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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

Villa’s trophy hopes fade away | Dyche warns top talent will be sold | FIFA face legal threat from players

Teddy Draper is joined by the Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and the Telegraph’s Sam Dean to discuss Aston Villa’s trophy hopes ending in defeat to Olympiakos in Greece. The panel also discuss Sean Dyche’s warning that he could be forced to sell his best players this summer as the 777 Partners takeover deal remains in jeopardy. Plus, there is reaction to FIFA facing potential legal action from players over the congested calendar if they continue with plans to host a 32-team Club World Cup at the end o...

May 09, 202421 min

Madrid late show KOs Bayern to reach CL final | Everton takeover in doubt | Would Chelsea meet UEFA financial rules?

Teddy Draper is joined by football writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and The Times' Martin Hardy to look back on Real Madrid’s victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final. The panel discuss why Harry Kane was substituted by Thomas Tuchel and praise Jude Bellingham as he heads to Wembley for the final against his old team Borussia Dortmund. Plus, there is reaction to news that the proposed takeover of Everton by 777 Partners is in jeopardy and that Chelsea could struggle to me...

May 08, 202421 min

Is Ten Hag's position untenable? | West Ham's new direction | Nunez Liverpool exit talk

David Fulton is joined by The Independent's Miguel Delaney and Martyn Zeigler from The Times to discuss the biggest stories on the morning's back pages, including whether Erik ten Hag's time is up after Manchester United's thrashing by Crystal Palace. Plus reaction to West Ham's announcement that David Moyes is leaving the club - and why Darwin Nunez has fuelled rumours that he's set to leave Liverpool this summer.

May 06, 202421 min

Liverpool closing in on Slot signing | Tuchel on Man Utd's radar | Foden named footballer of the year

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Sun's Jack Rosser join Teddy Draper to discuss what impact Arne Slot could have if he's appointed as Liverpool's new manager. They also debate whether Thomas Tuchel would be a good replacement if Erik ten Hag was to be sacked at Manchester United and talk about Manchester City's Phil Foden being named footballer of the year by the Football Writers' Association.

May 03, 202420 min

Ten Hag hits back at Man Utd squad overhaul talk | Aston Villa stunned by Olympiakos | Chelsea sink lacklustre Spurs

Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by the Guardian's sportswriter Jonathan Liew and The Mirror's Chief Football writer John Cross to discuss the stories dominating the back pages, including Aston Villa's shock defeat to Olympiakos in the Europa Conference League semi-final first leg. As well as Chelsea's win over a lacklustre Tottenham team and Erik ten Hag's response to a complete summer overhaul of the Manchester United squad.

May 02, 202420 min

Bellingham and Kane star in Champions League | Refs could speak to crowd | Everton in takeover doubt

The Times' Henry Winter and ESPN's David Ornstein join Teddy Draper to talk through the morning's back pages, including stories of England duo Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane star in Champions League semi-final first leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. The Premier League could allow referees to explain their decisions to the stadium crowds following VAR intervention. Everton's takeover by 777 is in doubt after insolvency advisers are called. An American broadcaster call for some Premier Le...

Apr 30, 202421 min

Does ten Hag's Man Utd squad needs a clear out? | Mohamed Salah expected to stay at Liverpool | Premier League clubs vote for spending cap

On this edition of Back Pages, The Times' Martin Hardy and The Independent's Miguel Delaney discuss if Erik ten Hag's Manchester United squad needs a clear out. They also react to the news that Mohamed Salah is expected to stay at Liverpool amid transfer speculation over Saudi Pro League interest. The pair also break down the spending cap vote from Premier League clubs.

Apr 29, 202420 min

'Slot is a gamble for Liverpool' | Wenger gives Arteta NLD advice | Rashford under fire again

Teddy Draper is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and the Mirror's John Cross to discuss the biggest stores on the morning's back pages, including Jamie Carragher's column in The Times about Arne Slot's pending appointment as Liverpool manager. Legendary Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger advises Mikel Arteta ahead of the North London Derby on Super Sunday. Manchester United's Marcus Rashford comes under fire again.

Apr 26, 202421 min

Liverpool's title charge halted by Everton | Is Mauricio Pochettino's job at Chelsea in the balance? | Bruno Fernandes rescues Man Utd!

Teddy Draper is joined by the The Sun's Charlie Wyett and the Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss Everton's 2-0 win against local rivals Liverpool, as The Toffees put a dent in Jurgen Klopp's title ambitions. They also break down if Mauricio Pochettino's job at Chelsea is in the balance, after his side were thumbped 5-0 by Arsenal and talk through Bruno Fernandes' superb brace that rescued Manchester United against Sheffield United.

Apr 24, 202420 min

Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea | Slot the right man for Liverpool? | Klopp's final Merseyside derby

Teddy Draper is joined by the Athletics' David Ornstein and the Times' Martyn Ziegler to reflect on the biggest stories from Wednesday's back pages. The pair discuss Arsenal's 5-0 thrashing of Chelsea that sent them three points clear in the Premier League title race, Ornstein runs through the latest on Arne Slot potentially replacing Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, while Klopp's chances of success in his final Merseyside derby showdown are analysed.

Apr 23, 202420 min

Forest fury with officials | Will Ten Hag be sacked? | Could Amorim replace Moyes at West Ham?

The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Sun's Dave Kidd debate whether Nottingham Forest were within their rights to demand the audio between officials from Sunday's loss at Everton be released publicly. They also discuss whether Erik ten Hag will remain as Manchester United boss after they almost let a three-goal lead slip in their FA Cup semi-final against Coventry City and if Ruben Amorim could replace David Moyes as West Ham United manager.

Apr 22, 202420 min

FA ‘spineless’ for axing replays | Pep: Palmer wanted to leave for two years | Arsenal at risk of copying Pochettino’s Spurs

Teddy Draper is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogfen and Jack Rosser from The Sun to discuss the Football Association's decision to scrap FA Cup replays from next season. They debate whether Pep Guardiola regrets letting Cole Palmer go to Chelsea ahead of their FA Cup semi-final clash. They also discuss whether Arsenal are at risk of copying Mauricio Pochettino’s Spurs side and continuing to miss out on the big trophies at the end of the season.

Apr 19, 202420 min

FA Cup replays to be scrapped | Klopp's last European game for Liverpool ends in defeat | Martinez's shootout heroics sends Villa through

David Garrido is joined by the Telegraph’s Sam Wallace and Jonathan Liew of the Guardian to reflect on the leading sporting stories on Friday’s back pages. The decision to scrap FA Cup replays from next season has brought strong condemnation from the EFL, with the decision being branded as ‘an absolute disgrace’. Jurgen Klopp managed his last game for Liverpool in Europe after their 3-1 defeat to Atalanta in the Europa League but are the wheels falling off their season? Emi Martinez was Aston Vi...

Apr 18, 202420 min

Palmer shines as Chelsea thrash Everton | Toffees’ 777 Partners takeover thrown into doubt | Tributes pour in for Derek Underwood

The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney and the Telegraph's Chief Football Correspondent Jason Burt join Nick Powell to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages. Chelsea thrash a sorry Everton, courtesy of four goals from the Blues' talisman Cole Palmer. 777 Partners' takeover of Everton is thrown into fresh doubt as the proposed new owners seek more time amid a race for extra funding. Plus, tributes pour in for former England spinner 'Deadly' Derek Underwood, who passed aw...

Apr 15, 202420 min

Liverpool stunned at Anfield | PL to introduce semi-automated offside technology | Man Utd trying to 'force through' Ashworth agreement

The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph's Sam Wallace join Dave Fulton to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages. Liverpool and West Ham were defeated in their first-leg Europa League ties while Aston Villa gained an advantage over Lille in their Europa Conference League first-leg match. The Premier League will use semi-automated offside technology before the end of the year. Manchester United edge closer to landing football director Dan Ashworth from Newcastle.

Apr 11, 202421 min

Barcelona joy after PSG comeback | Rodri tells Pep he needs rest | Klopp’s plea over fan protest

ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Telegraph’s Jeremy Wilson join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Barcelona’s comeback to beat PSG at the Parc de Princes. They react to Rodri telling Pep Guardiola that he needs rest during Man City’s frantic end of the season schedule. They also discuss Jurgen Klopp’s plea to the fans amid a protest about the club’s ticket price rise.

Apr 10, 202421 min

Man City and Arsenal play out thrillers in Champions League | Can Tiger Woods really capture another Masters?

The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein and The Times' Football Reporter Charlotte Duncker join Teddy Draper to discuss the stories dominating the back pages. Including Manchester City's exhilarating six-goal thriller with Real Madrid and Arsenal's action-packed draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals. Plus, they discuss whether Tiger Woods can challenge for his sixth Masters title this year at Augusta.

Apr 09, 202421 min

Are the Premier League PSR rules working correctly? | Is Klopp playing 'mind games'?' | Is it 'now or never' for Kane's Bayern Munich

On this edition of Back Pages, Sky Sports' Nick Powell is joined by The Telegraph's Jason Burt and The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney to discuss if the Premier League PSR rules are working correctly, after Everton received a further two-point deduction. They also explore if Jurgen Klopp is playing 'mind games' and if it is 'now or never' for Harry Kane's Bayern Munich ahead of their clash against Arsenal.

Apr 08, 202421 min

'Teg Hag will be gone in the summer' | Man Utd vs Liverpool preview | Tiger to return

Teddy Draper is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Times' Martyn Ziegler to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages including the latest on Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United and a look ahead to the massive Super Sunday match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford. The real Ben White is revealed as The Times goes in search of the man behind the player. Tiger Woods confirms his return to The Masters.

Apr 05, 202420 min

Palmer’s ‘huge’ impact at Chelsea | Mac Allister ‘signing of the season’ | PSR rules discussed

The Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai and The Sun’s Dave Kidd join Sky Sports’ David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Cole Palmer’s impact at Chelsea after the midfielder scored a hat-trick in the Premier League game to win it for his side 4-3 against Man Utd. The panel also discusses Liverpool’s 2023 summer signing Alexis Mac Allister after the midfielder sent a screamer into the back of the net in the Premier League game against Sheffield United. As well as the latest football action, the...

Apr 04, 202420 min

Nottingham Forest fly against Fulham | Who will fill Jurgen Klopp’s boots? | Leicester financial struggles escalate

The Telegraph's Jason Burt and The Sun’s Charlie Wyett discuss Nottingham Forest’s crucial three points against Fulham and how they look to bounce back following their points deduction. They also discuss who is in the running to take Jurgen Klopp’s place at the end of the season and what exactly Leicester's future looks like following their financial dilemmas.

Apr 02, 202421 min

Could Newcastle sell Isak? | Moyes comes to defence of Phillips | Bayern interested in De Zerbi

The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Mirror's John Cross join Rob Jones to discuss whether Newcastle United could sell Alexander Isak due to financial fair play concerns. They also talk about West Ham's David Moyes offering his support to struggling midfielder Kalvin Phillips and address rumours linking Brighton's Roberto De Zerbi with the Bayern Munich job at the end of this season.

Apr 01, 202420 min
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