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Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ex-Rangers TV fan favourite calls out Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage over ‘unashamed' Man Utd vs Lyon commentary
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CLIVE TYLDESLEY knows all about club TV channels having worked for Rangers' in-house service during the Covid-19 season. And the veteran commentator has compared TNT Sports' coverage of the thrilling game at Old Trafford on Thursday to that of Manchester United's own channel - MUTV. Sign up for the Rangers newsletter Sign up 2 Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage on TNT Sports 2 Clive Tyldesley has given his take on the pair Credit: PA Much like all of us Tyldesley, 70, was blown away by the scenes in Manchester as Ruben Amorim's side pulled off an incredible extra-time comeback against 10-men Lyon. Kobbie Mainoo levelled the tie on aggregate in the dying stages before Harry Maguire pounced with a last-gasp header to book their place in the Europa League semi-final. Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage were on duty for the broadcasters and couldn't hide their excitement as both goals went in. TNT Sports later released a 'commentator cam' that showed lead commentator Darren Fletcher having to try and calm the pair down. The commentary duo were criticised by fans on social media for their antics. Now Tyldesley has weighed into it all as he's questioned whether it's what fans want to hear on the TV. Posting on his Substack blog, he said: "On TNT Sport, lead commentator Darren Fletcher was playing gooseberry to two former United players that were just loving the comeback. "We know this because Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage could not only be heard but also seen on CommCam. "So, just in case we were wondering if Rio's voice had temporarily lost the frequency of the commentator's traditional neutrality, we could watch his fist punching the air over and over in delight. "I got the impression that he maybe knew the hidden camera was there. Could be wrong. TV Legend Clive Tyldesley in position for his last ever commentary game "Fletch had been savvy enough to take a deep breath in the wake of United's equaliser – my wonderful mentor Reg Gutteridge used to call it 'thinking time' – before delivering the catchy line 'Kobbie Mainoo is the coolest kid in Old Trafford and Manchester United are level'. "Either side of him, Rio and Robbie were unashamedly losing their collective cool to welcome us to MUTV. "'Go and get the winner,' beamed Robbie. And so said every City, Leeds and Liverpool fan watching on too. Not. "The day of the commentator fan – Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher et al – is here but does it work?" Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Former Rangers TV commentator takes aim at Rio Ferdinand over 'unashamed' Man Utd commentary
Ferdinand and fellow co-commentator Robbie Savage did little to his their loyalties as United staged a remarkable turnaround Veteran commentator Clive Tyldesley has likened TNT Sport's commentary of Manchester United's dramatic win against Lyon to the club's own TV channel. The broadcaster, who said it was 'wonderful adventure' when he worked for Rangers ' in-house TV station during the Covid-19 season, was less than impressed with Red Devils icon Ferdinand - as he wildly celebrated his former side levelling late on in the Europa League epic. Ferdinand and boyhood United fan Robbie Savage could be heard cheering as Kobbie Mainoo and then Harry Maguire scored in the final seconds of the match to secure a remarkable win for Ruben Amorim's men. And TNT Sports later released a 'commentator cam' that showed both failing to contain themselves, as lead commentator Darren Fletcher trying to calm the duo down. But it drew a furious reaction on social media, with Tyldesley now the latest to add his voice to the criticism - questioning if is what viewers at home want to be hearing. Posting on his Substack blog, he said: "On TNT Sport, lead commentator Darren Fletcher was playing gooseberry to two former United players that were just loving the comeback. "We know this because Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage could not only be heard but also seen on CommCam. "So, just in case we were wondering if Rio's voice had temporarily lost the frequency of the commentator's traditional neutrality, we could watch his fist punching the air over and over in delight. "I got the impression that he maybe knew the hidden camera was there. Could be wrong. "Fletch had been savvy enough to take a deep breath in the wake of United's equaliser – my wonderful mentor Reg Gutteridge used to call it 'thinking time' – before delivering the catchy line 'Kobbie Mainoo is the coolest kid in Old Trafford and Manchester United are level'. "Either side of him, Rio and Robbie were unashamedly losing their collective cool to welcome us to MUTV. "'Go and get the winner,' beamed Robbie. And so said every City, Leeds and Liverpool fan watching on too. Not. "The day of the commentator fan – Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher et al – is here but does it work?" It's not the first time the iconic former ITV man has criticised Ferdinand, with Ally McCoist also not escaping his ire. Previously he said: "Having the judgment and knowledge to read a game doesn't necessarily give an ex-player the ability to read it out loud to an audience of millions,' Tyldesley wrote. 'They are two separate professions with their own techniques and thought processes. "If you are coming from football into broadcasting, you need to be schooled and coached in the methods and disciplines of communication. Your words should count." Tyldsley was the voice of Rangers TV as the Gers won the 2021 Premiership title, and he proved something of a good luck charm at Ibrox, previously telling FourFourTwo: "Rangers really wanted me – they'd done a deal to provide free coverage of all of their home games for their season ticket holders until they could go back into the stadium. "I was fortunate that Rangers won every game I commentated on, I think! "It became a wonderful 18-month adventure... although I learned that I didn't know Glasgow football quite as well as I thought. "In a commentary I try to find a different way of saying the same thing, and I was talking about a Celtic match that was happening at the same time as Rangers were playing. "I had given the score as Celtic this, Celtic that, and I happened to say, 'The Hoops have now gone three up'. "I got so much mail from Rangers fans, all quite sympathetic, but there was an element of warning. "One guy said, 'They are either Celtic, or they are 'them'.' So from that point on, Celtic were Celtic – don't call them something that sounds affectionate!"
Daily Mirror
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV commentary legend slams Rio Ferdinand over 'MUTV' punditry during Man Utd matches
Rio Ferdinand's reaction to Manchester United's comeback against Lyon has come under scrutiny from commentary legend Clyde Tyldesley who was left unimpressed by the ex-defender Broadcasting legend Clyde Tyldesley has taken aim at Rio Ferdinand for his commentary during Manchester United's dramatic Europa League win over Lyon. The former ITV favourite was left unimpressed by the former defender's reaction as the Red Devils booked their spot in the semi-finals of the competition thanks to a late goal in extra-time. United looked set to crash out against Lyon but goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire saw Ruben Amorim's side win in dramatic fashion. It was Maguire's decisive header that sparked jubilant scenes at Old Trafford - and a wild reaction in the commentary booth. Ferdinand could be heard cheering for both Mainoo and Maguire's efforts and TNT Sports released a 'commentator cam' that showed him celebrating with his fellow pundit Robbie Savage - an ex Manchester United academy graduate - and Darren Fletcher. It was Fletcher who could be seen attempting to rein in his colleagues' excitement. Tyldesley took a dig at TNT Sports' coverage by accusing them of straying into the realms of United's own channel, MUTV. He did, however, have praise for Fletcher. Describing the final moments of United's win in his blog, Tyldesley wrote: "Over on TNT Sport, lead commentator Darren Fletcher was playing gooseberry to two former United players that were just loving the comeback. We know this because Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage could not only be heard but also seen on 'CommCam'. "So, just in case we were wondering if Rio's voice had temporarily lost the frequency of the commentator's traditional neutrality, we could watch his fist punching the air over and over in delight. I got the impression that he maybe knew the hidden camera was there. Could be wrong. "Fletch had been savvy enough to take a deep breath in the wake of United's equaliser – my wonderful mentor Reg Gutteridge used to call it "thinking time" – before delivering the catchy line 'Kobbie Mainoo is the coolest kid in Old Trafford and Manchester United are level'. Either side of him, Rio and Robbie were unashamedly losing their collective cool to welcome us to MUTV." Tyldesley went on to lament: "The day of the commentator fan – Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher et al – is here but does it work?" It's not the first time Ferdinand has prompted Tyldesley's ire either. The 70-year-old was critical of the TNT pundit's reaction to James Tarkowski's Everton equaliser against Liverpool. "Having the judgment and knowledge to read a game doesn't necessarily give an ex-player the ability to read it out loud to an audience of millions," Tyldesley said. "They are two separate professions with their own techniques and thought processes. "If you are coming from football into broadcasting, you need to be schooled and coached in the methods and disciplines of communication. Your words should count. 'Oh my God. Oh my God' is not quite enough."
Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rio Ferdinand called out for his 'commentator fan' punditry by broadcasting legend in jibe at his work on Man United which is likened to 'MUTV'
Clive Tyldesley has taken aim at Rio Ferdinand for his co-commentary during Manchester United 's remarkable comeback win over Lyon in the Europa League last week. United looked destined to exit the competition at the quarter-final stage when they fell 6-4 behind on aggregate with just 10 minutes of extra time remaining. But they scored three late goals to rescue victory from the jaws of defeat and book their place in the semi-finals, with Ferdinand loving every second of it. Ferdinand was heard cheering as Kobbie Mainoo and then Harry Maguire scored in the final seconds of the match, and TNT Sports later released a 'commentator cam' that showed Ferdinand celebrating with fellow pundit Robbie Savage, with main commentator Darren Fletcher trying to calm the duo down. After watching the footage, Tyldesley has suggested Ferdinand knew the camera was there and was playing up for the audience, while he also accused the ex-United star of turning TNT's coverage into what you would expect from a club fan channel. Describing the final seconds of the chaotic game on his blog, Tyldesley wrote: 'Over on TNT Sport, lead commentator Darren Fletcher was playing gooseberry to two former United players that were just loving the comeback. We know this because Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage could not only be heard but also seen on "CommCam". Harry Maguire was United's hero, and Ferdinand was seen punching the air and cheering 'So, just in case we were wondering if Rio's voice had temporarily lost the frequency of the commentator's traditional neutrality, we could watch his fist punching the air over and over in delight. I got the impression that he maybe knew the hidden camera was there. Could be wrong. 'Fletch had been savvy enough to take a deep breath in the wake of United's equaliser – my wonderful mentor Reg Gutteridge used to call it "thinking time" – before delivering the catchy line 'Kobbie Mainoo is the coolest kid in Old Trafford and Manchester United are level'. Either side of him, Rio and Robbie were unashamedly losing their collective cool to welcome us to MUTV.' Tyldesley went on to state that football has moved into the 'commentator fan' era, which sees the likes of Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher also commentating on their former clubs. But he appears unconvinced that this is actually what fans want. It is not the first time Tyldesley has called out Ferdinand for his commentating style either. Back in February, he was critical of Ferdinand after he covered the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park between Everton and Liverpool. The former United defender could hardly contain himself after James Tarkowski's last-minute equaliser as he repeatedly shouted 'oh my God' on commentary. Tyldesley compared Ferdinand to fictional comedy character Ali G, and also blasted his fellow commentator Ally McCoist. 'Having the judgment and knowledge to read a game doesn't necessarily give an ex-player the ability to read it out loud to an audience of millions,' Tyldesley wrote. 'They are two separate professions with their own techniques and thought processes. 'If you are coming from football into broadcasting, you need to be schooled and coached in the methods and disciplines of communication. Your words should count. '"Oh my God. Oh my God" is not quite enough.'
