Andy Walker

[Tommy75]

Apparently banned from Ibrox and Celtc Park for comments made about each club and he is taking legal action.

[Hibernia&Alba]

Cancel culture :greengrin

What did he say that's hurt their feelings so much?

[bingo70]

Apparently banned from Ibrox and Celtc Park for comments made about each club and he is taking legal action.

Incredible that such a ***** negative pundit can be causing such a fuss.

Absolutely no idea why he keeps getting asked for his input into Scottish football, there must be younger more relevant pundits available for Sky.

Same applies to Davie Provan.

Suits their agenda to have miserable *******s talking down our game at every opportunity though.

[Rumble de Thump]

Apparently he said somenthing negative about Celtic's trip to Dubai and Sevco's finances.

[BILLYHIBS]

I remember he once called us a provincial club :confused:

Strange from an ex player

[1875Sean]

Can we ban him too?

[easty]

Apparently banned from Ibrox and Celtc Park for comments made about each club and he is taking legal action.

Can you take legal action when you’re banned from places for being a prick?

If so I could’ve made a fortune in my teens.

[Vault Boy]

Apparently he said somenthing negative about Celtic's trip to Dubai and Sevco's finances.

That's all of us banned too then!

[Hibernia&Alba]

I remember he once called us a provincial club :confused:

Strange from an ex player

He obviously doesn't understand the meaning of provincial, or perhaps he's unaware Edinburgh is Scotland's capital, which wouldn't be a surprise.

[HoboHarry]

Can't imagine him winning in a legal action, I'm sure the clubs have every right to decline someone entry into their building.....

[Keith_M]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

[Hibbyradge]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

It's a control mechanism, plain and simple.

[660]

Not forgiven this clown for his comments about the fans on 21/05

[fiolex1]

He is a jobby

[Hibernia&Alba]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

Agreed, very poor show from both. Free speech not allowed by them it seems.

[Keith_M]

He is a jobby


No arguments from me on that score.

[Hibby70]

He is a jobby

You better watch - he might take you to court for defecation of character 😁

[H18 SFR]

Imagine living in a world where you only hear what you want to hear.

How remarkably snowflake.

[Hibernia&Alba]

Not forgiven this clown for his comments about the fans on 21/05

He was wrong, but he's entitled to give his opinion when asked. Banning someone for holding an opinion you don't like? That's a dangerous road.

[Steve88]

All clubs outside the old firm should be worried about this this type of behaviour.

Taking action against independent football pundit(s) with the aim of those clubs to cease any negative comments with regards to their on/off pitch actions isn't acceptable and - if successful - will enable a culture between these two clubs were they can't be held accountable for their actions..

[HoboHarry]

You better watch - he might take you to court for defecation of character 😁
Stop talking s***e........

[Bostonhibby]

You better watch - he might take you to court for defecation of character [emoji16]I can see how a jobby would be offended by this comparison but I can't see how it would be able to plead it's case in court[emoji90]

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[Hibernia&Alba]

All clubs outside the old firm should be worried about this this type of behaviour.

Taking action against independent football pundit(s) with the aim of those clubs to cease any negative comments with regards to their on/off pitch actions isn't acceptable and - if successful - will enable a culture between these two clubs were they can't be held accountable for their actions..

The Huns have an unhealthy record of banning media figures who dare mention sectarianism, financial irregularities or anything else they don't want to talk about. Now Celtic have decided it would also make their lives easier.

[SHODAN]

Oh no. How ever will we cope without his cutting-edge insightful "Scottish football is *****" analysis. Truly this is a dark day for our national sport.

[worcesterhibby]

All clubs outside the old firm should be worried about this this type of behaviour.

Taking action against independent football pundit(s) with the aim of those clubs to cease any negative comments with regards to their on/off pitch actions isn't acceptable and - if successful - will enable a culture between these two clubs were they can't be held accountable for their actions..

I know you're right...but it's Andy Walker ! He's banned from ma hoose !

[SetonClapper]

You better watch - he might take you to court for defecation of character 😁

That's quality 10/10

[weecounty hibby]

I wish that it had been Sky that had banned him from every ground in world football. The worst most negative commentator in sport

[Lago]

He obviously doesn't understand the meaning of provincial, or perhaps he's unaware Edinburgh is Scotland's capital, which wouldn't be a surprise.
I wouldn't be supprised if most of the West of Scotland doesn't realise Edinburgh is the capital, probably think it's Glasgow.

[CropleyWasGod]

I remember he once called us a provincial club :confused:

Strange from an ex player

It was Murdo, no?

[scm70nyd1973]

No arguments from me on that score.

I object as the words “large and steaming” were omitted 😁

[James Stephen]

All clubs outside the old firm should be worried about this this type of behaviour.

Taking action against independent football pundit(s) with the aim of those clubs to cease any negative comments with regards to their on/off pitch actions isn't acceptable and - if sucacessful - will enable a culture between these two clubs were they can't be held accountable for their actions..

Enable, or perpetuate?

[Keith_M]

The comment that got Walker banned from Ibrox

(In regards to the prospect of a European Super League)


"I've been listening to Celtic and Rangers trying to get away from Scottish football for the best part of 20 years.

"If you were to put this to any senior person at Celtic or Rangers they would want to hear what it is all about.

"They want to know how much money they can generate. I think especially for Rangers given their perilous financial position.

“They will want to know what’s happening to the Champions League qualifiers next season. What does it mean? How much money can they get?

“Look at what winning the Scottish Premiership next season brings. It brings immediate access to the Champions League.

“If all that is off the table, then there is a financial landscape that you have to look at that is so serious.

“But let’s not kid ourselves. Celtic and Rangers would want to be involved in this.”

[Hibernia&Alba]

The comment that got Walker banned from Ibrox

(In regards to the prospect of a European Super League)


"I've been listening to Celtic and Rangers trying to get away from Scottish football for the best part of 20 years.

"If you were to put this to any senior person at Celtic or Rangers they would want to hear what it is all about.

"They want to know how much money they can generate. I think especially for Rangers given their perilous financial position.

“They will want to know what’s happening to the Champions League qualifiers next season. What does it mean? How much money can they get?

“Look at what winning the Scottish Premiership next season brings. It brings immediate access to the Champions League.

“If all that is off the table, then there is a financial landscape that you have to look at that is so serious.

“But let’s not kid ourselves. Celtic and Rangers would want to be involved in this.”

Banned for that? Wow, how sensitive, yet not so sensitive when their own fans are singing sectarian and xenophobic muck. Bannings are very seldom. Disgraceful.

[NORTHERNHIBBY]

Won't be two-faced and say that his name expressed as Andy Wa*ker isn't appropriate, but that said, a pundit in the pay of SKY who gets up both nostrils of the Old Filth can't be all bad?

[Hibs Class]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

Very childish, just makes them more of a laughing stock, but they won't care what anyone other than their own supporters think, and the huns in particular have a very vocal support when calling for bans to be handed out. I'd expect the broadcasters to have a contractual right of access and I'd like to see the SFA/SPL withhold some of the clubs' broadcast payouts if they choose to unilaterally ban anyone.

[BILLYHIBS]

It was Murdo, no?
Naw defo Andy Walker called us a provincial club on the radio and repeated his faux pas later

Wee Effen Bee Andy Walker Thread 30/10/2016

Murdo would not surprise me either tbh 😃

[hibbydog]

Utter welt of a man IMO after his ‘who wants to ok play for Hibs’ comments on scotsport. But that was 15 years ago!

Comments on Celtics Dubai trip were bang on the money.

Comments on Sevco fairly accurate and their response sums up the ‘nobody likes us and we don’t understand why’ attitude. Quite funny

[brianmc]

Walker is undoubtedly a knob.

However, he is also an employee of the Sky - who are pumping millions into the Scottish game.

It's time they took the huns to task over this. I'm sure if they stopped broadcasting hun games, demanded the return of any monies already paid to the govan mob
AND threatened legal action for breach of contract then we'd see an end to this nonsense.

[Peevemor]

Walker is undoubtedly a knob.

However, he is also an employee of the Sky - who are pumping millions into the Scottish game.

It's time they took the huns to task over this. I'm sure if they stopped broadcasting hun games, demanded the return of any monies already paid to the govan mob
AND threatened legal action for breach of contract then we'd see an end to this nonsense.These things are meant to be a partnership. I'm not taking sides here, but Sky's rent-a-gobs shouldn't have carte blanche to say what they want then expect to be welcomed by the club(s) they've been slagging.

[Hibernia&Alba]

These things are meant to be a partnership. I'm not taking sides here, but Sky's rent-a-gobs shouldn't have carte blanche to say what they want then expect to be welcomed by the club(s) they've been slagging.

It all depends upon what is said. What Walker has said about the Old Firm seems perfectly reasonable. I don't like the idea of clubs banning media people because their feelings are hurt. Of course, there are examples whereby something so outrageous is said that a ban is justified e.g. Liverpool banning The Sun after their Hillsborough coverage. However, on the whole it's not something I want to see.

[Keith_M]

These things are meant to be a partnership. I'm not taking sides here, but Sky's rent-a-gobs shouldn't have carte blanche to say what they want then expect to be welcomed by the club(s) they've been slagging.


Did you read what he actually said, though?

[blackpoolhibs]

These things are meant to be a partnership. I'm not taking sides here, but Sky's rent-a-gobs shouldn't have carte blanche to say what they want then expect to be welcomed by the club(s) they've been slagging.

I agree, but if they are speaking the truth, or giving their honest opinion, then they are just doing what they have always done and trying to dictate what people say about them.

Sky need to grow a set of balls, and tell them they will appoint anyone they see fit to comment on their clubs, and if they dont like it, they will stop reporting from their grounds and any opposition ground they are playing at.

Give them no exposure, let them know who's the boss here, and if they have a problem with it then they can complain to the relevant people.

[Peevemor]

Did you read what he actually said, though?Yes and sorry I didn't make myself clear, I was talking about Walker specifically but these sort of situations in general.

In saying that, from what I remember he was particularly scathing re. Celtic’s trip to Dubai. He could easily have voiced his disapproval without being as OTT as he was.

[Dashing Bob S]

Yes the uglies have one skin too few, but on this occasion they have it right. Walker shouldn't be a pundit, he's a tedious negative bore, the sort left mumbling alone at the bar in an embittered jakeball trance, talking to himself, long after every sensible human being has cleared off.

It's amazing that he's still employed in the media. He offers noting to the role, no controversy, just the incitement of utter annoyance that such a bitter nonentity is paid to inflict his neurosis on the public.

[hibsbollah]

Yes the uglies have one skin too few, but on this occasion they have it right. Walker shouldn't be a pundit, he's a tedious negative bore, the sort left mumbling alone at the bar in an embittered jakeball trance, talking to himself, long after every sensible human being has cleared off.

It's amazing that he's still employed in the media. He offers noting to the role, no controversy, just the incitement of utter annoyance that such a bitter nonentity is paid to inflict his neurosis on the public.

Can’t argue with that. He has nothing interesting to say, possibly in his entire life.

[Eyrie]

Walker is a tosser, but in this case he is hard done by*.

Everyone knows that Sevco spent heavily this season to stop Celtc's ten in a row and need a decent run in Europe next season to bring in money.

And Dubai was months ago, so why have Celtc waited until now to ban him? Two cheeks of the same arse is why.


*I had to read that three times because I still can't believe I have any sympathy for him.

[WestCoastHibby]

Stop talking s***e........

Careful or you might be reported by a "stool" pigeon

[lord bunberry]

What happens if Sky say, either you let him in or you’re not getting your share of the tv deal?

[Hibernia&Alba]

What happens if Sky say, either you let him in or you’re not getting your share of the tv deal?

I would imagine the lawyers have a field day and make a fortune.

[Keith_M]

Yes and sorry I didn't make myself clear, I was talking about Walker specifically but these sort of situations in general.

In saying that, from what I remember he was particularly scathing re. Celtic’s trip to Dubai. He could easily have voiced his disapproval without being as OTT as he was.


:aok:

[Keith_M]

Yes the uglies have one skin too few, but on this occasion they have it right. Walker shouldn't be a pundit, he's a tedious negative bore, the sort left mumbling alone at the bar in an embittered jakeball trance, talking to himself, long after every sensible human being has cleared off.

It's amazing that he's still employed in the media. He offers noting to the role, no controversy, just the incitement of utter annoyance that such a bitter nonentity is paid to inflict his neurosis on the public.


Can’t argue with that. He has nothing interesting to say, possibly in his entire life.


Normally I'd agree but on this occasion, his point about how Rangers and Celtc would view the European Super League... both the effect on them being outside and the fact they'd probably love to be involved... was bang on the money.

[Since452]

Don't mind Walker really. Actually agree with a lot of what he says.

[JimBHibees]

Yes the uglies have one skin too few, but on this occasion they have it right. Walker shouldn't be a pundit, he's a tedious negative bore, the sort left mumbling alone at the bar in an embittered jakeball trance, talking to himself, long after every sensible human being has cleared off.

It's amazing that he's still employed in the media. He offers noting to the role, no controversy, just the incitement of utter annoyance that such a bitter nonentity is paid to inflict his neurosis on the public.

Fantastic summary and completely spot on. Characterises the other Sky pundit Provan also. Given that Sky had an executive policy to run down the game up here you actually think they were deliberately put in place to be as negative as they could possibly be about the game.

[gbhibby]

Can we ban Kris Boyd from Easter Road? 😁

[Tobias Funke]

I remember he once called us a provincial club :confused:

Strange from an ex player

Clearly isn’t to clever and doesn’t understand the meaning of provincial.

[Allez Hibs]

What did Walker say that upset Celtic? The Dubai situation?

Think we all agree that Andy Walker isn't the best pundit and is very annoying at it to boot.

What I don't like about Sky's coverage in England is that they have Carragher and Neville calling their own teams games. How is that impartial coverage. Its the same up here with Biyd and Walker but a different dynamic as Sky need them to cater to the Old Firm fans but when they speak their mind it results in a ban from the coverage.

McCoist is so much better than Walker.

[IWasThere2016]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

Pathetic by OF

[Crunchie]

Can’t argue with that. He has nothing interesting to say, possibly in his entire life.
Yet every time he opens his mouth there's a thread on here about him? I've not seen nor heard of him for years but feel as though I know the guy very well reading this site.

[mjhibby]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

Exactly. The infirm derby is pure hatred as is shown in the hospitals after the game. I’ve never heard a single discussion on either rangers finances or the sectarianism of both clubs yet when a rangers player is racially abused they (rightly) condemn it. Both clubs are embarrassment to Scotland and the quicker they pee off somewhere the better. For once I can say well done to walker for actually saying something close to the truth.?

[Michael]

What did Walker say that upset Celtic? The Dubai situation?

Think we all agree that Andy Walker isn't the best pundit and is very annoying at it to boot.

What I don't like about Sky's coverage in England is that they have Carragher and Neville calling their own teams games. How is that impartial coverage. Its the same up here with Biyd and Walker but a different dynamic as Sky need them to cater to the Old Firm fans but when they speak their mind it results in a ban from the coverage.

McCoist is so much better than Walker.

Why does football coverage need to be impartial?

Carragher and Neville are great to watch regardless of if it's Liverpool, Man U or anyone else they're covering.

I also don't mind Boyd - I think his pettiness is pretty funny.

[The Count]

Forget about Walker the indivual this is all about The Old Firm wanting to control the press as they have done for years.Any journalist will not get access if they critise has been the Huns way of operating for years with journos in their pocket.Celtic to a lesser extent but still try to kill off bad stories.Free speach is essential in all walks of life and i detest the control of the press and the Scottish football press have been guilty of being in bed with the Huns.Huns press control is the following"critise us and you no longer get access to stories".The sad thing is it will not change.

[gbhibby]

Forget about Walker the indivual this is all about The Old Firm wanting to control the press as they have done for years.Any journalist will not get access if they critise has been the Huns way of operating for years with journos in their pocket.Celtic to a lesser extent but still try to kill off bad stories.Free speach is essential in all walks of life and i detest the control of the press and the Scottish football press have been guilty of being in bed with the Huns.Huns press control is the following"critise us and you no longer get access to stories".The sad thing is it will not change.
Agree, Sky should tell both clubs to F off whilst people may not like Andy Walker comments he is entitled to make them. Mcfadden and Boyd have made comments against our club do we ban them, no.
Reminds you of megalomaniac dictatorships that ban or jail journalists who tell the truth.

[delbert]

I remember he once called us a provincial club :confused:

Strange from an ex player

Not strange, just completely incorrect, as provincial is defined as outwith the capital, so basically the headline story is that two of Scotland’s bigger provincial clubs have banned Andy Walker from attending games at their grounds !

[Crunchie]

Not strange, just completely incorrect, as provincial is defined as outwith the capital, so basically the headline story is that two of Scotland’s bigger provincial clubs have banned Andy Walker from attending games at their grounds !
I always thought in Scottish footballing terms everyone outwith the ugly sisters was a provincial club.

[Jim44]

Pundits using the term ‘provincial’ intend it to be a put down. It’s sheer ignorance on their part, but, far be it from me to criticise their lack of knowledge. For provincial clubs, Rangers and Celtic do quite well . :greengrin

[jgl07]

Leaving aside the fact that it's Andy Walker, it is a bit ridiculous that those clubs are so sensitive about what some TV commentator says about them.

The Rangers are still in dispute with the BBC because one of their reporters dared to mention sectarian songs sung by some of their Fans at ER. And that was quite a few years back now.

So as well as Rangers' Sectarianism, you can add Rangers' Finances to the list of topics the media are no longer allowed to discuss.

Who are this 'Rangers' to which you refer? They went out of existence nine years back.

[blackpoolhibs]

I always thought in Scottish footballing terms everyone outwith the ugly sisters was a provincial club.

Only if you dont know the meaning of the word provincial.

[147lothian]

Forget about Walker the indivual this is all about The Old Firm wanting to control the press as they have done for years.Any journalist will not get access if they critise has been the Huns way of operating for years with journos in their pocket.Celtic to a lesser extent but still try to kill off bad stories.Free speach is essential in all walks of life and i detest the control of the press and the Scottish football press have been guilty of being in bed with the Huns.Huns press control is the following"critise us and you no longer get access to stories".The sad thing is it will not change.


:top marksI couldn't agree more, an example of this is when Walker called out the Dubai trip, we need more journaists like this who don't just say what either side of the two cheeks want to hear, Scottish football will be a lot more dull if the Old Firm are able to control the press.

[Peevemor]

Journalist? Aye right!

[Liam978]

Journalist? Aye right!


N0 matter Andy,s job discription , he is very impartial, and i cant forget that night at Tynecastle.

[worcesterhibby]

Agree, Sky should tell both clubs to F off whilst people may not like Andy Walker comments he is entitled to make them. Mcfadden and Boyd have made comments against our club do we ban them, no.
Reminds you of megalomaniac dictatorships that ban or jail journalists who tell the truth.

To be honest I would have a lot more respect for them if Sky told Rangers, Celtic and Andy walker to F off

[ahibby]

Not strange, just completely incorrect, as provincial is defined as outwith the capital, so basically the headline story is that two of Scotland’s bigger provincial clubs have banned Andy Walker from attending games at their grounds !

Apparently it has two meanings.

[LancashireHibby]

Andy Walker, as an ex-Bolton player, is a large reason I’m a Hibs fan. Bit of a weapon though.

[brianmc]

Andy Walker, as an ex-Bolton player, is a large reason I’m a Hibs fan. Bit of a weapon though.

Who🤔 you or him? 🤣