Shows / Paper Talk
Paper Talk
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. - •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…
Episodes
- Paper Talk
Solanke calls on Spurs to fight relegation danger | McCullum to continue as England head coach despite crushing Ashes loss
The Sun’s Jack Rosser and ESPN’s Mark Ogden join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Tottenham Hotspur’s relegation danger as Dominic Solanke…
- Paper Talk
Spurs’ crisis deepens after Palace defeat | England fall short as India advance to T20 WC final
The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and the Daily Mail’s Isaan Khan join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Tottenham Hotspur’s position in the…
- Paper Talk
Nott’m Forest gift Arsenal advantage after denting Man City’s title hopes | Man Utd face first setback under Carrick
The Athletic’s David Ornstein and The I’s Daniel Storey join Matt Floyd on Back Pages Tonight to discuss the action from the Premier League as Nottingham…
- Paper Talk
Wolves harm Liverpool's Champions League hopes | Can Wolves pull off mission impossible?
Craig Hope of the Daily Mail and The Independent’s Miguel Delaney join David Garrido to look at tomorrow’s back pages where Wolves defeat Liverpool 2-1 and…
- Paper Talk
Set piece football leaves Slot frustrated | Chelsea’s discipline problems continue | Borthwick’s big changes ahead of Italy
David Garrido is joined by The Daily Mirror’s John Cross and The Times’ Martin Hardy to discuss whether the Premier League is becoming dull after Arne Slot’s…
- Paper Talk
Champions League draw a 'gift for Gunners'? | Pep's Real Madrid headache | England rally to beat New Zealand
Jessica Creighton is joined by the Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman and the Sun's Charlie Wyett to discuss the Champions League draw and why it's a 'gift' for Arsenal…
- Paper Talk
Chelsea post record breaking losses | Arsenal attempt to lure Newcastle's Gordon | Forest and Palace through in Europe
Jessica Creighton is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and Henry Winter, host of The Football Boardroom podcast, to discuss what Chelsea's record breaking…
- Paper Talk
Vinicius Jr’s decisive goal knocks Benfica out of the CL | Man Utd’s financial reports discussed!
The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and ESPN’s James Olley join Dharmesh Sheth on Back Pages Tonight to discuss the latest from the Champions League as Vinicius…
- Paper Talk
Courtois defends team-mate Vinicius Junior | Brook leads England to T20 WC semi-final | Was Big Sam’s bash on Glasner warranted?
The Athletic’s Carl Anka and Daily Mail’s Tom Collomosse join David Fulton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Thibaut Courtois’ support of team-mate Vinicius…
- Paper Talk
Sesko fires Man Utd back into top four! | Prestianni’s suspension by UEFA discussed
The Telegraph’s Sam Dean and The Times’ Martin Hardy join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Benjamin Sesko’s input that helped Manchester United…
- Paper Talk
Tudor confident he’ll keep Spurs up | Rice bullish ahead of NLD after title race wobble | Glasner on the brink after turning on Palace fans
Henry Winter and Ian Ladyman look ahead to the leading stories from tomorrow’s back pages and discuss Igor Tudor saying he is confident of keeping Spurs in the…
- Paper Talk
Rosenior calls for lifetime bans for racism! | Pereira off to dream start at Forest!
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 asking it…
- Paper Talk
Mourinho accused of 'gaslighting' after Vinicius Junior alleged racial abuse | Wolves stun Arsenal with extra-time equaliser | Newcastle cruise past Qarabag
ESPN’s James Olley and Nick Miller from The Athletic look ahead to tomorrows back pages where they discuss Arsenal dropping more crucial points in the title…
- Paper Talk
Benfica-Real Madrid tie halted after Vinicius Jr racism allegation | Saka signs new five-year deal with Arsenal | Woods not ruling out return to the Masters
The Daily Mirror’s John Cross and The i Paper’s Daniel Storey discuss Real Madrid's Champions League knockout play-off tie at Benfica being halted for 10…
- Paper Talk
Brentford avoid FA Cup shock | Kavanagh stood down after errors | Klopp turned down Man Utd and Chelsea
The Daily Mail's Isaan Khan and The Independent's Miguel Delaney review Brentford's 1-0 win over Macclesfield in the FA Cup. They also reflect on referee Chris…
- Paper Talk
Spurs appoint Tudor on interim basis | Weston delivers Team GB’s first gold | Rodri faces ban over remarks about officials
Jessica Creighton is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogden and the Daily Telegraph’s Sam Dean as they discuss Tottenham Hotspur’s appointment of Igor Tudor until the end…
- Paper Talk
Arsenal drop points to gift Man City title hope | Tuchel’s contract extension and WC target discussed
The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and Daily Mail’s Ian Ladyman join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Arsenal’s draw to Brentford in the Premier…
- Paper Talk
Man City add pressure to title rivals Arsenal | Frank OUT - Will Spurs see a Poch return?
The Mirror’s John Cross and The Independent’s Miguel Delaney join Jessica Creighton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss the latest from the Premier League, where…
- Paper Talk
Are Spurs in a relegation fight? | Chelsea drop points to Leeds after stoppage time Palmer miss
The Times & Sunday Times' Martin Hardy and Henry Winter, Co Host, The Football Boardroom join David Garrido to look at tomorrows back pages, where they discuss…
- Paper Talk
Howe defiant he's right manager for Newcastle | Dyche's Forest future in doubt | Rosenior admits mockery affects his family
Rob Jones is joined by The Sun sports reporter Jack Rosser and sports journalist Sam Cunningham to react to the biggest stories in the morning's newspapers…
Paper TalkCarrick warns against 'knee-jerk' decisions at Man Utd | Leeds thump Forest to boost survival hopes | Van Dijk hits out at pundit criticism
Jessica Creighton is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Guardian's Paul MacInnes to discuss Leeds United's 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest to boost their…
Paper TalkWas Rosenior justified in fuming at Arsenal for encroaching? | Leicester’s six point deduction discussed!
The Mirror’s John Cross and The Football Boardroom’s Henry Winter join David Garrido on Back Pages Tonight to discuss whether Liam Rosenior was justified in…
Paper TalkCity cruise past Newcastle to set up final with Arsenal | Arteta must win a trophy this season
On Back Pages Tonight, The Sun's Charlie Wyatt and The Telegraph's Sam Dean are in the studio to discuss the latest sports news. The duo discuss Manchester…
Paper TalkArsenal beat Chelsea to reach Carabao Cup final | Can Arteta finally end Arsenal's trophy drought?
Martin Hardy of The Times and The Athletics Nick Miller take a look at tomorrow's back pages where Arsenal reach the Carabao Cup final after sealing the win…
Paper TalkAlcaraz faces Djokovic showdown! | Dowman the next Messi?
The Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman and ESPN's Mark Ogden join Jessica Creighton on Sky Sports’ Back Pages Tonight to discuss the Australian Open semi-finals and what…
Paper TalkNott’m Forest and Celtic join Villa in UEL play-offs | Raducanu splits from coach | Crystal Palace's deal for Strand Larsen in limbo
The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Independent’s Miguel Delaney join Jessica Creighton on Sky Sports’ Back Pages Tonight to discuss Celtic, Nottingham…
Paper TalkFive English club reach the CL top eight | Newcastle just miss out after PSG draw | Where next for Sterling?
The Times’ Martyn Ziegler and David Ornstein of The Athletic look at tomorrow back pages where they discuss a dramatic night of Champions League football where…
Paper TalkKolo Muani in minor car crash | Sterling nears Chelsea exit | Could Palmer ever head to Man Utd? Arteta calls on Arsenal fans
David Garrido is joined by Henry Winter of Sports Illustrated and Daniel Storey from The i Paper to look ahead to tomorrow’s back pages and they start with the…
Paper TalkInquest finds heading may have contributed to Gordon McQueen’s death | Man Utd weigh-up Bruno Fernandes sale | Forest bid £35m for Mateta
David Garrido is joined by ESPN’s James Olley and The Mirror’s John Cross to discuss an inquest that found heading the ball may have contributed to Gordon…
Paper TalkAre Arsenal the best team in the WORLD? | Where would Robertson exit leave Liverpool? | Is Palmer ‘untouchable’?
Sky Sports Jessica Creighton is joined by The Sun's Jack Rosser and Sports Illustrated's Henry Winter as the panel discuss if Pep Guardiola's claims that…
Paper TalkCasemiro to leave Man Utd | Will Mainoo extend contract? | Tottenham rocked by Bergvall injury
The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai reflect on Casemiro announcing he'll be leaving Manchester United at the end of this season…
Paper TalkCan Liverpool kick on now? | Where would a Mateta exit leave Palace? | McIlroy issues a warning to Rahm and Hatton
Jessica Creighton is joined by The Independent’s Miguel Delaney and ESPN’s James Olley as the panel break down the English clubs’ Champions League performances…
Paper TalkCity suffer shock defeat to Bodo/Glimt | Frank relieves pressure in Dortmund win | Arsenal progress after impressive Inter win
David Ornstein of The Athletic and The Times' Martin Hardy join David Garrido to take a look at tomorrow's back pages where the discuss mixed fortunes for…
Paper TalkUnder pressure Frank feels trust of Spurs board | Butt and Scholes hit back at Martinez | Guehi completes City switch
David Garrido is joined by Sam Dean from The Telegraph and The Guardian's Paul MacInnes discuss Thomas Frank's future at Tottenham Hotspur as the under…
Paper TalkGlasner's exit bombshell as Guehi and Mateta also look for exit | Man Utd willing to wait for long term head coach appointment
Teddy Draper is joined by Mark Ogden from ESPN and the Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman as Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner announces he will leave the club at the…
Paper TalkTuchel calls for 'social skills' in England WC squad | Ancelotti, Tuchel, Poch? Who next for Man Utd
Mark McQuillan is joined by Jonathan Liew of The Guardian and Jason Burt of The Telegraph as they discuss a whole host of the latest topics from across the…
Paper TalkArsenal edge Chelsea in first leg of Carabao Cup semi-final | More VAR with Wenger’s law? | Gallagher completes Spurs move
The Athletic’s David Ornstein and The Times’ Martyn Ziegler reflect on Arsenal’s 3-2 win against Chelsea in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final. The…
Paper TalkCarrick appointed Man Utd interim head coach | Semenyo scores in 1st leg Carabao win for City
Sports Illustrated’s Henry Winter and Isaan Khan of the Daily Mail look ahead to tomorrow’s back pages where Michael Carrick is appointed as Manchester…
Paper TalkManchester United move in on Carrick | Liverpool book place in FA Cup fourth round | Xabi Alonso sacked by Real Madrid
David Garrido is joined by The Mirror’s John Cross and The Sun’s Charlie Wyett to discuss why Manchester United have chose Michael Carrick over Ole Gunnar…
Paper TalkSolskjaer set for Man Utd talks | Saka’s new Arsenal contract | Littler’s historic deal
ESPN’s Mark Ogden and sports journalist Sam Cunningham reflect on Liam Rosenior’s first press conference as Chelsea manager. The panel discuss the news that…
Paper TalkArsenal held to a draw by Liverpool | More Ashes drama!?
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…
Paper TalkWill Arsenal’s depth be the decider in the title race? Is Rosenior first job to sort out Chelsea’s discipline?
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…
Paper TalkForest earn crucial win over Hammers | Solskjaer set for Man Utd return? | Rosenior announced as Chelsea boss
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…
Paper TalkAmorim OUT – who next for Man Utd? | O’Neil is BACK after Nancy’s short Celtic stint
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…
Paper TalkIs Rosenior the right man for Chelsea? | Should England stick with McCullum after Ashes? | Littler and van Veen reach WDC final
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…
Paper TalkArsenal BEAT Palace to reach Carabao Cup semi-finals | Man City right call for Semenyo? | The Ashes and drinking culture discussed
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…
Paper TalkIsak fractures leg | Salah set to stay at Liverpool? | McCullum on borrowed time?
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…
Paper TalkSalah apologises to Liverpool teammates | Amorim defends his Man Utd ‘entitlement’ comments | Is Maresca the favourite to replace Pep?
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…
Paper TalkMcIlroy wins SPOTY | Could Maresca replace Guardiola at Man City? | Man Utd in race to sign Semenyo
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…
Paper TalkEngland's Ashes fury as 'Snicko' operator admits mistake | Man City through to Carabao Cup semis after Cherki stunner
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…
Paper TalkFernandes claims United wanted to offload him to Saudi Arabia | Who will win the race to sign Bournemouth’s Semenyo?
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’…
Paper TalkMan Utd and Bournemouth play out an incredible 4-4 draw | Is Maresca’s Chelsea future in doubt? | Stokes asks for fight in The Ashes
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…
Paper TalkSalah back for Liverpool | Arteta targets 90 to win PL title | Fury grows over World Cup ticket prices
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…
Paper TalkSalah and Henderson secret meeting | World Cup tickets prices are a 'disgrace' | Man Utd reveal quarterly financial results
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…
Paper TalkMan City beat Real Madrid as pressure grows on Xabi Alonso | Saudi clubs want Salah amid Liverpool uncertainty
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…
Paper TalkLiverpool defeat Inter without Salah | Chelsea lose to Atalanta in blow to top-eight hopes
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…
Paper TalkSlot 'no clue' if Salah has played final game for Liverpool | Man Utd hit four to thrash sorry Wolves
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…
Paper TalkTrump takes centre stage at FIFA World Cup draw | England and Scotland find out group stage opponents | Arsenal eye January signings
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…
Paper TalkInconsistent Man Utd draw with West Ham | Root scores incredible first century in Australia | Does Salah have a future at Liverpool?
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…
Paper TalkWill missing Gabriel and Rice slow Arsenal’s title charge? | Will Chelsea’s inconsistency cost them a title challenge?
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…