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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.

Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages

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Writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and James Olley of ESPN join David Garrido to discuss tomorrow’s back pages including the stepping down of Daniel Levy as Tottenham Hotspur chairman and whether England are looking ahead to The Ashes after England’s disappointing ODI series loss to South Africa.
The Athletic's Carl Anka and The Times' Martin Hardy discuss the news that Lucas Paqueta is considering suing the FA following the conclusion of his betting case. They also comment on West Ham United supporters issuing a letter of no confidence in the board and reflect on Mo Salah calling out a popular fan account for 'disrespecting' former team-mates Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez.
The Sun's Jack Rosser and Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai dissect Marc Guehi's rollercoaster Liverpool collapse and how it’s left the relationship between Palace chairman Steve Parish and Oliver Glasner. The panel also discusses whether Gianluigi Donnarumma can fill Ederson’s boots after the team signed the keeper from PSG.Finally, they look at England’s horror ODI start against South Africa as debutant Sonny Baker recorded a nightmare figure of 0-76.
Vicky Gomersall is joined by Miguel Delaney of The Independent, Jonathan Liew of The Guardian, and John Cross of The Mirror to reflect on a record-breaking transfer window, which also produced one of the most dramatic deadline days. The main headline saw Liverpool finally capture Alexander Isak from Newcastle and end the saga of the summer. The trio also discuss the champions’ pursuit of Marc Guehi, which collapsed after the window shut due to Crystal Palace not being able to bring in a replacement for their captain. Additionally, they give their reaction to the other talking points from an eventful final day of the summer window.
ESPN's Mark Ogden and Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter discuss Alexander Isak's future, with the Newcastle forward trying to force a move to Liverpool. They also discuss Ruben Amorim's future at Manchester United after their shock defeat to Grimsby. Also discussed is Emma Raducanu's defeat in the US Open.
Jonathan Liew of The Guardian and John Cross from The Mirror look ahead to tomorrow’s back pages, starting with Newcastle, as they close in on Stuttgart forward Nick Woltemade. Will they still try to sign another striker and does this mean Alexander Isak will finally leave? Moving on to the Champions League and with Liverpool drawing Real Madrid, what kind of reception will Trent Alexander-Arnold receive at Anfield?  Next to Ruben Amorim who will hold crisis talks with the hierarchy at Manchester United and are his tactics being questioned by the players? And could Kobbie Mainoo follow Alejandro Garnacho out of the club? Thomas Tuchel’s squad will be announced soon and could Jack Grealish be called back up to England? Should James Trafford be competing to become England’s number one? Finally to cycling and Chris Froome who is to undergo surgery after a serious crash.
Northern sports correspondent for The Times and The Sunday Times Martin Hardy and Chief sports feature writer at the Daily Mail Riath Al-Samarra review the leading sporting stories in the back pages, and lead with the news of Manchester United's shock defeat to Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup, discussing who is to blame for the result.Next, they discuss the future of Rangers manager Russell Martin following Rangers' 6-0 defeat against Club Brugge. They then reflect on the situation at West Ham, highlighting the problems with the club.Finally, they look at the US Open and the Ryder Cup.
Dharmesh Sheth is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyett and The Telegraph's Jason Burt to discuss Alexander Isak's ongoing transfer safa at Newcastle, with little time remaining for the 2025 summer transfer window.The pair also dissect West Ham's dissapointing second round Carabao Cup defeat to Wolves and react to club captain Jarrod Bowen clashing with the travelling Hammers fans.The panel also take a look at Celtic's dramatic Champions League play-off final draw with Kairat Almaty, which saw them crash out of the competition.
The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and The Times’ Charlotte Duncker join David Fulton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss a dramatic game at St James’ Park where 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha scored a 100th-minute winner!  With one week of the transfer window still to go, the panel discusses where Alexander Isak will end up and whether Piero Hincapie will make a move to Arsenal.
The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph's Jason Burt discuss Eberechi Eze's future, with the Crystal Palace forward ready to join Arsenal over Tottenham. They also discuss who Tottenham may target next after missing out on Eze. Also discussed is Emma Raducanu's US Open hopes and potential route to the final.
Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter and The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai discuss Eberechi Eze's future, with the Crystal Palace forward now favoured to join Arsenal over fierce rivals Tottenham. They also reflect on Alexander Isak's strained relationship with his club Newcastle United and react to Brentford rejecting Newcastle's new £40 million bid for Yoane Wissa.
Martin Hardy from The Times and Ian Ladyman of the Daily Mail discuss the leading sporting stories that are dominated by the transfer market, and particularly Alexander Isak’s statement, saying that the ‘trust is lost’ with Newcastle after a move to Liverpool was rejected. The duo also react to the news that Manchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho has turned down an opportunity to join Bayern Munich as he still prefers a move to Chelsea. Mohamed Salah created more history after being named the PFA player of the year for the third time, and Ian Ladyman feels he was the standout candidate.
On this edition of Back Pages, Will Perry is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyett and The Mirror's John Cross as they discuss Leeds United's victory over Everton as the West Yorkshire side returned to the Premier League. They also touch on Manchester United's need for a new goalkeeper with Italian number one Gianluigi Donnarumma currently available on the market, after Altay Bayindir mistake against Arsenal lead to 1-0 defeat for the home side, and Yoane Wissa's likely exit to Newcastle after the striker removes all Brentford photos and the reference to the club in his bio on his Instagram profile.
On this edition of Back Pages, Clare Tomlinson is joined by The Mirror's John Cross and ESPN's James Olley to discuss the alleged racist comment aimed at Antoine Semenyo during his side's 4-2 defeat to Liverpool. The panel also reflect on Anfield's emotional tributes to the late Diogo Jota and react to Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's 'digging' comments, as the Spaniard says he's determined to finally win the Premier League title.
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The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and ESPN’s Mark Ogden join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to build up to the new Premier League season while discussing whether Liverpool will retain the trophy.The panel also discusses Alexander Isak’s future and whether the handling of racism within football is improving.
The Times’ Martin Hardy and Daily Mail’s Ian Ladyman join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Tottenham Hotspur’s sudden plunge from a two-goal lead to handing Paris Saint-Germain the UEFA Super Cup trophy.The panel also discusses Marcus Rashford’s comments on ‘The Rest Is Football’ podcast, where he debates Manchester United’s club strategy over the past few years, deeming the club must stick to a plan to succeed.
Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by the Chief sports feature writer at the Daily Mail Riath Al-Samarrai, and The Independent chief football writer Miguel Delaney review the leading sporting stories in the back pages, and lead with the news that Alexander Isak is refusing to play for Newcastle in his bid to join Liverpool.They go on to discuss whether Liverpool will sign Marc Guehi and how much they could pay for the player.Next, the panel debates who needs Eberechi Eze more: Arsenal or Tottenham?Reacting to the news of Jack Grealish's move to Everton, they share their hopes that the move will help Grealish rejuvenate and discuss what the transfer could mean for The Toffees.Finally, they discuss the news that Thomas Frank has left Yves  Bissouma out of the Spurs’ Super Cup squad due to persistent lateness.
On back pages tonight, David Gariddo is joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka and The Sun's Charlie Wyatt to discuss the paper's biggest sports stories. The trio react to the confirmation that Crystal Palace have been demoted to the Europa Conference League after they lost their CAS appeal. They also discuss what the future holds for Jack Grealish after he is set to sign for Everton on loan and will Benjamin Sesko be a success at Old Trafford 
The Times’ Martyn Ziegler and Sports Journalist Henry Winter join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss whether Jack Grealish can continue at his peak or whether it will be a short spell out on loan. The panel also discusses Liverpool’s transfer window and Manchester United’s revamped Carrington training ground.
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Comments (11)

William Joseph

wow. that was self Indulgent and pointless. unbelievably ignorant. well done Alan Smith for being the only one not say anything daft. I'd delete this Sky to minimise who sees it. it's that bad

Mar 18th
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paul roberts

this shoe is getting worse and worse. the French league isn't a massive league it's a farmer's league with psg sitting on top of it

Feb 14th
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Mark Oliver Buchanan

This is cringing to listen too at times, #TheDebate, please have guests do there research and have something to add other than "its flippin brilliant" I'm one for diversity on a panel, but if you cant add anything to the discussion your just wasting everybody's time and its embarrassing and cringing to listen to you repeat over and over, its brilliant everything's brilliant, Leicester are brilliant.... why are they brilliant? whats different? what's Rodgers brought to the table? etc second time this guys been on with Paul Merson and brought nothing to "THEDEBATE"

Nov 27th
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Andrew Clavin

for me.....why do pundits always say that?? we know its for you..you are the one talking@

Oct 2nd
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Richard Hazell

so glad the game is on BT, sky sport is ridiculously biased towards liverpool its disgusting

May 29th
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Ste Astley

No 2nd chances for a peado u pair of morons .as family men u should be ashamed

Apr 8th
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Stephen Melia

Great debate lads unbelievable result

Mar 6th
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Joe Boyes

I almost feel sorry for Geoff Shreeves in this podcast. The other two were ridiculously poor in every topic. Amazing that they were both pro players. Bellamy must have friends in high places at Sky to regularly get shifts with them. Pretty woeful pundit.

Nov 15th
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Leigh Day

Lol no wonder sherwood not managing. The man talk bollocks. And as for Charlie Nicholas don't get me started and that prick!!!!

Oct 28th
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Vijay Nana Nikum

hindi

Sep 11th
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