media for the first time.

Nov 28, 202422 min

Should we be worried for Real Madrid and Mbappe? | Will Van Nistelrooy gamble pay off for Leicester?

Teddy Draper is joined by Miguel Delaney of The Independent and John Cross of The Mirror to discuss the fallout from Liverpool's 2-0 win over Real Madrid and whether fans should be concerned about the Champions League holders' performances this season. They also reflect on Aston Villa's goalless draw with Juventus in the Champions League and consider whether they have enough squad depth to compete in the Premier League and Champions League. Additionally, they discuss Leicester's approach to appo...

Nov 27, 202423 min

Man City capitulate against Feyenoord in Champions League | Arsenal thrash Sporting | Bellingham hits back at media over Euro 2024

Teddy Draper is joined by David Ornstein of The Athletic and the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss Manchester city’s capitulation against Feyenoord in the Champions League and Arsenal’s contrasting 5-1 victory over Sporting Lisbon. The pair also discuss Jude Bellingham’s comments he was mistreated by the media following the Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain in the summer and Arne Slot’s response to Mohamed Salah's contract comments for Liverpool.

Nov 26, 202421 min

Salah disappointed with contract silence | Amorim's Man Utd a 'work in progress' | Lifeline for Lopetegui as Hammers defeat Newcastle

David Garrido is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Sun's Jack Rosser to discuss Mohamed Salah's frustration after the Egyptian forward revealed he was disappointed to have not received an offer to extend his contract. The pair also discuss Ruben Amorim's first game in charge of Manchester United, after their 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town and also look into West Ham's clinical victory against Newcastle United at St James' Park.

Nov 25, 202420 min

‘Right guy, right moment!’: Amorim gives first Man Utd press conference | Pep: Most of PL want Man City relegated

Teddy Draper is joined by The Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman and sports broadcaster Shebahn Aherne to examine their first impressions of new Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim after his first press conference. They also discuss Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola's claims that most Premier League teams want Manchester City relegated as the club faces 115 charges for allegedly breaking the Premier League's rules.

Nov 23, 202421 min

Pep signs extension | PL Clubs to hold key vote | Should Man Utd players have taken trip to the US?

Jonathan Liew of The Guardian and Miguel Delaney of The Independent look to tomorrow’s back pages, starting with the late news of Pep Guardiola signing a two-year contract extension at Manchester City. The same club has challenged the Premier League on sponsorship rules and a crucial vote on the subject will be held on Friday morning by fellow Premier League clubs. Moving across the city to Manchester United and was it unprofessional for Marcus Rashford and Casemiro to take a holiday to the USA ...

Nov 21, 202420 min

Tuchel is 'wasting time' by not taking charge in November | Bentancur given seven match ban | Amorim is the 'modern day Mourinho'

Nick Powell is joined by Jason Burt from The Telegraph and David Ornstein from The Athletic as they discuss Lee Carsley's end to his interim appointment as England head coach and Thomas Tuchel's decision not to begin his tenure in the November international break.They also discuss Andy Robertson's stoppage-time winner in Warsaw to rescue his side from relegation in the Nations League and Spurs midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur given a seven match ban after his racist remark towards teammate Heung-Min...

Nov 18, 202421 min

England beat Greece | Kane dropped for Watkins | Tyson's ring return against Paul debated

The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Athletic's David Ornstein give their thoughts on England's 3-0 win over Greece in the Nations League. They discuss captain Harry Kane having been dropped for the crucial encounter in favour of Ollie Watkins before debating whether Mike Tyson should be returning to fight at the age of 58 against social media sensation Jake Paul.

Nov 14, 202421 min

Kane disappointment over England teammates withdraw | Man City's four PL rivals seek damages | Is Paul v Fury 'a blow' to boxing?

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...

Nov 13, 202419 min

Coote faces FA investigation | Amorim meets members of Man Utd squad | Tuchel and FA blamed by clubs for mass England withdrawals

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 ...

Nov 12, 202421 min

Coote suspended after viral video emerges | Amorim arrives at Man Utd as Ruud departs | England 'in shambles' amid squad withdrawals

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.

Nov 11, 202422 min

'Tuchel hasn't influenced Carsley's England selection' | Amad nets brace for Man Utd | F1 drivers hit back at FIA president

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 merc...

Nov 07, 202422 min

Arsenal and Villa lose again after defeats in Champions League | Could Man Utd get Gyokeres for just £63m?

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 L...

Nov 06, 202421 min

Amorim sinks Pep as Sporting hammer Man City 4-1 | Luis Diaz bags hat-trick as Liverpool batter Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen 4-0

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.

Nov 05, 202421 min

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.

Nov 04, 202421 min

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...

Nov 01, 202422 min

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 5...

Oct 30, 202422 min

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.

Oct 29, 202421 min

Enzo Maresca calls out Reece James' leadership qualities | Man Utd still on the hunt for new managers | Chris Wood fuels Forest's fire

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.

Oct 25, 202421 min

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.

Oct 24, 202422 min

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

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 'abso...

Oct 23, 202422 min
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