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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

Mbeumo keen to join Utd but Bruno on the way out? | What's next for Sancho as Chelsea pursue Gittens | Tuchel's unique World Cup preparation

On Back Pages Tonight, Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirror's Chief football writer John Cross and The Times' Northern sports correspondent Martin Hardy. The trio discuss Manchester United's summer transfer plans, including Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo being reportedly keen to join Ruben Amorim's side, and captain Bruno Fernandes potentially joining Al-Hilal. They also debate Jadon Sancho's future as Chelsea show interest in Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, as well as, Thomas Tuchel's preparation for ...

Jun 02, 202521 min

Delap opts for Chelsea over rivals | Is Hong Kong trip detrimental for Man Utd? | Humphries beats Littler to claim first PL title!

The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Sun’s Charlie Wyett join Teddy Draper on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Liam Delap’s choice to opt for Chelsea over Manchester United. The panel also discusses whether the Hong Kong trip for the Red Devils was the right call and Luke Humphries’ success in beating Luke Littler to claim his first Premier League title. Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker...

May 29, 202521 min

Klopp sends emotional message to injured Liverpool fans | Earps announces international retirement | Man Utd agree to Wolves’ Cunha terms

Warning: This podcast contains distressing details. Daily Mirror’s Andy Dunn and Daily Mail’s Craig Hope join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss the traumatic incident at the Liverpool parade, where more than 50 people were injured after a car drove into pedestrians. The panel also discusses Mary Earps' decision to retire from international football ahead of the Euros and Manchester United's agreement to Wolverhampton Wanderers' release clause terms for Matheus Cunha....

May 27, 202521 min

Has Ange confirmed Spurs stay? | Could Man Utd be forced to sell Bruno Fernandes? | Tuchel’s surprise Toney England recall

Dave Reed is joined by The Sun’s Jack Rosser and ESPN’s Mark Ogden to discuss Spurs' trophy parade, as boss Ange Postecoglou drops a possible hint about his future at the club. The panel also examines whether Manchester United may be forced to sell talisman Bruno Fernandes after Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal set a deadline for the midfielder and, Ivan Toney's surprise recall to the England squad, plus much more.

May 23, 202521 min

Amorim 'safe' from Man Utd Axe | Garnacho disappointed with Europa League final involvement | Is there pressure on Levy to stick with Ange?

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Times' Charlotte Dunker to discuss Ruben Amorim's future at Manchester United, following the club's public display of support. The pair also look into Alejandro Garnacho's comments following his side's loss in the Europa League final, and debate if there is pressure on Spurs chairman Daniel Levy to stick with Ange Postecoglou, after he ended the club's 17-year trophy drought.

May 22, 202522 min

Spurs celebrate end to trophy drought | Postecoglou future? | 'Answers needed' for Amorim

On tonight's episode of Back Pages, David Ornstein from the Athletic and Riath Al Samarrai from the Daily Mail react to a 'terrible' Europa League final which saw Spurs clinch triumph over Man United. The duo questions Ruben Amorim's Man United's lack of creativity in their campaign this season. Plus, they discuss the important conversations Ange Postecoglou will need now he's cemented his legacy with the team.

May 22, 202520 min

Ange up for the fight | Is £100m enough for Man Utd in the summer? How will City cope without KDB?

Henry Winter and John Cross of The Mirror look at tomorrow’s back pages, starting with Ange Postecoglou’s explosive press conference ahead of the Europa League final. Then moving on to their opponents Manchester United and the apparent £100m available to spend in the summer – but is that enough? Then the pair look at Kevin De Bruyne after playing his final home game for Manchester City and discuss how they cope without the Belgian playmaker.

May 20, 202521 min

Salah defends Trent | Race for Champions League hots up | Can Palace surprise City?

Chris Latchem is joined by Andy Dunn, Daily Mirror’s chief sports writer and Mark Ogden, senior writer at ESPN, to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages. The panel react to Mo Salah coming out in defence of Trent Alexander-Arnold. They also discuss the Champions League qualification race, with Aston Villa and Chelsea both recording wins in the Premier League. Finally, will it be third time lucky for Crystal Palace as they face Manchester City in the FA Cup on Saturday, hoping to win thei...

May 16, 202521 min

Liverpool eye £30m Frimpong | £40m Rash dash! | Late FIFA chief humiliated by walkout

David Garrido is joined by Jonathan Liew, Sports Writer for the Guardian and Ian Ladyman, Football Editor at the Daily Mail to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages. Liverpool eye £30 million Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. Manchester United seek at least £40 million for Marcus Rashford and Aston Villa don’t get first refusal. Representatives from several European FIFA member associations walked out on president Gianni Infantino at annual congress in protest of his late arrival t...

May 15, 202522 min

Are Amorim's quotes a distraction? | Kulusevski has surgery | Rory-DeChambeau rivalry

Sports Broadcaster Henry Winter and The Times' Martin Hardy review the major stories from the back pages, which include Ruben Amorim's future at Manchester United after his recent press conferences ahead of the Europa League final. The panel also discuss Tottenham's injuries after Dejan Kulusevski underwent surgery and the news that Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in an induced coma after abdominal surgery due to an injury sustained against Leicester City. The duo also look at the riv...

May 14, 202521 min

Arsenal target Gyokeres | Amorim to pay for staff tickets to EL final after more cuts at Man Utd | Wirtz flies in for City talks

The Sun's Football Editor Charlie Wyett and The Mirror's Chief Football Writer John Cross review the major stories from the back pages, which include the news that Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres is being lined up as Arsenal’s main striking target this summer, and a deal could be completed for £60 million. Another leading topic discussed is that Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim will pay for staff tickets to the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur after the club has made more fi...

May 13, 202522 min

Blades head to Wembley! | Blackmore announces shock retirement

Teddy Draper is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Independent's Miguel Delaney to discuss the highly anticipated Europa League final match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Also discussed is Rachael Blackmore's career and announcement of her retirement.

May 12, 202521 min

Man Utd and Spurs reach Europa League final | Could Mount be Man Utd's hero in Bilbao? | How long has Postecoglou got left?

David Garrido is joined by the Guardians sports writer Jonathan Liew alongside The Sun's Charlie Wyatt, as they give their verdict on Manchester United's and Tottenham Hotspurs Europa League semi finals, and predict how the final between the two teams will look. They also look at Mason Mount's struggles at Manchester United and if he could Uniteds 'hero' in Bilbao. They go on to debate how long Ange Postecoglou has left at Spurs, and how Europa League victory could impact this.

May 08, 202521 min

PSG end Arsenal's Champions League dream | Maddison's season over with injury | Could Amorim's honesty be an issue?

Teddy Draper is joined by sports journalist and broadcaster Henry Winter alongside The Sun's Jack Rosser, as they give their verdict on Arsenal's Champions League exit after losing 3-1 on aggregate against PSG, they also discuss how big of a miss James Maddison will be to Spurs after his season comes to an end prematurely due to injury, and whether Ruben Amorim's honesty in the media could create potential friction for him at Manchester United.

May 07, 202522 min

Inter progress to UCL final after another classic against Barca | Arsenal to 'make history' in Paris | Saudi interest in Bruno Fernandes?

Riath Al-Samarrai of The Daily Mail joins The Athletic's David Ornstein to react to Inter Milan's incredible 7-6 aggregate victory against Barcelona, which sees the Italians progress to the final in Munich. Mikel Arteta and Declan Rice spoke ahead of Arsenal's semi-final second leg against PSG, and seemed confident of overturning the narrow deficit in the French capital. There is also reported interest from Saudi Arabia in Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes

May 06, 202521 min

Alexander-Arnold confirms Liverpool exit | Forest keep top five hopes alive with a 1-1 draw | Kane's wait for a trophy is over

Teddy Draper is joined by The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Mirror's John Cross as they discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold's departure from Anfield with verbal terms agreed with Real Madrid. They also, react to Nottingham Forest's draw 1-1 away to Crystal Palace to keep in the hunt for a top five finish and Harry Kane winning his first trophy in his career as Bayern Munich were confirmed as Bundesliga champions over the weekend.

May 05, 202521 min

Arsenal lose at home to PSG | Usyk preparing for Dubois showdown

David Reed is joined by Henry Winter and Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss Arsenal's 1-0 loss to PSG at home, looking at some of the key points and what this will mean for Mikel Arteta's side going into the away leg next week. Also in this episode they take a look into Daniel Dubois and Oleksandr Usyk who are preparing for their showdown at Wembley stadium.

Apr 29, 202522 min

Arsenal vs PSG preview | Has Slot had the best first season as a foreign manager? | Who deserves POTY?

The Telegraph’s chief football correspondent, Jason Burt, and The Sun’s football editor, Charlie Wyatt, preview the first leg of Arsenal’s clash with Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals of the Champions League. They also reflect on Arne Slot’s first season as Liverpool manager, following his side’s Premier League title win, discussing how he has inherited Jürgen Klopp’s squad and how he might look to strengthen the team during the summer transfer window. In addition, they debate who could be ...

Apr 28, 202521 min

LFC Twenty, Out Now!

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Apr 28, 202546 sec

Can Slot's side build on this season? | Real Madrid confirm they'll play in the Copa de Rey final | Howe returns to Newcastle duties

David Reed is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman as they discuss if Arne Slot's side need to improve his squad to challenge for the title next season, and comment on Real Madrid controversial remarks of Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea officiating, as confirm they won't boycott the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, and share delight as Eddie Howe returns to his coaching duties at Newcastle United after a bout with pneumonia.

Apr 25, 202521 min

Jamie Vardy's leaving Leicester announcement | Kevin De Bruyne Man City drama

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Independant's Miguel Delaney to discuss the announcement of Jamie Vardy leaving Leicester and what it means for him and where he could end up next. Also discussed is Kevin De Bruyne and his announcement to leave Man City and refusing to play in the Club World Cup despite being contractually obligated to.

Apr 24, 202521 min

Arsenal draw leaves Liverpool one point away from title | Rashford eyes Champions League move

David Reed is joined by The Mirror's John Cross and Jack Rosser from The Sun to discuss tomorrows back pages where Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace means Liverpool are only one point away from the Premier League title Also discussed is whether Marcus Rashford could return for Manchester United after his loan move to Aston Villa and could Daniel Farke be sacked by Leeds United despite gaining promotion.

Apr 23, 202521 min

Man City stun Aston Villa with LATE winner! | Can Cunha solve Man Utd's problems? | Ange 'increasingly likely' to leave Spurs in the summer

David Reed is joined by The Times' Charlotte Duncker and The Athletic's David Ornstein to discuss Manchester City's late winner against Aston Villa, as Pep Guardiola's side chase down Champions League football next season. The pair also break down Matheus Cunha's potential move to Manchester United, amid rumours the Brazilian might be heading to Old Trafford in the summer. The panel also discuss Ange Postecoglou's potential departure from Spurs following their dissapointing Premier League campai...

Apr 22, 202522 min
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