Sky Sports News presenter left red-faced after caller pretends to be Shay Given live on air

Rogue caller: A man claiming to be Given was interviewed live on Sky Sports News
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Sam Long28 March 2016

England and Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland is facing Euro 2016 heartache after fracturing his ankle during Saturday's 3-2 victory over Germany.

When news broke about the 23-year-old's plight, Sky Sports News were quick to arrange an interview with Butland's club teammate Shay Given.

The veteran Irishman has been playing second fiddle to Butland at the Britannia Stadium this season and his opinion on the subject would have been interesting to hear.

"How big a blow is this for Jack?" was certainly a solid first question from presenter Tom White once Sky had Given on the phone too.

However, the voice on the other end of the line clearly did not belong to the long-standing Republic of Ireland international.

"It's an absolutely massive blow for Jack," insisted an unknown caller.

"It's an opportunity for myself as well but I'd like to wish him all the best with his injury. Let's see what the future brings," added the Given 'imposter.'

With the wool very much pulled over the broadcaster's eyes, the phone call was hastily ended. Bizarre.

You can hear 'Shay Given' appear on Sky Sports News in the video below:

All jokes aside, Given is indeed in line to deputise for Butland when the Premier League returns following the conclusion of the international break.

The veteran shot-stopper is yet to make an appearance for the Potters in England's top tier but could feature when they host Swansea next Saturday.

He posted a message in support of Butland on his official Twitter account.

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