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Kieran King

Martin Tyler forced to issue apology for on-air comments about Ukraine goalkeeper

Martin Tyler quickly apologised for making a comment towards Ukraine goalkeeper Heorhiy Bushchan during their World Cup qualifying defeat against Wales.

The Sky Sports commentator said the Ukraine stopper would have to 'soldier on' despite hurting his ankle when he tried to punch clear a cross. But Tyler quickly said sorry for his comments live on air as Wales ran out 1-0 winners at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Andriy Yarmolenko's own-goal proved to be the difference as Wales booked their place in the World Cup for the first time in 64 years. Gareth Bale 's free-kick was headed into his own net by the former West Ham United man just before half-time which set Rob Page's side on their way to the tournament in Qatar.

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