Marty Sheargold removed from radio after sexist Matildas comments

Australian radio presenter Marty Sheargold has been taken off air after making derogatory comments about the Matildas, Australia's women's football team, during his show on Triple M. He likened the players to 'year 10 girls' and expressed a strong dislike for watching them play, which drew widespread condemnation from various quarters, including players, former athletes, and sporting organizations. Following the backlash, Sheargold issued a public apology, acknowledging that his comments were offensive and did not align with the values of the Triple M network. Matildas player Alex Chidiac and former athletes Rosie Malone and Libby Trickett criticized Sheargold's remarks, emphasizing the need for respect towards women's sports and calling for greater awareness and support from male athletes. The incident has sparked discussions about sexism in sports media and the portrayal of women's teams. Triple M has announced that a new drive show will be introduced soon, confirming Sheargold's departure from the network.