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| Infantino under pressure after crisis talks | Ben Stokes targets England coaching role | Caicedo backs Chelsea teammate Fernández to overcome criticism | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:21:48 | |
Sky Sports’ David Fulton is joined by The Sun’s Charlie Wyett and The Independent’s Miguel Delaney on Paper Talk to discuss growing pressure on Gianni Infantino after he calls a crisis meeting with senior FIFA officials. They also react to a former England cricket captain outlining ambitions to coach the national side, before turning to Moisés Caicedo, backing Chelsea teammate Enzo Fernández to overcome criticism following a turbulent 2026 World Cup. - •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Paper Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Paper Talk on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Paper Talk". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Infantino's only hope is Trump!? | Vinícius Júnior set to stay? | Raducanu withdraws again | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:21:48 | |
Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by The Times' Martyn Ziegler and The The Telegraph's Sam Dean on Paper Talk to look at the future of FIFA President Gianni Infantino They discuss Arsenal's transfer targets Vinícius Júnior and Bruno Guimarães. The panel also discusses Emma Raducanu pulling out of the US Open. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Paper Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Paper Talk on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Paper Talk". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Aston Villa win Europa League | Southampton play-off appeal dismissed | New deal for Arteta? | 20 May 2026 | 00:21:08 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and The Times’ Martin Hardy to react to the biggest stories on the morning’s back pages. Stories include Aston Villa’s Europa League win, Southampton's appeal against their expulsion from the Championship play-off final as a result of the 'spygate' scandal being dismissed and a potential new deal for Mikel Arteta after Arsenal won the Premier League. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Back Pages". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Arsenal held to a draw by Liverpool | More Ashes drama!? | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:21:19 | |
The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai and Paul MacInnes of the Guardian look at tomorrow’s back pages where they round up the Premier League match between Arsenal and Liverpool. Also discussed is Cristian Romero's dig at the Tottenham Hotspur board. As well as this the BPT team look at more Ashes drama where Brook clashed with a bouncer hours before match. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Will Arsenal’s depth be the decider in the title race? Is Rosenior first job to sort out Chelsea’s discipline? | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:22:11 | |
Sports Illustrated’s Henry Winter and Sam Dean of the Telegraph look at tomorrow’s back pages where they round up all the Premier League results, including draws for both Manchester City and Manchester United plus a loss for 10-man Chelsea in the West London derby against Fulham. Also discussed is whether Arsenal’s strength in depth will be the decider in the title after City lose ground with a draw whilst missing centre-back pairing of Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol and will Liam Rosenior first job as Chelsea manager be to clean up their discipline? 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Forest earn crucial win over Hammers | Solskjaer set for Man Utd return? | Rosenior announced as Chelsea boss | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:21:05 | |
The Times’ Martin Hardy and The Mirror’s John Cross join David Garrido to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages, as Nottingham Forest earn a crucial win at West Ham, which sees the Hammers go seven points adrift of safety. They also discuss Manchester United’s search for an interim manager, with former Old Trafford favourites Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solksjaer in the mix for the job. Finally, they assess the appointment of Liam Rosenior as the new Chelsea boss. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Amorim OUT – who next for Man Utd? | O’Neil is BACK after Nancy’s short Celtic stint | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:22:03 | |
The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and The Athletic’s David Ornstein join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Manchester United’s decision to sack head coach Ruben Amorim and who could be in the running to fill the position. As well as debating Celtic's decision to end Wilfried Nancy's short run, with Martin O'Neill making a return and staying until the end of the season. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Is Rosenior the right man for Chelsea? | Should England stick with McCullum after Ashes? | Littler and van Veen reach WDC final | 02 Jan 2026 | 00:22:12 | |
Dave Fulton is joined by Sam Dean from The Telegraph and Paul MacInnes from The Guardian as the panel discuss a host of current sporting topics, including Liam Rosenior's strong links with the Chelsea job, whether Brendan McCullum should remain with England after Ashes collapse and much more. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Arsenal BEAT Palace to reach Carabao Cup semi-finals | Man City right call for Semenyo? | The Ashes and drinking culture discussed | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:21:20 | |
The Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times’ Martyn Ziegler join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Arsenal’s win against Crystal Palace on penalties to reach the Carabao Cup semi-final, whether Antoine Semenyo would be suited to Man City if he were to leave Bournemouth and the drinking culture around The Ashes after a social media video appeared to show England opener, Ben Duckett, drunk. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Isak fractures leg | Salah set to stay at Liverpool? | McCullum on borrowed time? | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:21:01 | |
The Telegraph’s Sam Dean and The Times’ Martin Hardy reflect on the news that Liverpool’s Alexander Isak has suffered a leg fracture and is expected to miss months of action. The panel assess what this news could mean for a potential exit for Mo Salah in January as well as looking at the future of England head coach Brendon McCullum after Ashes defeat. Also discussed is whether Declan Rice could be next England captain. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Salah apologises to Liverpool teammates | Amorim defends his Man Utd ‘entitlement’ comments | Is Maresca the favourite to replace Pep? | 19 Dec 2025 | 00:21:08 | |
ESPN’s Mark Ogden and Ian Ladyman of The Daily Mail review the leading stories from Saturday’s back pages and start with the news that Mohamed Salah has apologised to his Liverpool teammates after his recent dispute with the club. They also give their views on Ruben Amorim defending his comments, saying Man Utd’s youth players feel entitled. Pep Guardiola denied he is planning to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, and the duo discussed whether Enzo Maresca would be a good fit as his replacement. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| McIlroy wins SPOTY | Could Maresca replace Guardiola at Man City? | Man Utd in race to sign Semenyo | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:21:13 | |
Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter and Daily Telegraph's Jason Burt reflect on Rory McIlroy winning Sports Personality of the Year. They also debate whether Chelsea's Enzo Maresca could replace Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager in the future and assess whether Manchester United could be primed to sign Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| England's Ashes fury as 'Snicko' operator admits mistake | Man City through to Carabao Cup semis after Cherki stunner | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:21:19 | |
The Mirror’s John Cross and The Times’ Martin Ziegler join Jess Creighton to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages, including all the results from an action-packed night in the Carabao Cup, England's fury as 'Snicko' error allows Australia's Alex Carey to make a century in the third Ashes Test, and much more. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Is Guardiola set for shock Manchester City exit? | Arsenal on brink of Premier League title after beating Burnley | 18 May 2026 | 00:19:50 | |
David Garrido is joined by Henry Winter from The Football Boardroom podcast and The Sun’s Jack Rosser to react to the biggest stories on the morning's back pages. Stories include the Daily Mail’s report that Pep Guardiola is set to leave Manchester City this summer, Arsenal on the brink of the Premier League title after beating Burnley, and they look ahead to Tottenham’s game against Chelsea as the fight for survival continues. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Back Pages". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Fernandes claims United wanted to offload him to Saudi Arabia | Who will win the race to sign Bournemouth’s Semenyo? | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:21:27 | |
Miguel Delaney of The Independent and the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope join David Garrido to look at tomorrows back pages where they discuss Bruno Fernandes’ comments that Manchester United wanted to let him go to Saudi Arabia in the summer. Where will Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo be playing his football next season as Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham all express their interest in the Ghana winger. Also discussed is the announcement that FIFA will make £45 tickets available for next years World Cup to 10% of each nations allocation. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Man Utd and Bournemouth play out an incredible 4-4 draw | Is Maresca’s Chelsea future in doubt? | Stokes asks for fight in The Ashes | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:21:20 | |
David Garrido is joined by Charlie Wyett of The Sun and David Ornstein from The Athletic as they discuss Manchester United’s thrilling 4-4 draw with Bournemouth, Enzo Maresca’s future at Stamford Bridge after his comments referring to a ‘lack of support’ from the people above him and much more. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Salah back for Liverpool | Arteta targets 90 to win PL title | Fury grows over World Cup ticket prices | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:20:41 | |
The Independent's Miguel Delaney and the Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter join Back Pages Tonight to discuss Mohamed Salah’s shock recall for Liverpool vs Brighton clash, Mikel Arteta targets over 90 points to win Premier League title and fan’s growing outrage at the 2026 World Cup tickets as FIFA face backlash. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Salah and Henderson secret meeting | World Cup tickets prices are a 'disgrace' | Man Utd reveal quarterly financial results | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:21:00 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by The Sun football editor Charlie Wyett and Daily Mail reporter Isaan Khan to discuss the biggest stories on the morning's back pages. Stories include Jordan Henderson and Mohamed Salah's 'secret meeting' in London. FIFA face a fan backlash after the ticket prices for next year's World Cup are revealed. Man Utd release their results for the first quarter of the new financial year. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Man City beat Real Madrid as pressure grows on Xabi Alonso | Saudi clubs want Salah amid Liverpool uncertainty | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:20:49 | |
ESPN’s James Olley and The Guardian’s Paul MacInnes join Jess Creighton to discuss all the fallout from Wednesday night in the Champions League, as Manchester City beat Real Madrid, Arsenal cruise past Club Brugge, and Newcastle are held at Bayer Leverkusen. Plus, the panel discusses whether Liverpool's Mo Salah could be on the move to Saudi Arabia amid uncertainty around his future at the club. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Liverpool defeat Inter without Salah | Chelsea lose to Atalanta in blow to top-eight hopes | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:22:38 | |
John Cross from The Mirror and The Athletic’s David Ornstein join David Garrido to look at tomorrows back pages where Champions League takes centre stage, as Liverpool defeat Inter Milan after a controversial late penalty without Mo Salah. Chelsea lose a lead to Atalanta and risk missing out on a top-eight finish. Tottenham Hotspur cruise to victory over Slavia Prague to sure up playoff place. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Slot 'no clue' if Salah has played final game for Liverpool | Man Utd hit four to thrash sorry Wolves | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:20:19 | |
The Telegraph’s Sam Dean and The Times’ Martyn Ziegler join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Arne Slot's reaction to Liverpool forward, Mohamed Salah's explosive comments at the weekend, and Manchester United's successful three-point visit to Molineux as captain Bruno Fernandes put two past Wolves. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Trump takes centre stage at FIFA World Cup draw | England and Scotland find out group stage opponents | Arsenal eye January signings | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:22:26 | |
Clare Tomlinson is joined by Ian Ladyman from the Daily Mail and Martin Hardy of The Times to discuss the World Cup draw, Mikel Arteta's suggestion that Arsenal are in the market for some signings in January and the long-term future of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Inconsistent Man Utd draw with West Ham | Root scores incredible first century in Australia | Does Salah have a future at Liverpool? | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:19:48 | |
On tonight's episode of Back Pages Tonight The Guardian's Johnathan Liew and The Independent's chief football writer discuss the latest sports stories. They discuss Man United missing a big opportunity to go level on points with Chelsea as West Ham grab a late a draw at Old Trafford. The duo also reflect on Joe Root's magnificent century in Brisbane as England fight back in Brisbane. Finally, they touch on whether Mohamed Salah still has a future at Liverpool 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Will missing Gabriel and Rice slow Arsenal’s title charge? | Will Chelsea’s inconsistency cost them a title challenge? | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:22:05 | |
Riath Al-Samarrai form the Daily Mail and ESPN’s Mark Donaldson take a look at tomorrows back pages after a big mid-week of Premier League fixtures, including Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Brentford where Declan Rice may have picked up an injury. Will Chelsea’s inconsistency cost them a title fight after a 3-1 loss to struggling Leeds. Also discussed was the reason behind Arne Slot big celebration after Liverpool’s equaliser against Sunderland. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Spy chaos casts play-final into doubt | Chelsea players favour Alonso as next head coach | 14 May 2026 | 00:20:55 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by John Cross from The Mirror and Miguel Delaney from The Independent to react to the biggest stories on the morning's back pages. Stories include the EFL's statement that an independent hearing will determine Southampton's Championship play-off final fate but the date of the match at Wembley four days later could be changed. Chelsea players favour Xabi Alonso as their next head coach. Arne Slot and Michael Carrick are both hopeful to be in charge of Liverpool and Man Utd, respectively. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Back Pages". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Fulham and Manchester City thriller! | Controversial VAR at St James' Park? | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:22:21 | |
The Telegraph's Sam Dean and ESPN's James Olley join David Garrido to talk about Fulham's thrilling match with Manchester City. They also discuss the main talking points in the two other Premier League matches, Newcastle vs Tottenham and Bournmouth vs Everton. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Frank under growing pressure | Pep: Foden can be future captain | VAR to rule on corners at World Cup | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:21:34 | |
The Mirror's John Cross and The Sun's Jack Rosser join David Garrido to debate whether Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank is under growing pressure following their recent poor form. They also discuss Pep Guardiola's comments that Phil Foden could be a future Manchester City captain and give their view on whether VAR should be used to determine corners at next year's World Cup. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Cole Palmer fit for Chelsea's clash against Arsenal | Elliot Anderson's transfer 'tug-of-war' | Piastri takes Qatar Sprint pole | 28 Nov 2025 | 00:20:50 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by ESPN'S Mark Ogden and The Telegraph's Sam Dean to discuss Cole Palmer's return from injury, after Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca confirmed the England forward was fit and available for selection against Arsenal. The panel also discusss the potential transfer 'tug-of-war' for Elliot Anderson's signature amongst a host of Premier League clubs, and also talk through Oscar Piastri's strong display during Qatar GP Sprint Qualifying. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| What is going wrong for Slot's Liverpool? | Villa victory marred by crowd trouble | England up their training ahead of second Ashes test | 27 Nov 2025 | 00:20:39 | |
Jess Creighton is joined by The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph’s Jason Burt on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Liverpool’s continued poor run of form and what they will need to do to turn their performances around. They also debate if Arne Slot’s job is at risk and if so… who would replace him? They also discuss the crowd trouble during Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over Young Boys in the Europa League that resulted in goalscorer Donyell Malen being cut on the head by a thrown cup. Finally, they react to England increasing their training sessions ahead of their second Ashes test against Australia. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Slot under pressure as Liverpool thrased by PSV | Dominant Arsenal defeat Bayern Munich to go top of Champions League table | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:21:19 | |
Henry Winter of Sports Illustrated and Martin Hardy from The Times are tonights guests of the Back Pages Podcast. The duo discuss the latest Champions League results including Arsenal's dominant victory against Bayern Munich to go top of the league table. Also, they discuss the crisis at Liverpool as they lose again at Anfield after being thrased by PSV 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Dominant Chelsea beat 10-man Barcelona | Man City stunned at home by Leverkusen | Ronaldo avoids ban for start of Portugal's WC campaign | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:21:33 | |
David Garrido is joined by Riath Al-Samarrai of the Daily Mail and The Guardian's Paul MacInnes for a Champions League-packed edition of Back Pages. The panel discuss Chelsea’s 3–0 Champions League win over Barcelona, including 18-year-old Estevão’s standout performance and his growing impact on the team. Manchester City lost out to Bayer Leverkusen after Pep Guardiola made sweeping changes, with criticism of the team’s lack of cohesion. The discussion turns to Newcastle’s self-inflicted loss to Marseille, with the Toon’s inability to recover despite a strong first half. Finally, they debate the new World Cup seeding format and discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s reduced suspension, questioning whether commercial interests may be influencing decisions. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Man Utd fall at home to 10-man Everton | Gueye sees red for slapping team-mate! | Guardiola apologises after confrontation with cameraman | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:22:11 | |
The Sun’s Jack Rosser and The Athletic's David Ornstein join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Everton’s triumph over Manchester United despite Idrissa Gueye receiving a red card after slapping team-mate Michael Keane. The panel also discusses Pep Guardiola’s confrontation with a cameraman after they lost to Newcastle United at St. James’ Park, and Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca’s revelation that Cole Palmer is back in training and is feeling good, but is unsure if he will be available for their match against Arsenal. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Palmer injured in bizarre incident at home | Pep sets out title warning to Arteta | Stokes stars on Day one of The Ashes | 21 Nov 2025 | 00:21:26 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by The Mirror’s John Cross and the Daily Mail Ian Ladyman discuss Cole Palmer being sidelined further due to breaking his toe at home, Pep Guardiola gives a title warning to Mikel Arteta and England’s attack against Australia in The Ashes as Ben Stokes takes five wickets on Day one. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Will Liverpool pursue Guehi in January? | Wright's defence of Bellingham | Wales & NI find out World Cup play-offs fate | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:20:58 | |
Jessica Creighton is joined by James Olley from ESPN and Macinnes from The Guardian to discuss Jamie Carragher's comments that Liverpool desperately need to sign a centre-back in January, Ian Wright's defence of England star Jude Bellingham and Wales and Northern Ireland find out their World Cup play-off opponents. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| 'Ashes will be a thriller' | First Test preview | Amorim: Ratcliffe vote of confidence sparked revival | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:21:18 | |
David Garrido is joined by The Times chief sports reporter Martyn Ziegler and Daily Mail reporter Isaan Khan as they preview The Ashes in Australia which starts on Friday. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Celtic keep the Scottish Premiership title race alive | Man City will fight for PL title until the 'bitter end' | Carrick in lead to become Manchester United permanent head coach | 13 May 2026 | 00:21:22 | |
Sky Sports' Jessica Creighton is joined by The Daily Mail's Isaan Khan and The Athletic's David Ornstein to take a look at tomorrows back pages where they discuss Celtics victory over Motherwall to keep the Scottish Premiership title race alive. They also look at the Premier League title battle, summerising that Manchester City will fight until the 'bitter end' but that it is Arsenals 'title to lose'. Finally they discuss the news that Michael Carrick is in the lead to become Manchester United's permanent head coach. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Back Pages". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Scotland reach first World Cup since 98 after epic clash with Denmark | Wales takes North Macedonia apart to secure home playoff tie | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:18:31 | |
ESPN’s Mark Donaldson and Henry Winter form Sports Illustrated join David Garrido to look at tomorrow’s back pages where Kenny McLean and Kieran Tierney score late to secure Scotland’s World Cup return for first time since 1998, after an epic tie against Denmark and Wales take apart North Macedonia 7-1 after a perfect display to claim a home tie in the World Cup playoffs. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Jake Paul to fight Anthony Joshua on December 19 | Tuchel to contact overlooked England players | Scotland's WC 'showdown' vs Denmark | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:21:35 | |
On this edition of Back Pages, Jessica Creighton is joined by The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Athletic's David Ornstein to discuss Jake Paul's upcoming clash against Anthony Joshua in a sensational heavyweight fight. The panel also disect Scotland's World Cup 'showdown' against Denamark and talk through Thomas Tuchel's intent to contact overlooked England players with World Cup advice. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Tuchel’s rallying call to England substitutes | Fresh VAR fallout as PL panel rule Van Dijk header should have stood | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:20:26 | |
ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Times’ Martin Hardy discuss the sports stories that dominate the back pages as Thomas Tuchel praises the impact of England's substitutes in their 2-0 win over Serbia and stressed the importance of building a united squad ahead of next year's World Cup. Plus, they discuss the fresh fallout from Virgil van Dijk's disallowed goal against Man City, as the Premier League's Key Match Incidents panel ruled that the header should have stood. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Saka and Eze maintain England’s perfect qualifying record | Ronaldo sees red as Ireland stun Portugal | Haaland fires Norway closer to WC | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:20:19 | |
David Ornstein and Jonathan Liew discuss Thursday’s leading sporting stories and start with England’s win against Serbia at Wembley, which included another clean sheet for Thomas Tuchel’s men. The duo also react to Ireland’s huge win against Portugal, which keeps their World Cup hopes alive in a match that also saw Cristiano Ronaldo receive his first international red card in Dublin. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Tuchel to leave out 'big names' in England WC side | Premier League to introduce salary cap? | Stokes hits back at critics | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:21:35 | |
On tonight's episode of Back Pages Tonight guests Charlie Wyatt from The Sun and Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter discuss the latest sports news. They discuss Thomas Tuchel's admission that certain big names cannot fit into the England side together. They also discuss the Premier League introducing a salary cap and also discuss Ben Stokes responding to critics ahead of the Ashes 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| James warns of World Cup boiling point | Scott 'over the moon' | Rooney reignites Van Dijk feud | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:21:37 | |
The Mirror's John Cross and Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai debate Reece James' warning to his England team-mates regarding the extreme temperatures they could be playing in during next year's World Cup in the United States. They also discuss Alex Scott being called up to the England squad for the first time and reflect on Wayne Rooney's ongoing feud with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Liverpool demand answers from PGMOL over Van Dijk disallowed goal | Nagelsmann jumps to Wirtz defence | Amorim's one year in charge | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:21:23 | |
The Independent's Miguel Delaney and Jason Burt from The Telegraph discuss Liverpool contacting the PGMOL for clairty over the decision to disallow Virgil van Dijk's goal in the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday. Plus, Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann defends Florian Wirtz suggesting that Liverpool players lack of quality in front of goal is to blame for his slow start to life at Anfield. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Tuchel to remain England boss after World Cup? | Bellingham and Foden recalled for England | Will Edwards be new Wolves boss? | 07 Nov 2025 | 00:20:38 | |
On tonight's episode of Back Pages Tonight The Times' Northern Sports correspondent Martin Hardy and The Daily Mail's football editor Ian Ladyman are in the studio. The duo discuss the possibility of Thomas Tuchel staying on as England manager after the World Cup as the German recalled Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham to his latest Three Lions squad. They also provide updates on Rob Edwards potential move to Wolves after the Middlesbrough boss missed training today 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Six arrested in protests outside Villa Park | Tuchel expected to recall Bellingham | Middlesbrough reject Wolves move for Edwards | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:21:24 | |
The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter join David Garrido to discuss the protests that took place outside Aston Villa's Europa League contest with Maccabi Tel Aviv. They also discuss Jude Bellingham's expected recall for Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad and reflect on Middlesbrough rejecting Wolves' move for their head coach Rob Edwards. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Foden stars in City’s statement win over Dortmund | Did Maresca underestimate Qarabag? | Burn leads Newcastle against Athletic | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:21:01 | |
TalkSport’s Shebahn Aherne and Sam Dean of the Daily Telegraph discuss Manchester City demolition of Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League where Phil Foden starred with a brace and whether he has done enough return to the England fold? Did Enzo Maresca underestimate Azerbaijan’s Qarabag after making seven changes in Chelsea’s draw against the Champions League minnows and Dan Burn’s epic header leads Newcastle to victory over Athletic Bilbao. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Guardiola says winning convincingly best way to avoid VAR controversies | White a major doubt for World Cup | Alonso leading contender for Chelsea role | 12 May 2026 | 00:21:22 | |
Charlotte Duncker from The Times and The iPaper’s Daniel Storey joins Teddy Draper on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Pep Guardiola’s comments around VAR, the news that Arsenal defender Ben White will miss the rest of the season with a medial ligament injury, and Xavi Alonso being the leading contender for the Chelsea job. •You can watch the sports action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink • Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: https://www.skysports.com/podcasts/36578/12868489/back-pages-podcast-national-newspaper-sports-headlines-review-from-sky-sports •You can listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Back Pages". •For all the latest sport news, head to www.skysports.com •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| TAA’s return to Anfield ends in defeat | Teenager Dowman becomes CL’s YOUNGEST player | 'Humble' Haaland downplays Ronaldo-Messi comparison | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:21:32 | |
The Mirror’s John Cross and ESPN’s James Olley join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return home, where his Real Madrid side lost to his former club Liverpool. The panel also discusses teenager Max Dowman becoming the Champions League’s youngest player and Erling Haaland's humble side after the striker downplayed comments comparing his skills to those of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| Spurs players apologise to Frank after snub | What reception will TAA receive on his Anfield return? | Arteta 'concerned' by Gyokeres injury | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:21:32 | |
Martyn Ziegler from The Times and Jack Rosser from The Sun joins David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence apology to Thomas Frank after their actions in Spurs’ match against Chelsea on Saturday. They also, discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return to Anfield in the Champions League and what reception he could potentially receive from the crowd and Mikel Arteta’s concern of Vitkor Gyokeres’ injury after he was forced off at half-time against Burnley. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
| What’s the reason for Liverpool’s slump? | How well is Slot handling the scrutiny? | Will United struggle if starting eleven get injured? | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:21:00 | |
ESPN’s Mark Ogden and John Cross of The Mirror look ahead to tomorrow’s back pages where they discuss Liverpool’s slump, the reasons for it and how well Arne Slott is handling the scrutiny? Sticking with football, Will Ruben Amorim’s good run for Manchester United fall apart if his starting eleven start to get injured? Also discussed Is whether Mary Earps criticism of Sarina Wiegman is ‘sour grapes’ after losing her place to Hannah Hampton in the Lionesses squad, which led to her shock retirement. 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 by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages". For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk | |||
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