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Tom Coleman

Wales v Ukraine 'soldier' commentary gaffe from Martin Tyler prompts live Sky Sports apology as Welsh fans unhappy with Aaron Ramsey comment

Commentator Martin Tyler has apologised for an on-air gaffe while commentating on Sunday's World Cup play-off final between Wales and Ukraine.

The hosts ended their 64-year wait for a World Cup finals appearance with a 1-0 victory at Cardiff City Stadium, against a Ukraine side still feeling the effects of the ongoing Russian invasion back home.

It's a backdrop that saw Tyler land himself in hot water, after saying on Sky Sports Ukrainian goalkeeper Heorhiy Bushchan would 'soldier on' after picking up an apparent ankle problem trying to punch the ball away.

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