Source: Daily_Mail
Richard Keys and Andy Gray in sexist rant against female linesman
Sky Sports presenters Andy Gray and Richard Keys are at the centre of a sexism row after they questioned whether a female assistant referee knew the offside rule during a Premier League match.The commentators, who apparently believed their microphones were switched off, were recorded making disparaging remarks about Sian Massey, 25, before Liverpool's Premier League clash with Wolves on Saturday.They also criticised Apprentice star and West Ham vice-chairman Karren Brady, who had written about sexism in a newspaper column on Saturday.Click here to listen to Keys and Gray attack female linesman Sian Massey Double act: But have Richard Keys and Andy Gray gone too far this time?Commenting on Ms Massey, Mr Keys said: 'Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her.'Mr Gray, a former Scotland striker, replied: 'Can you believe that? A femalelinesman. Women don't know the offside rule.'Mr Keys replied: 'Course they don't.I can guarantee you there will be a big one today. Kenny (Liverpoolmanager Dalglish) will go potty. This isn't the first time, isit? Didn't we have one before?' Later in the exchange, Mr Keys said: 'The game's gone mad. Did you hear charming Karren Brady this morning complaining about sexism? Do me a favour, love.'Ms Brady had said she had 'experienced sexism at its rankest, lies about my personal life and a level of calculated mischief that is simply appalling'. Asked about the pundits' remarks, she said: 'I think this just sums up everything I said in my column.' Criticised: Female linesman Sian Massey and Apprentice star Karren BradyDuring the game, which Liverpool won 3-0, Ms Massey angered Wolves by refusing to rule Raul Meireles offside before he set up Liverpool's first goal. The replay showed that she made the correct decision.When The Mail on Sunday put the transcript to Mr Keys, he said: 'I have no recollection of that. I have no idea what you are talking about. 'My recollection is that I wished the young lady all the best.'When told a recording existed of the conversation, he said: 'If you have a tape then you don't need me to talk to you.'The Mail on Sunday sent a transcript and a copy of the recording to a Sky Sports spokeswoman on Saturday night.She was not able to confirm or deny the veracity of the clip, which was provided to this newspaper by an anonymous source.Mr Gray could not be reached on Saturday night. Listen to Keys and Gray attack female linesmanTorres finds his touch at Wolves to give returning Dalglish first win Van Persie hits hat-trick as Gunners turn on styleMoney well spent as Bent nets winner for Villa Explore more:People: Kenny Dalglish, Karren Brady Places: Liverpool