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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

Murray to focus on men’s doubles only | Morocco vs Argentina Madness | Could Ben White return to international duty?

Martin Hardy from The Times and Andy Dunn of The Mirror look ahead to tomorrow’s back page headlines and start with Andy Murray’s decision to play in the men’s doubles only at the Olympics. Then the controversies of Morocco’s 2-1 win over Argentina and Charlotte Dujardin's withdrawal from the Olympic Games after being caught whipping a horse are analysed. Moving to football, could Ben White return to international duty when Gareth Southgate’s successor has taken up their role for England? Enzo M...

Jul 24, 202422 min

Dujardin out of Olympics after video emerges | Is Murray Britian's best-ever sportsperson? | Sancho set for PSG move?

Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirror’s John Cross and The Times’ Charlotte Duncker to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages including news that three-time Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin has withdrawn from this year's games over a video allegedly showing her hitting a horse's leg several times. Plus, as Andy Murray announced that this would be his last tennis tournament, they discuss whether the two-time Wimbledon and Olympic champion is Britain's best-ever sportsperson. Finally, ...

Jul 23, 202420 min

Howe gets Newcastle assurances | Pep targets Eze | Countdown to Paris Olympics

Julian Warren is joined by The Sun's Football Editor Charlie Wyett and The Telegraph's Chief Sports Reporter Jeremy Wilson to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages that include Newcastle boss Eddie Howe getting assurances from Newcastle's hierarchy amid England links and the departure of Amanda Staveley, Mehrdad Ghodoussi and Dan Ashworth. Pep Guardiola targets Eberechi Eze with Kevin Bruyne's future uncertain. The countdown continues to the start of the Olympics in Paris.

Jul 22, 202419 min

Howe wants reassurances after Newcastle restructure | Ten Hag and Man Utd owners have ‘heated’ talks | Everton suffer takeover turmoil again

ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Times’ Martin Hardy discuss the stories dominating Saturday’s back pages that include, the news that Eddie Howe has distanced himself from the vacant England manager’s position but does however, want reassurance from Newcastle after the hierarchy restructure that happened over the summer. They also react to the reports that Erik ten Hag had ‘heated’ conversations with the Manchester United board over the transfer policy at the club and the uncertainty that surrounded hi...

Jul 19, 202420 min

Horror show for McIlroy | England remain dominant against the West Indies | Klopp or Guardiola for England?

Charlie Wyatt and Jonathan Liew discuss all the latest back page headlines including McIlroy's shocking round in The Open, that saw him drop 13 points behind the leader. They also discuss the latest in the second test of the cricket between England and the West Indies, as well as Sven-Göran Eriksson's opinion that the next England manager could be foreign, and if so they should look at candidates such as Jurgen Klopp or Pep Guardiola.

Jul 18, 202419 min

Could Klopp replace Southgate as England boss? | Arsenal reject bids for Smith Rowe | Is Ederson moving to Saudi Arabia?

The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Times' Charlotte Duncker discuss whether Jurgen Klopp would be a viable option to replace Gareth Southgate following England's Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. They also discuss Arsenal rejecting bids from Fulham and Crystal Palace for Emile Smith Rowe before talking about whether Manchester City's goalkeeper Ederson could be moving to the Saudi Pro League.

Jul 15, 202421 min

Heartbreak for England in EURO 2024 final | Should Kane have been rested more throughout the tournament?

The Times’ Martin Hardy and the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai discuss England’s defeat to Spain in the EURO 2024 final. They also discuss whether or not Gareth Southgate had a solid plan heading into the tournament and how will he bounce back from another final loss. Furthermore, they assess whether or not Harry Kane should have been rested more throughout the tournament as question marks occurred surrounding his fitness.

Jul 15, 202420 min

How will Southgate approach Spain final? | Is this his last tournament as England manager? | Sancho and Ten Hag patch up their differences

Henry Winter and Andy Dunn talk through England and Gareth Southgate's preparations ahead of their Euros final match against Spain, how much the England manager wants to bring the trophy home, as well as if they think this is his last tournament in charge. They also talk about Spain's star player Rodri, and the threat he poses to England, as well as whether or not Southgate will continue to make brave decisions with his squad selection. They also touch on Jadon Sancho's return to Manchester Unit...

Jul 12, 202419 min

Lamine Yamal shines as Spain make Euro 2024 final | Now or never for England to impress | Still concerns over Kane?

The Telegraph’s Sam Dean and The Mirror’s John Cross discuss Spain being the first team to book a spot in the EURO 2024 final following a 2-1 victory over France. They also discuss the incredible performance from 16-year-old Lamine Yamal and the potential of the young Barcelona star. Furthermore, they look at whether or not England have what it takes to see of the Netherlands in their semi-final clash and if Harry Kane should be dropped from the starting XI.

Jul 09, 202421 min

England fueled by Euros criticism | Ten Hag extends Man Utd contract | Murray's emotional farewell to Wimbledon

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph’s Jason Burt to review the stories that dominate the back pages. They discuss John Stones’ comments that England are using criticism of their Euro 2024 campaign as motivation heading into their quarter-final tie with Switzerland, what Erik ten Hag’s contract extension at Manchester United means for the club and look back at the Wimbledon career of Andy Murray, as he made an emotional final appearance at the All England Clu...

Jul 04, 202421 min

England to play back three vs Switzerland? | Are Manchester United open to Rashford offers | Cavendish wins record 35th Tour de France stage

Tonight, The Independent's Miguel Delaney and David Ornstein of The Athletic look to tomorrow’s back page headlines. We start with the Euros and whether England will revert to a back three against Switzerland. Are Manchester United looking to offload Marcus Rashford this summer? Also discussed is Mark Cavendish's record-breaking 35th stage victory at the Tour de France and finally can Emma Raducanu go all the way after and impressive first round victory over Elise Mertens at Wimbledon.

Jul 03, 202421 min

Euros quarters all set | Can Brighton’s Hurzeler demand respect? Murray pulls out of Wimbledon singles

Tonight, ESPN’s Mark Ogden and John Cross of The Mirror look to tomorrow’s back page headlines. We start with the Euros as the quarter-finals are all set and Switzerland’s coach Murat Yakin feels confident ahead of their match against England. What changes can we expect, if any, from Gareth Southgate? Netherlands put on their best performance of the tournament so far and Turkey completed a major turnaround from their 6-1 defeat to Austria just four months ago, after their 2-1 win. To the Premier...

Jul 02, 202421 min

Bellingham faces UEFA investigation | How will England line-up against Switzerland? | Is Ronaldo being written off for Portugal?

Martyn Ziegler and Henry Winter discuss the latest headlines, including the investigation into Jude Bellingham's conduct after his goal against Slovakia. They also chat about what changes they think Gareth Southgate might make for England's match against Switzerland, as well as reaction to France's win against Belgium. Cristiano Ronaldo also hits the headlines following his penalty miss against Slovenia, but how he may still impact the tournament following Portugal's win in the penalty shoot-out...

Jul 01, 202421 min

Bellingham shines again in England’s shaky victory over Slovakia | Will injury concerns impact Murray's Wimbledon appearances?

David Garrido is joined by the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times’ Martin Hardy to discuss England’s risky triumph over Slovakia in extra-time and whether or not they have what it takes to face Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Also, they dissect what we have seen so far from Jude Bellingham in the Euro’s and the scrutiny the squad have been under following their performances so far. Finally, they chat about Andy Murray’s injury concerns heading into Wimbledon.

Jun 30, 202420 min

Will Trippier be in England side to face Slovakia? | Gordan 'breath of fresh air' to Euros squad

Teddy Draper is joined by The Telegraph's chief football correspondent Jason Burt and The Suns Jack Rosser to talk about the biggest stories on the back pages. They discuss if Kieran Trippier will be in the England squad to face Slovakia in the sides last-16 tie, and who will replace Trippier if he doesn't manage to prove his fitness before Sunday's game. Later in the episode they discuss how Anthony Gordan is a 'breath of fresh air' to the England squad, his Euro camp bike accident and his vow ...

Jun 28, 202420 min

Foden rejoins England squad in time for Slovakia | India end England's T20 WC hopes

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Sports Writer Jonathan Liew and the Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages as Phil Foden returns to the England camp in time to face Slovakia following the birth of his third child. Woeful England crash out of T20 World Cup to rampant India.

Jun 27, 202421 min

Does Foden's absence upset Southgate's Slovakia plans? | Is it Berlin or Bust for Southgate? | Three Brits into Eastbourne quarter-finals

On this edition of Back Pages, David Garrido is joined by football writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and The Mirror's John Cross to discuss whether Phil Foden absence from the England camp will effect Gareth Southgate's plans for next Euro 2024 opponents Slovakia, if this will be Southgate's final tournament and Emma Raducanu making it three Brit into the quarter-finals of Eastbourne.

Jun 26, 202421 min

England top Group C after Slovenia stalemate | Palmer and Mainoo shine off the bench | Who should be in Southgate's next line-up?

On this edition of Back Pages, David Garrido is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai, to reflect on England's goalless draw against Slovenia. The pair also discuss Cole Palmer and Kobbie Mainoo's impact off the bench, and take a look who should start in Gareth Southgate's side for England's round of 16 clash.

Jun 25, 202421 min

How will England's starting XI change? | Tierney out of the Euros | Olise chooses Bayern Munich move

The Sun Football Editor Charlie White and Scottish Sports Editor Roger Hannah talk in-depth about the problems facing England and Southgate, following their underwhelming performances in their first two fixturesat the Euros. They discuss who will start in midfield in their next game, as well as if Harry Kane back to full fitness following his recent injury. They also discuss Kieran Tierney having to leave the Euros following him being taken off in Scotland's match against Switzerland, as well as...

Jun 21, 202420 min
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