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Crystal Palace booted out of Europa League | Forest in threat to sue Spurs | Liverpool to retire number 20 Jul 11, 2025

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James Green is joined by sports broadcaster Henry Winter and ESPN’s Mark Ogden to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages. Stories include Crystal Palace are demoted from UEFA Europa League to the Conference League following an alleged breach of multi-club ownership rules. Nottingham Forest consider Morgan Gibbs-White's proposed move to Tottenham to be off for now, while Forest consult their lawyers over potential legal action. Liverpool confirm that the number 20 shirt will be permanently retired in honour of Diogo Jota.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
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Spurs complete Kudas signing and close in on Gibbs-White | Arsenal agree world-record fee for Smith Jul 10, 2025

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The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and the Daily Mail's Isaan Khan join David Garrido to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages, including Mohammed Kudus' move to Spurs from West Ham as well as a potential deal for Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White. They also discuss a potential record-breaking move for Olivia Smith from Liverpool to Arsenal and recap the first day of England's first test against India at Lords.
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
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England thrash Netherlands at Euro 2025 | PSG overpower Real at Club World Cup | Horner sacked as Red Bull team principal Jul 09, 2025

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The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times' Martin Hardy join Chris Latchem to discuss England's comprehensive 4-0 win over the Netherlands at Euro 2025. They also review PSG's stunning 4-0 victory against Real Madrid at the Club World Cup before reflecting on Christian Horner being sacked as Red Bull team principal.
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
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Joao Pedro scores two stunners to send Chelsea to CWC final | Will England Women progress in crucial Dutch clash? Jul 08, 2025

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Miguel Delaney of The Independent and The Athletic’s David Ornstein take a look at tomorrows back pages including Joao Pedro’s superb start for Chelsea after the Brazilian’s double strike on his full debut sends The Blues to the Club World Cup final after victory over Fluminence.
Also debated is England Women’s chances against the Netherlands where a loss could send the Lionesses out of Euro 2025.
And can Alcaraz make it three Wimbledon wins in a row after ending British hopes with a convincing win over Cameron Norrie?
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
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How important is the Club World Cup for Chelsea? | Utd frustrated by Mbeumo valuation | Sinner gets lucky break after Dimitrov retirement Jul 07, 2025

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On back pages tonight, The Mirror's Chief football writer Jon Cross and The Sun's football editor Charlie Wyett are in the studio.
The duo discuss how important the Club World Cup is for Chelsea as latest signing Joao Pedro looks likely to make his first start against Fluminense. Manchester United's negations for Bryan Mbuemo have seemed to stall as the Red Devils grow frustrated with Brentford's valuation of the forward.
Also, they reflect on Jannick Sinner's lucky break as his opponent Grigor Dimitrov is forced to retire while two sets up against the world number one. Finally, a preview to the Lionnesses huge match against the Netherlands in the women's EUROs
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
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Tributes continue to pour in for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva Jul 04, 2025

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ESPN's Senior Football Writer Mark Ogden and the Daily Mail's Football Editor Ian Ladyman join Rob Jones to reflect on the tragic passing of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and brother Andre Silva, as tributes continue to pour in from across the sporting world.
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
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Football mourns Diogo Jota | Tributes pour in for Liverpool’s number 20 Jul 03, 2025

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The Athletic's Carl Anka and The Mirror's Andy Dunn join the studio to reflect on the tragic passing of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota (1996-2025), as tributes pour in from across the football world. The conversation turns to the wider impact of his loss, including the devastating news of his brother Andre Silva, as the story dominates both the front and back pages.
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
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Does Joao Pedro go straight in the Chelsea starting line up? | Can Raducanu claim victory over Sabalenka? | Daly faces Lions tour heartache Jul 03, 2025

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Miguel Delaney from The Independent and The Mirror's John Cross discuss Chelsea’s signing of Joao Pedro from Brighton in a deal worth up to £60m. Also discussed is Emma Raducanu’s impressive victory over former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova to set up a meeting with world number one Aryna Sabalenka. Plus, Elliot Daly is set to miss the rest of the Lions tour after suffering a serious-looking arm injury in the victory over Queensland Reds.
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
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Rashford linked with Bayern move | Draper eases through Wimbledon opener | Gauff suffers shock exit Jul 01, 2025

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The Sun's Charlie Wyett and The Times' Martin Hardy join David Garrido to debate whether Manchester United's Marcus Rashford might move to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. They also review Jack Draper's comprehensive opening win over Sebastian Baez, who was forced to retire, at Wimbledon before reflecting on French Open champion Coco Gauff's shock loss to Dayana Yastremska in the first round.
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

Wimbledon Championships opening day | Eberechi Eze to Arsenal? | Will United get Bryan Mbeumo? Jun 30, 2025

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Sky Sports' David Reed is joined by the Daily Mail's chief sports feature writer, Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times' chief sports reporter, Martin Ziegler to discuss Wimbledon Tennis opening day and the success of the Brits.
Also discusses on this episode is why Eze is a target for Arsenal and what he could bring to the squad, but if not him who else could be a key man for the Gunners?
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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