Rio Ferdinand in hospital, misses Champions League coverage

Rio Ferdinand, former Manchester United and England defender, has missed his punditry duties for TNT Sports during this week's European semi-finals after being hospitalized for undisclosed reasons. Ferdinand posted a picture from his hospital bed on social media, expressing disappointment at missing the matches and assuring fans he would watch from his iPad. Despite not revealing his health issue, he appeared in good spirits and received well wishes from TNT Sports. While in hospital, Ferdinand publicly criticized a controversial penalty decision in Arsenal's Champions League semi-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, calling it a 'horrendous decision.' The penalty, awarded for a handball but saved by Arsenal's goalkeeper, was a pivotal moment in the match, which ultimately ended Arsenal's Champions League hopes. Ferdinand, a decorated player with six Premier League titles and a Champions League win, has not disclosed when he will return to broadcasting.