Laura Woods congratulated Ally McCoist for being named an OBE on the King’s Honours List. This announcement came during a TV segment where Graeme Souness also received a CBE. The two have a long-standing relationship, and Roy Keane was present during the discussion.
The segment began with Mark Pougatch congratulating Souness, who expressed his joy at the honor. Woods then revealed McCoist’s OBE, to which he jokingly responded that he felt conned by her announcement. He expressed his gratitude and mentioned that his late mother would have been proud of him.
Woods playfully suggested that McCoist might be in line for a knighthood next, adding some humor to the conversation. Despite the disappointment of Scotland’s recent defeat to Germany, McCoist found solace in the recognition he received.
The TV broadcast also featured Karen Carney receiving an OBE and Ian Wright OBE was part of the discussion panel with Souness and Keane. When asked if he would be interested in an honorary award, Keane promptly declined, echoing the sentiments of many of his fellow Irishmen.
Viewers took to social media to express their amusement at Keane’s reaction, with many finding it entertaining and in line with his no-nonsense persona. The segment highlighted the different responses to receiving honors and showcased the diverse perspectives on such recognition.
Overall, the TV segment provided a mix of lighthearted banter, heartfelt gratitude, and candid reactions, making for an engaging and entertaining broadcast. The varying responses to honors demonstrated the different attitudes towards recognition in the world of sports and beyond.