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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

Horner speaks for first time since allegations | Hodgson in hospital | Mbappe to leave PSG this summer

The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and talkSport's Shebahn Aherne join David Garrido to discuss Christian Horner, who spoke for the first time since allegations of inappropriate behaviour emerged. They also talk about Crystal Palace's Roy Hodgson being taken to hospital after he was 'taken ill' during training and Kylian Mbappe has told PSG he plans on leaving the club at the end of this season.

Feb 15, 202421 min

Why Ashworth to Man Utd is a 'headline move' | Trent to miss League Cup final | Rooney to take up YouTube boxing

Jason Burt of The Telegraph and ESPN's Mark Ogden explain why Manchester United's pursuit of Newcastle's sporting director Dan Ashworth is a headline move in the Premier League. Plus, with Trent Alexander-Arnold ruled out of the League Cup final, what does that mean for Liverpool's chances of lifting silverware in Jurgen Klopp's final season in charge of the club and is Wayne Rooney really going to take up YouTube boxing?

Feb 14, 202420 min

Newcastle fear losing Ashworth | Man City beat Copenhagen | Will Tottenham sign Gallagher?

The Mirror's John Cross and The Times' Charlotte Duncker join Chris Latchern to debate if Newcastle United should be concerned about losing sporting director Dan Ashworth. They also discuss Manchester City's 2-1 win over Copenhagen in the Champions League and address rumours surrounding a proposed Tottenham move for Chelsea's Conor Gallagher.

Feb 13, 202421 min

Have Chelsea turned a corner? | Guardiola demands more out of Haaland | Can Southgate persuade Mainoo to declare for England?

David Fulton is joined by The Mirror's Andy Dunn and Miguel Delaney from The Independent as they look at the back page headlines which include Chelsea's recent turnaround in results, Pep Guardiola demanding more out of his star striker Erling Haaland, and whether England manager Gareth Southgate can sway Kobbie Mainoo's mind in respresenting The Three Lions as he is also eligible to play for Ghana through grandparents.

Feb 13, 202419 min

Does football need blue cards? | Southgate's future as England manager | Will Rashford play at Euro 2024?

Sky Sports David Garrido is joined by The Telegraph's Chief Football Correspondent Jason Burt and the Daily Mail's Chief Sports Feature Writer Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss the morning's back pages. They discuss the introduction of blue cards for sin bins by Football's rule-makers and whether Gareth Southgate will select Marcus Rashford for Euro 2024. They also consider whether Southgate will remain England's manager after Euro 2024.

Feb 08, 202420 min

Chelsea beat Villa to relive pressure on Poch | Premier League reveal VAR frustrations | Ratcliffe unlikely to get funding for Old Trafford

Teddy Draper presents ‘Back Pages Tonight’ alongside Sam Wallace from the ‘Telegraph’ and Martin Hardy of the ‘Times’, who react to Chelsea’s FA Cup victory at in-form Aston Villa. They also give their opinions on news that the Premier League are frustrated about IFAB’s limitations surrounding VAR, and discuss Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s proposed vision of Old Trafford.

Feb 08, 202421 min

Foden hat-trick in title warning | Olise to miss at least two months | Odegaard snaps back at celebration critics

The Times’ Martyn Ziegler and Andy Dunn of the Daily Mirror join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Phil Foden’s hat-trick as Manchester City sent a warning to their title rivals. They react to the news that Michael Olise will be out of action for at least two months and how it impacts Crystal Palace’s season. They also discuss the reaction to Martin Odegaard’s celebrations following Arsenal’s huge win against Liverpool.

Feb 05, 202419 min

Is Fury’s sparring injury a blessing in disguise? | Has Rashford’s goal erased Belfast controversy? | Will rising star Mainoo receive a call

The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss the postponement of the heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk after the British boxer suffered a sparring injury. They also discuss Marcus Rashford’s performance in the game against Wolverhampton Wanderers as well as teammate and rising star Kobbie Mainoo’s international future.

Feb 02, 202420 min

Klopp leaving Liverpool is a ‘seismic shock’ | Alonso will be an exciting replacement | Pep: I will miss Klopp rivalry

Teddy Draper presents ‘Back Pages Tonight’ alongside Mark Ogden from ESPN and The Mirror’s Andy Dunn. Both review the major talking points from the sporting world, which include Jurgen Klopp’s surprise announcement that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, and both feel that decision will cause a ‘seismic shock’ amongst the footballing world. Xabi Alonso has now become the favourite to succeed Klopp at Anfield and they believe the Bayer Leverkusen manager will be an exciting appoint...

Jan 27, 202421 min

Pep hits back at UEFA | Berrada ‘a coup’ for Man Utd | Baptism of fire for Hartley in India

The Telegraph’s Jason Burt and The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew discuss Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola’s response to UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin over comments the European governing body was right to punish the club for financial irregularities. The panel also look at the appointment of Omar Berrada as Manchester United’s new CEO, Coventry City boss Mark Robins’ words regarding racist abuse and Day One of the first Test between India and England.

Jan 25, 202419 min

Chelsea thrash Boro to reach Carabao Cup final | Phillips nearing loan move to West Ham | Newcastle reject Trippier bid

The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Sun's Charlie Wyett join Teddy Draper to discuss Chelsea's thumping 6-1 win over Middlesbrough, which saw them reach the Carabao Cup final. They also talk about Kalvin Phillips closing in on a loan move to West Ham United for the rest of the season and Newcastle rejecting a £13 million offer from Bayern Munich for Kieran Trippier.

Jan 23, 202421 min

Owen Farrell moves to Racing 92 | Mohamed Salah ruled out for up to one month | Virat Kohli withdraws from first two Tests against England

The Times' Martyn Ziegler and Riath Al-Samarrai of the Daily Mail joined us on Back Pages Tonight to examine what Owen Farrell's move to Racing 92 means for his England career after he signed a two-year deal with the French club. The panel also analysed the challenge Liverpool will face after Mohamed Salah was ruled out for up to a month having sustained a muscle injury while on international duty. Finally, Virat Kohli's decision to withdraw from India's side for the first two Tests against Engl...

Jan 22, 202421 min

Salah injured in AFCON | Can Henderson’s reputation be salvaged? Keane attacks Man Utd

The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and Martin Hardy of The Times look are looking at tonight’s back pages and begin with the potential disaster for Liverpool’s title hopes after Mohamed Salah was injured during Egypt’s game in the African Cup of Nations. Then after Jordan Henderson’s move to Ajax, they reflect on how much his time at Al-Ettifaq has damaged his reputation. His former head coach Steven Gerrard has announced that he’s happy in the Saudi Pro League, after signing a contract extension. Mov...

Jan 18, 202421 min

How much has Henderson been paid in Saudi Arabia? | Glazers could oust Ineos next year | Borthwick names new captain

Rob Jones is joined by The Times' Martyn Ziegler and Daily Mail's Craig Hope to discuss the morning's back pages that include stories on the fine detail in the deal between the Glazers and Ineos that could see Ineos be ousted next year. Also as Jordan Henderson looks to be leaving Saudi Arabia for Ajax, the amount he has been paid is revealed. Erik ten Hag orders Anthony Martial to train alone and Steve Borthwick names a new captain ahead of the Six Nations.

Jan 17, 202421 min

Everton & Forest charged for financial breach | Messi wins FIFA award | Murray coming to the end?

Nick Powell is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Mirror’s John Cross as they discuss Everton and Nottingham Forest being charged with breaching Premier League finance rules. The panel also debate whether Lionel Messi deserved to win the men’s player of the year at The Best FIFA Awards 2023 and Andy Murray’s future in tennis after exiting the Australian Open.

Jan 15, 202420 min

Newcastle ‘have no friends’ in transfer market | Is time ticking for Ten Hag at Man Utd? | Luton snatch draw with controversial equaliser

Rob Jones is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Independent’s Miguel Delaney as they discuss Eddie Howe's comments that Newcastle ‘have no friends’ in the transfer market, amid struggles to sign players in the January transfer window. They also reflect on Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag’s defense of winger Antony, whether the end is near for the Dutchman at the club, and much more.

Jan 12, 202420 min

Controversy over Graves' return to Yorkshire | Sancho returns to Dortmund | Dier moves to Bayern

Jason Burt from The Telegraph and Jonathan Liew from The Guardian look at the latest developments in cricket with Colin Graves' return to Yorkshire. They also look at the latest transfer stories in football, including Jadon Sancho's return to Borussia Dortmund, and Eric Dier's move to Bayern Munich. And Andy Farrell is also discussed, after being announced as the British and Irish Lions' coach for their tour of Australia. Thoughts and tributes are also shared, following former England manager Sv...

Jan 11, 202420 min

Liverpool find a way to win again | Are Chelsea struggling for leaders in the side? | Graves makes a controversial return to Yorkshire

David Fulton is joined by Martin Hardy from the Times and John Cross from the Mirror as they discuss Liverpool's 2-1 win over Fulham in the Carabao Cup despite missing several players due to injures and international duty. The panel also, discuss whether Chelsea need to bring in players that have leadership qualities due to a lack of command on the pitch also Colin Graves' controversial return to Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

Jan 10, 202420 min

Tributes made to 'revolutionary' Beckenbauer who passes away at 78 | Man Utd beat Wigan to progress in FA Cup | Chelsea not concerned by FFP

The Sun’s Charlie Wyett and Charlotte Dunker of the The Times discuss the major stories from the back pages which include the sad news that German football legend Franz Beckenbauer passed away at the age of 78. They also react to Manchester United’s 1-0 win against Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup which sees them progress to the fourth round where they will face Newport County or Eastleigh. Despite the 2-0 win, Roy Keane was critical of United’s strikers, and the duo give their views on whether they...

Jan 08, 202421 min
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