17 m. ago Eni Aluko APOLOGISES to Ian Wright: Former footballer admits she was 'wrong' to accuse Arsenal legend of 'blocking' pathway for female pundits in shock attack

Eni Aluko has issued a passionate apology to Ian Wright after facing backlash for claiming he was blocking opportunities for female pundits by 'dominating' women's football coverage.

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57 m. ago Eni Aluko denies criticising Ian Wright for media work in women’s football

Pundit laments ‘clickbait’ after controversial commentsIan Wright has long advocated for women’s gameEni Aluko has denied she “attacked” Ian Wright with her comments over his involvement as a pundit in women’s football.Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour this week, the former England forward discussed the risk of men blocking opportunities for female broadcasters in women’s football. When asked by the presenter Clare McDonnell whether Wright was an example of someone taking up space that could be occupied by a woman, Aluko said: “I’ve worked with Ian a long time and, you know, I think he’s a brilliant broadcaster. But I think he’s aware of just how much he’s doing in the women’s game. I think he should be aware of that.” Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Spotlight on Eni Aluko’s comments about Ian Wright deflects attention from real issue

Comment: The footballer turned broadcaster has made an important point, but risks it being drowned out in the backlash to her comments on a colleague

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2 h. ago Football club's shirt redesigned after Ian Wright backs campaign

Basingstoke United will wear the one-off shirts featuring a 'seat belt stripe'

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4 h. ago Ian Wright makes surprising prediction on Marcus Rashford's next Premier League club

Marcus Rashford has a big decision to make this summer, with boyhood club Manchester United happy to sell him permanently after a promising loan spell with Aston Villa

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20 h. ago Ian Wright's actions show true colours after Eni Aluko's rant about Arsenal icon

Ian Wright has been accused of 'blocking' female pundits from working in the women's game by Eni Aluko, but the Arsenal legend made a brilliant gesture to an injured female professional footballer

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24 h. ago Eni Aluko's full accusations and sack threat as Ian Wright gesture says it all

Aluko has caused a stir with her latest comments about fellow pundit Ian Wright

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25 h. ago Eni Aluko faces ITV AXE over accusing colleague Ian Wright of 'blocking' female pundits from TV work

EXCLUSIVE BY STUART PINK: Aluko's criticism of ex-Arsenal star Wright, 61, was equally puzzling to followers of the sport, given he's been a major advocate of the women's game.

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27 h. ago Ian Wright's incredible gesture as Eni Aluko accuses him of 'blocking' women's game

Wright has been hailed for his support of the women's game in recent years

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29 h. ago Ian Wright's gesture speaks volumes as Eni Aluko throws accusation at Arsenal icon

Ian Wright has been accused of blocking female pundits in the women's game by Eni Aluko, but the Arsenal legend has proven to be a key backer of the sport in the UK

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37 h. ago Revealed: Ian Wright's incredible £1,700 gesture to help a women's player, after Eni Aluko accused him of blocking opportunities for female pundits

Eni Aluko had taken a swipe at the Arsenal legend for taking up space in the women's game and 'dominating' roles, thereby blocking chances for female pundits.

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44 h. ago Eni Aluko accuses Ian Wright of blocking opportunities for female pundits by 'dominating' women's football coverage

Eni Aluko has sensationally accused Ian Wright of blocking opportunities for female pundits in women's football. 

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50 h. ago Oli Burke next club revealed as Werder Bremen express regret over Scotland striker's decision

13-cap forward set for Bundesliga switch

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3 d. ago Gary Lineker admits to crying at Ian Wright and Alan Shearer's 'incredible' gesture

In March 2023, Match of the Day pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer refused to go on the show while presenter Gary Lineker was banned for breaching the broadcaster's impartiality guidelines

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5 d. ago Football news: Arsenal striker boost as Bournemouth star's price tag revealed

A number of Premier League clubs including Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are interested in adding to their attacks this summer with Antoine Semenyo and Viktor Gyokeres among those who could be on the move

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5 d. ago Victor Osimhen to Man United transfer 'agreement' as £86m price tag for striker revealed

The latest Manchester United transfer news and rumours as huge claims have emerged about the future of Victor Osimhen this summer window across Africa and Turkey

Economics

7 d. ago Brendan Rodgers reveals Adam Idah talks after Celtic striker filmed on video looking worse for wear

Footage emerged of Idah online heading home from a night out but Rodgers is satisfied with the Irishman's explanation

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8 d. ago Ian Wright reveals 'intimidating' Rangers fan encounter during Celtic stint kept him inside during Old Firm week

Arsenal hero Wright had a six-month spell with the Hoops in the 1999/2000 season and made two appearances in the city derby

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9 d. ago Gary Neville and Ian Wright 'absolutely worried' as Cardiff City's £100m problem could get worse

The Premier League has been warned to be 'absolutely worried' as the likes of Leicester and Southampton prepare for the drop with Sheffield United looking to go back up

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9 d. ago Ian Wright fumes at 'disrespectful' transfer theory involving Arsenal target Alexander Isak

Ian Wright has said it is not fair to hype up a potential summer move for Alexander Isak this summer because Newcastle has become a destination for players thanks to Eddie Howe

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