Triple M takes action over Marty Sheargold's disgraceful Matildas outburst as national coach and stars slam him

Triple M star Marty Sheargold's show did not air in its usual time slot on Wednesday after he was blasted for comments about the Matildas that have been branded un-Australian, sexist and disgusting.

Sheargold's co-hosts Troy Ellis and Will Ralston were also absent as the broadcaster filled the airtime with music and commercials when the program was meant to air at 3pm in NSW and Queensland.

The actor and comedian made the remarks on his radio show on Monday as he reacted to the team's 2-1 loss to the USA at the SheBelieves Cup, which came on the heels of their 4-0 loss to Japan to open the tournament.

Sheargold told listeners 'there's something wrong with the Matildas' before comparing the team to 'Year 10 girls' and asking if superstar striker Sam Kerr and her fiancee Kristie Mewis 'play the same position'.

When his co-hosts tried to continue discussing the SheBelieves Cup, Sheargold jumped in, exclaiming: 'Oh, she believes in what? It better be men.'

The conversation then moved to Australia hosting the women's Asian Cup next year.

Marty Sheargold (pictured) and his co-hosts did not appear on air for Triple M on Wednesday afternoon after he was slammed over his comments on the Matildas

The comedian's comments were branded 'outrageous' by interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni (pictured second from left with his team earlier this week)

Sheargold took aim at Matildas superstar Sam Kerr and her fiancee Kristie Mewis (pictured together) during his shocking outburst

'Oh god. The Asian Cup,' Sheargold said.

'I'd rather hammer a nail through the head of my penis than watch that.

'Got any men's sport?'

His outburst was described as 'outrageous' by interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni, who was part of a chorus of criticism.

Sheargold was also slammed by Federal Sports Minister Annika Wells, Matildas midfielder Clare Wheeler and the players' union, Professional Footballers Australia.

PFA chief executive Beau Busch described the remarks as 'disgusting, pathetic and deeply misogynistic', while Football Australia lashed out at Sheargold's comments in a statement on Wednesday.

'As sporting teams we're used to criticism but sometimes the comments cross the line,' Sermanni said.

'That one certainly did cross the line; it was completely unnecessary and generally outrageous.

The Triple M star compared Matildas players like Mary Fowler (pictured) to 'Year 10 girls'

Austereo, which owns Triple M, has not commented on Sheargold's future

'It's something that from a behavioural perspective is really very disappointing.

'The comments just crossed the line and were basically out of order and very unnecessary.'

Wells branded his comments 'boorish, boring and wrong' while former Matildas star Alex Chidiak wrote that she was 'so sick of this s**t' and Wheeler said, 'Sport is for everyone and these views are for no one.'

Sheargold issued an apology on social media on Wednesday morning, writing: 'Any comedy, including mine, can miss the mark sometimes, and I can see why people may have taken offence to my comments regarding the Matildas. I sincerely apologise.'

Triple M also apologised on social media on Wednesday, writing, 'Marty Sheargold's comments regarding the Matildas made on Triple M Drive on Monday, 24 February do not align with Triple M's views and values, and Triple M remains steadfast in its strong support of all women's and men's sports. We sincerely apologise for any offence or distress caused.'

However, the apologies went over badly with many fans, who blasted the broadcaster for blocking fans from expressing their thoughts on the post.

'Nothing like making an apology and then turning comments off,' one wrote.

'"I can see why people may have taken offence." That's not taking responsibility, that's shifting blame. Taking responsibility would be "My actions/words were offensive and I apologise." That's not an apology, that's a deflection,' added another.

Sheargold's comments sparked a fierce reaction on social media, with many people calling for him to be fired from Triple M.

One commenter on X wrote: 'Disgusting he is a pos and should be sacked.'

'Sorry you took offence at my poor attempt at comedy' is not an apology and it is disgraceful that Marty Sheargold is still employed by @TripleMMelb after his misogynistic rant,' added another.

'His sexist and homophobia shouldn’t be allowed airtime in 2025,' wrote another sports fan who wants Sheargold removed from his job.

'Marty Sheargold, count your days. This is one of the worst things I've heard said on radio in a long time,' added another, who also listed several broadcasting rules she claimed the DJ had breached with his comments.

Sheargold's fellow Triple M presenter, Aussie Olympic swimming great Leisel Jones, broke down in tears live on air on Wednesday as she discussed his comments.

'The comments are so hurtful against women's sport that The Marty Sheargold Show shared. And obviously I've been quite upset all morning, and I was upset when I came in,' Jones said.