For more stories like this,check our sport page. More than that, I wanted him to think that I was good. All rights reserved. "It was day one of lockdown and there was no sport to report on. Laura Woods confirms she has left Sky Sports after 13 years; Amid a full-on work schedule at Sky Sports, TalkSport and the co-host of a podcast with Adebayo Akinfenwa, Woods is trying to buy a new house. With the new season just weeks away, Im thrilled to be part of the team that will bring ITV viewers its best action and biggest stories each week. Woods presents the talkSPORT breakfast show three days a week, as well as leading ITV's coverage of the NFL. Yes, I pinch myself every day and you need that passion because it has taken over 10 years of hard work to get to where I am now. . Im quite fascinated with people and thats probably why I do my job, the 33-year-old says. Laura Woods frequently appears on our TV screens as a sports presenter working for the likes of Sky Sports and ITV Football, as well as on our radio waves for talkSPORT, so it may come as a . More info. Its what its about! Just celebrate the game, it means something to somebody! I went Sorry, who are you?, I didnt recognise him!, READ MORE: Man Utd coach McCarthy played role in Ferguson anger and handshake snub, McCoist could not believe what he was hearing and claimed that Woods had lost them any chance of Taylor appearing on their show, even though she pleaded with the former defender to join them on Mondays show if Newcastle won the game. She faced seveal abusive messages in response to that photo, with one saying: "How can you expect to be taken seriously as a football presenter by posting images like that." Jose always deliberately came to be interviewed just before the team had dropped. Not that it came easy. Her interactions with fans on social media have become legendary, with Woods not afraid to brutally take down any supporters who come at her. Instead, anchoring the coverage will be Laura Woods. You have to be professional because if you allow yourself to be overwhelmed, youre not doing your job, she says. Jones, who works for Leeds, the BBC and Premier Sports, shared a photo on Twitter of herself wearing a tight-fitted dress on a rugby pitch. Laura Woods responded to claims made by her talkSPORT colleague Adrian Durham that Arsenal's Premier League title charge has been helped by 'ridiculous luck' There was another issue: presiding over a show built on its locker-room banter and stepping into a very male environment. YouTuber Jarvo claimed responsibility for the prank by taping a mobile phone to the back of one of the chairs, while setting the ringtone to the moaning lady. 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Here, Mirror Football looks at the presenter's top five moments as she delights supporters over the airwaves and on social media. The presenter has been announced as the front for ITV's new NFL show (Picture: Getty) Laura Woods has confirmed she has left her role . When she replaced Alan Brazil as the lead presenter of TalkSports breakfast show earlier this year, Woods became the target of sexist online trolls who claimed she only got the job because of her looks. She has also developed a reputation for brutal takedowns of supporters on social media. People are hitting out at Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta for his sideline antics. Metro Sport Reporter Wednesday 17 Aug 2022 11:25 am. ITV and talkSPORT host Laura Woods spent her Carabao Cup final day apologising profusely to former Newcastle defender Ryan Taylor after their awkward encounter before Eddie Howes side lost 2-0 to Manchester United on Sunday. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published15:39,17 August 2022 BST@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated20:34,17 August 2022 BST. Share. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. And it's a dream that I've always had.. Football Manager enthusiasts were left in complete shock, with one fan believing Woods is underplaying their achievement in leading San Marino to the World Cup. Jones hit back, saying: "I was hosting an awards ceremony & I felt lovely in my new dress, so I wanted to share it. Hes right, you're always tired. Poch always talks about these lemons he had in his office that would suck out the bad energy. I listen and learn from him so much and it makes you a better presenter because his standards are so high. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Woods departure will come as a surprise to viewers, though the Mirror reported last year that her decision to join DAZN one of Skys biggest rivals for boxing coverage had raised eyebrows among the channels executives. And I quickly noticed that he was the one that really brought me up a level. At ITV we only get a cup of tea and maybe a sandwich, and they are getting added perks like that, thats incredible., Pressed by Woods to explain to listeners what happened, McCoist said: Sadly Ive never heard that! She also anchored coverage of Carabao Cup matches for the channel, as well as presenting other sports such as darts. Thierry Henry's shirt, Eddie Nketiah. The 35-year-old responded to Roman Kemp sharing the viral clip, saying: "This was amazing.". Didnt think Id ever have to make one of these videos, but s**t happens I guess. Something went wrong, please try again later. When youre doing the pre-match interview, you do it just after the team has been announced, so you have a question ready: why have picked so-and-so or left out so-and-so, she says. Woods, who describes herself as a positive, optimistic person, says: I accept that as presenters we are putting ourselves out there; were essentially targets. Somebody else wrote: Well. The host replied: "I have, yes.". You just can't take it personally.. Woods hit back at the former presenter on Twitter, writing: "Jeez. On ITV we only get a cup of tea, they are having the time of there life there! I think youre up against a really good USA team. Comment below. @laura_woodsy. ITV won the rights from BBC and long-serving pundits Osi Umenyiora and Jason Bell have switched channels to continue their roles though they will now be joined by Woods after working with both Mark Chapman and Dan Walker previously. Damn, that dig at Football Manager players by [Laura Woods] hit me hard there. She currently hosts the Sports Breakfast show on Talksport on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays with Ally McCoist. TalkSPORT 's Laura Woods savagely slammed a troll who asked if she has sex with footballer Adebayo Akinfenwa. Laura Woods brutally trolls Tottenham fan after Arsenal beat Man Utd, Laura Woods wades into row over Arsenal boss Arteta's angry antics. Presenter Laura Woods has confirmed she has left Sky Sports after 13 years with the television channel. Have a great day celebrating! It's like being jet lagged permanently, she says. It will come as no surprise to discover that she reckons Jose Mourinho her most testing subject. Let us know in the comments section below. !2 A third stated: Happiest of bdays to the absolute best in the business, by miles upon miles @laura_woodsy., READ MORE: Arsenal signing Jesus spotted with new shirt number. He said: Just the way the pass is perfect and this is just pure quality. Woods started out at the Croydon Advertiser and has worked her way up at Sky Sports, earning a reputation as a first-class broadcaster in a traditionally male-dominated industry. That said, he came on TalkSport during the Euros and he was wonderful., Watch Laura Woods, Jason Bell and Osi Umenyiora on ITV's The NFL Show every Friday evening, starting on September 9, The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. Who is your favourite football presenter? Taylors day did not improve any further as Newcastle were unable to get the better of United, as goals from Casemiro and Marcus Rashford ensured that the north-east sides 54-year trophy drought would continue. She found herself no less nervous when first standing alongside Gary Neville. I've never worked on a Super Bowl, I've never been to a Super Bowl, she says, talking to Telegraph Sport from the Tottenham Stadium where two of this seasons three transatlantic NFL games will be staged. Lineker saw the funny side of the incident, joking that Harvey Elliotts winner wasnt the only screamer of the night. The awkward gaffe amused fans, especially TalkSport host Woods. I strive for perfection and I feel so far from it. I thought the USA looked like a really experienced team with pedigree. I worked for what was called the pub sports team, covering things like darts, bowls, speedway, she says. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Bobby Firmino because he doesnt speak English!, To hear how Klopp feels about all his players individually was fascinating. Im proud to be one of you.. Coronation Street spoiler videos reveal ordeal aftermath, Fiz's huge shock and court twist, Corrie pictures reveal major blast from the past, rape trauma and stalker verdict, Coronation Street recasts key role as character returns with new actor. Let's just say quizzes can get a touch repetitive.. Something went wrong, please try again later. Woods does have an exciting new position, however, as it was announced on Wednesday that she will be the face of ITV's NFL coverage. A post shared by laurawoodsy (@laurawoodsy). Laura Woods has wowed followers by playing the piano while flaunting her legs. Laura Woods has become a fan favourite for her presenting style, Woods joked with Liverpool legend Graeme Souness after his England comments, Woods fought off accusations she was being overfamiliar with Ian Wright, Woods has also staunchly defended fellow presenter Emma Jones, Woods recently brutally put down Piers Morgan on her talkSPORT show. @talksport Laura Woods had to face the consequence this morning for not knowing who Ryan Taylor was! He added: Im going to say it, Im going to put my cards on the table, guys have got to message us this morning, because Ive got an admission to make, for the best part of 40 years I must been doing it wrong! ", One enterprising fan decided to invite her round to his house, writing: "Got a kids sand pit in my back garden?? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. She tweeted: "Hi. It appears that Laura Woods doesn't have a partner in 2022, and is currently single. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. On her new venture, Woods said: "Ive been a fan of the NFL for many years. That didnt happen. Fan-favourite talkSPORT presenter Laura Woods has twisted the knife in the heart of Football Manager players after her brutal dig at the series. I feel that now [it] has blown any chance I had. Woods has also been a staunch defender of her fellow presenters, and hit out after Emma Jones was sent a series of abusive messages. Laura's family occasionally moved between Northeast and Southwest England during her early years. There was no doubt in my mind when he got into this position he was going to score. Bayo and I have a great chemistry and weve had Declan Rice, Michail Antonio, Troy Deeney and Jack Wilshere on, she says. Woods started with Sky as a runner in 2009 and gradually worked her way up to. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Ive got an offer in on another place but when I move out, Ill be gutted.. LAURA WOODS has slammed 'bonkers' sexist trolls that give her and others vicious abuse online. While Bulletproof by La Roux is rings out, she plays the piano using her hands and even at one point, her high heels. There will be something familiar about the presentation team, however, as both Jason Bell and the British-born Super Bowl winner Osi Umenyiora are transferring across from the Beeb. Fans flocked to social media on Tuesday and claimed Woods said live on talkSPORT that she doesnt play Football Manager because she has a life.. He made no reference to his awkward moment with Woods as he turned to Instagram after the result with a video of Newcastle fans cheering their team on. Laura Woods has quickly become a fan-favourite among Premier League supporters with her quick wit both online and when presenting. Quick-witted, lively, enthusiastic: she is a superb broadcaster. Woods' new role will see her entertain listeners from 6am to. And in 2016 she got a job as a pitchside reporter for the channels Premier League coverage. The former Magpies full-back spent six years on Tyneside after joining in 2009 and the free-kick specialist showed his support for the club at Wembley. Woods replied: What I enjoy as well is that Kevin De Bruyne will go home, turn on the tele, watch back the highlights and wonder how Roy Keane described him. Woods explained further: He went Its Ryan, and I went Oh God, Ryan, Im so sorry! It was awful! With the new season just weeks away, Im thrilled to be part of the team that will bring ITV viewers its best action and biggest stories each week., Bell added: Osi and I are excited to be working with Laura and I know that our passion and energy will be exactly what existing NFL followers expect from us, as well as opening the eyes of new fans., MORE : Shut your mouth and eat it! 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