Gary Lineker: Piers Morgan speaks out in defence of Match of the Day host over ‘ridiculous’ BBC impartiality row
2 years ago

Gary Lineker: Piers Morgan speaks out in defence of Match of the Day host over ‘ridiculous’ BBC impartiality row

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Piers Morgan has shared messages of support for Gary Lineker after the BBC announced that the presenter would be “stepping back” from hosting Match of the Day. “Reminder: everyone currently baying for Lineker’s blood would be saying the complete opposite if he’d tweeted he supports the Govt’s small boats policy.” When one of his followers disagreed with Morgan, stating that the BBC were right to “demand action” given the public funding of the broadcaster and Lineker, the presenter responded: “Gary didn’t say any of it on the BBC, and isn’t even a BBC employee. It’s HIS opinion.” The BBC’s decisions regarding Lineker have sparked backlash throughout the corporation, with both Football Focus and Final Score being pulled from the channel’s schedule at the last minute. Scott had tweeted saying that she would not host Football Focus this week as “it doesn’t feel right for me to go ahead with the show”.

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BBC star Gary Lineker defects to rival ITV for new TV show which will see him questioned by autistic interviewers
1 month ago

BBC star Gary Lineker defects to rival ITV for new TV show which will see him questioned by autistic interviewers

Daily Mail  

He's stayed loyal to the BBC for 25 years, even when he was told to stop taking sides on political issues. The Match Of The Day presenter is the first star to be confirmed for new show Assembly, which will see him questioned by a group of people who are autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning disabled. Mr Lineker, 64, has been …

Piers Morgan reveals why he turned down Rupert Murdoch’s ‘very generous’ job offer
2 months ago

Piers Morgan reveals why he turned down Rupert Murdoch’s ‘very generous’ job offer

The Independent  

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Alan Shearer addresses Gary Lineker exit in unusual opening to Match of the Day
4 months ago

Alan Shearer addresses Gary Lineker exit in unusual opening to Match of the Day

The Independent  

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TNT Sports presenter is named as contender to host Match of the Day to replace Gary Lineker
4 months, 1 week ago

TNT Sports presenter is named as contender to host Match of the Day to replace Gary Lineker

Daily Mail  

TNT Sports presenter Reshmin Chowdhury has quietly emerged as a contender to succeed Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host. The former England striker said hosting Match Of The Day for 25 years was 'an absolute joy and privilege', but that it is 'the right time' for him to exit and 'someone else to take the helm' as the …

Gary Lineker breaks silence over MOTD exit as BBC launches new reality show to find next TikTok football star in bid to win over Gen Z audience
4 months, 1 week ago

Gary Lineker breaks silence over MOTD exit as BBC launches new reality show to find next TikTok football star in bid to win over Gen Z audience

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has broken his silence over his Match of The Day exit as the BBC launched a new reality show on TikTok to find the next football social media star. Lineker, pictured catching a train yesterday, will also step down from Sports Personality of the Year Lineker has become a regular staple on Saturday night television over 25 years …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

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China Daily  

Former England striker Gary Lineker, pictured before the 2022 FA Cup semifinal between Manchester City and Liverpool, is stepping down from his role on the BBC's flagship soccer show Match of the Day. The BBC said Lineker — the broadcaster's highest-paid presenter, earning an annual salary of 1.35 million pounds — would remain at the corporation after both parties "agreed …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

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China Daily  

Former England striker Gary Lineker, pictured before the 2022 FA Cup semifinal between Manchester City and Liverpool, is stepping down from his role on the BBC's flagship soccer show Match of the Day. The BBC said Lineker — the broadcaster's highest-paid presenter, earning an annual salary of 1.35 million pounds — would remain at the corporation after both parties "agreed …

Gary Lineker steps down from another BBC role just days after quitting Match of the Day
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker steps down from another BBC role just days after quitting Match of the Day

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has stepped down from his role as presenter of Sports Personality Of The Year, according to a BBC spokesperson. Lineker will also host BBC Sport's coverage of the FA Cup in the 2025-26 season and continue presenting the Match Of The Day: Top 10 podcast for BBC Sounds, which will also host The Rest Is Football podcast, produced …

Fresh row at the BBC as Mark Chapman 'refuses to share Match of the Day job with female co-presenter' after Gary Lineker's decision to leave the show at the end of the season
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Fresh row at the BBC as Mark Chapman 'refuses to share Match of the Day job with female co-presenter' after Gary Lineker's decision to leave the show at the end of the season

Daily Mail  

The BBC have reportedly delved into further drama amid plans to share the Match of the Day role among multiple presenters following Gary Lineker's exit. Gary Lineker has quit Match of the Day after 26 years with the BBC's flagship football show Match of the Day 2 host Mark Chapman is a front-runner to take over from Lineker However, reports …

Gary Lineker breaks social media silence on shock announcement he will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season
Top News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker breaks social media silence on shock announcement he will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has spoken on social media for the first time about the shock news that he will be leaving Match of the Day at the culmination of the 2024-25 season. Gary Lineker has spoken on social media about leaving Match of the Day for the first time since it was announced The former England striker first started presenting the …

'Gary Lineker can buy his own leaving present!' BBC presenter says staff 'won't be having a whip round' in swipe at star's £1.3m salary after he was axed as host of Match of the Day
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Gary Lineker can buy his own leaving present!' BBC presenter says staff 'won't be having a whip round' in swipe at star's £1.3m salary after he was axed as host of Match of the Day

Daily Mail  

A BBC presenter has delivered a withering parting shot to Gary Lineker after his departure from Match of the Day was confirmed. BBC Politics Live presenter Adam Fleming didn't hold back as he tore into Gary Lineker's salary Lineker is one of the BBC's highest paid stars, earning up to £1.35million last year from his presenting duties Fleming asked the …

Gary Lineker became the face of the BBC – but his exit shows everyone is replaceable
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker became the face of the BBC – but his exit shows everyone is replaceable

The Independent  

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What next for Match of the Day? How axing Gary Lineker paves way for new BBC Sport supremo Alex Kay-Jelski to cuts costs and overhaul show for 'younger audience' as Alex Scott and Gabby Logan lead rac
Top News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What next for Match of the Day? How axing Gary Lineker paves way for new BBC Sport supremo Alex Kay-Jelski to cuts costs and overhaul show for 'younger audience' as Alex Scott and Gabby Logan lead rac

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker's axing from Match of the Day follows claims the boss of BBC Sport is seeking to 'freshen up' the show to appeal to a younger audience - as Gabby Logan and Alex Scott lead a female-dominated list of rivals vying to replace him. Kay-Jelski was also said to be frustrated by Lineker's outspoken political views and foul language …

Gary Lineker's long history of controversies while Match of the Day host: From Brexit and asylum seekers to Nazi Germany jibe and row over breaching BBC advertising rules
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker's long history of controversies while Match of the Day host: From Brexit and asylum seekers to Nazi Germany jibe and row over breaching BBC advertising rules

Daily Mail  

As one of the BBC's highest paid presenters, it is thought that Gary Lineker is held to a higher standard for his conduct both onscreen and online. Lineker appeared on his 'The Rest is Football' podcast where he branded England's performance in their 1-1 Euros draw against Denmark as being 's***' England succumbed to a 1-1 draw against Denmark in …

Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at the end of this season – with BBC departure date set
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at the end of this season – with BBC departure date set

The Independent  

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Revealed: Gary Lineker was 'open' to staying at Match of The Day but his BBC bosses didn't offer him a new contract
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Revealed: Gary Lineker was 'open' to staying at Match of The Day but his BBC bosses didn't offer him a new contract

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker was 'open' to staying on as the £1.35million-a-year host of Match of the Day but the BBC did not offer him a contract, it was revealed today. Gary Lineker is reportedly set to no longer present Match of the Day at the end of the season Gary Lineker was spotted going for dinner with his son Angus at …

Gary Lineker's Match of the Day axeing set to be confirmed TODAY as it emerges that BBC 'DIDN'T offer him a new contract' and business partner Alastair Campbell confirms his exit
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker's Match of the Day axeing set to be confirmed TODAY as it emerges that BBC 'DIDN'T offer him a new contract' and business partner Alastair Campbell confirms his exit

Daily Mail  

Campbell claimed Lineker would be a 'very hard act to follow' in as host Gary Lineker's departure from Match of the Day is expected to be officially announced today, with the BBC star's exit effectively confirmed by his business partner Alastair Campbell. Gary Lineker is reportedly set to quit presenting Match of the Day at the end of the season …

Gary Lineker, TV pundit and former England captain, leaves BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’ 25 years after taking over
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker, TV pundit and former England captain, leaves BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’ 25 years after taking over

The Hindu  

Former England football captain Gary Lineker is set to leave his role presenting the BBC's flagship Match of the Day highlights show at the end of the season, BBC News reported on Monday. In March last year, Lineker was briefly taken off air by bosses after comparing the language used to launch a British government asylum policy to the rhetoric …

Revealed: The favourites to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day presenter - with England legend set to leave iconic BBC show after 26 years at the end of the season
Top News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Revealed: The favourites to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day presenter - with England legend set to leave iconic BBC show after 26 years at the end of the season

Daily Mail  

The favourites to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day presenter have been revealed - including a shock candidate from an unrelated field of expertise. The favourites to replace Gary Lineker - who is leaving Match of the Day at the end of the season - have been revealed Match of the Day 2 host Mark Chapman is the …

Gary Lineker drops fresh hint over Match of the Day future
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Gary Lineker drops fresh hint over Match of the Day future

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker breaks his silence on his Match of the Day future after swirling rumours of his BBC departure
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Gary Lineker breaks his silence on his Match of the Day future after swirling rumours of his BBC departure

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has opened up on his contract situation at the BBC after rumours suggested that his time as host of Match of the Day was coming to an end. Last week, MailOnline revealed that Lineker's future at the show could be in doubt after seeing an email that appeared to show that a statement was being prepared for his …

Gary Lineker pokes fun at rumours over his Match of the Day future with cheeky opening to Saturday's show amid suggestions his time on flagship BBC programme could be ending
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Gary Lineker pokes fun at rumours over his Match of the Day future with cheeky opening to Saturday's show amid suggestions his time on flagship BBC programme could be ending

Daily Mail  

This video is no longer available This video is no longer available Gary Lineker cheekily fooled Match of the Day fans in his opening monologue as rumours continued to swirl that it would be his final appearance on the BBC flagship football show. Gary Lineker cheekily fooled Match of the Day fans in his opening monologue on Saturday MailOnline revealed …

BBC stress Gary Lineker remains under contract until end of the season despite shock email suggesting Saturday will be his final Match of the Day show as host
5 months, 3 weeks ago

BBC stress Gary Lineker remains under contract until end of the season despite shock email suggesting Saturday will be his final Match of the Day show as host

Daily Mail  

The BBC say Gary Lineker is under contract until the end of the season and that they have ‘nothing to announce’ despite the emergence of an email which suggests Saturday will be his final appearance as host of Match of the Day. The message, seen by Mail Sport, purports to be from the broadcaster’s director of sport, Alex Kay-Jelski, and …

Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after 'natural successor' Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate workplace behaviour allegations
7 months ago

Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after 'natural successor' Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate workplace behaviour allegations

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has indicated he is willing to stay on as host of Match of the Day after his 'natural successor' Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC last week. But former Tottenham midfielder Jenas, 41, was dismissed by the BBC over allegations of inappropriate workplace behaviour after a female colleague complained she had received unsolicited messages from the pundit. …

Gary Lineker opens door to Match of the Day extension after Jermaine Jenas scandal
7 months ago

Gary Lineker opens door to Match of the Day extension after Jermaine Jenas scandal

The Independent  

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From Des Lynam to Gary Lineker, Match of the Day has become a national institution - but now its 60th birthday has been overshadowed by the Jermaine Jenas scandal and their balloon is burst
7 months ago

From Des Lynam to Gary Lineker, Match of the Day has become a national institution - but now its 60th birthday has been overshadowed by the Jermaine Jenas scandal and their balloon is burst

Daily Mail  

It is one of the rare programmes whose theme tune can instantly put a smile on the face of generations. BBC's flagship show Match of the Day has developed into a national treasure in the UK From Des Lynam to Gary Lineker, the programme continues to appeal to all generations Match of the Day's 60th birthday has now been overshadowed …

Piers Morgan takes aim at Good Morning Britain as he is snubbed in a post celebrating their '10 best presenters', as he says: 'Did Meghan Markle ask you not to mention me?'
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Piers Morgan takes aim at Good Morning Britain as he is snubbed in a post celebrating their '10 best presenters', as he says: 'Did Meghan Markle ask you not to mention me?'

Daily Mail  

Piers Morgan was left furious after being left out of a celebratory post noting the '10 best presenters' Good Morning Britain has had over the years. The former GMB presenter, 59, took aim at the show after he noticing he had been left off the posting honouring past and present hosts, ranting: 'Did Meghan Markle ask you not to mention …

Gary Lineker praises BBC’s new rules for presenters in wake of impartiality row
1 year, 6 months ago

Gary Lineker praises BBC’s new rules for presenters in wake of impartiality row

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker responds after ex-Match of The Day host Des Lynam tells him to stick to football
1 year, 8 months ago

Gary Lineker responds after ex-Match of The Day host Des Lynam tells him to stick to football

The Independent  

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Piers Morgan defends Holly Willoughby after ‘patronising’ Phillip Schofield speech
1 year, 9 months ago

Piers Morgan defends Holly Willoughby after ‘patronising’ Phillip Schofield speech

The Independent  

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Piers Morgan, Eamonn Holmes and Alison Hammond: Celebrities who weighed in on Phillip Schofield’s scandal
1 year, 9 months ago

Piers Morgan, Eamonn Holmes and Alison Hammond: Celebrities who weighed in on Phillip Schofield’s scandal

The Independent  

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Piers Morgan says Phillip Schofield is ‘heartbroken’ after leaving This Morning
1 year, 10 months ago

Piers Morgan says Phillip Schofield is ‘heartbroken’ after leaving This Morning

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker ‘wasn’t prepared to back down’ over migrants tweet that saw him suspended from Match of the Day
1 year, 11 months ago

Gary Lineker ‘wasn’t prepared to back down’ over migrants tweet that saw him suspended from Match of the Day

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker clears up confusion as he misses Match of the Day again
1 year, 11 months ago

Gary Lineker clears up confusion as he misses Match of the Day again

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker to miss FA Cup coverage as he is ‘silenced by nasty cold’
2 years ago

Gary Lineker to miss FA Cup coverage as he is ‘silenced by nasty cold’

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker cancels appearance on Match Of The Day Live
2 years ago

Gary Lineker cancels appearance on Match Of The Day Live

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker news: Match of the Day star says ‘great to be here’ as he returns to BBC
2 years ago

Gary Lineker news: Match of the Day star says ‘great to be here’ as he returns to BBC

The Independent  

✕ Close Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer return to television after BBC row For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and …

Is Gary Linker still presenting Match of the Day?
2 years ago

Is Gary Linker still presenting Match of the Day?

The Independent  

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Who is presenting Match of the Day tonight?
2 years ago

Who is presenting Match of the Day tonight?

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What did Gary Lineker say that sparked BBC suspension?
2 years ago

What did Gary Lineker say that sparked BBC suspension?

The Independent  

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‘Totally disproportionate’: Gary Lineker discusses small boats row in first TV appearance since BBC suspension
2 years ago

‘Totally disproportionate’: Gary Lineker discusses small boats row in first TV appearance since BBC suspension

The Independent  

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When will Gary Lineker next appear on the BBC?
2 years ago

When will Gary Lineker next appear on the BBC?

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker latest: BBC talks with presenter ‘moving in right direction’ as disruption continues
2 years ago

Gary Lineker latest: BBC talks with presenter ‘moving in right direction’ as disruption continues

The Independent  

✕ Close Downing Street brands Gary Lineker’s criticism of asylum policy ‘unacceptable’ Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from …

Ian Wright says ‘heads have got to roll’ after BBC management caused ‘hot mess’ over Gary Lineker row
2 years ago

Ian Wright says ‘heads have got to roll’ after BBC management caused ‘hot mess’ over Gary Lineker row

The Independent  

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‘Is this acceptable, Elon Musk?’: Gary Lineker after son abused, threatened on Twitter
2 years ago

‘Is this acceptable, Elon Musk?’: Gary Lineker after son abused, threatened on Twitter

Hindustan Times  

Former English football star Gary Lineker revealed on Tuesday his son George was subjected to abuse and received ‘death threat’ on Twitter for taking his side in the BBC controversy. Lineker, who is now a sports presenter with the BBC, took to Twitter to share a screenshot of the ‘threat,’ and asked the microblogging website's owner, Elon Musk, if giving …

Is Gary Lineker taunting BBC with new ‘free speech’ Twitter profile picture?
2 years ago

Is Gary Lineker taunting BBC with new ‘free speech’ Twitter profile picture?

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker questions Elon Musk after son receives abuse on Twitter
2 years ago

Gary Lineker questions Elon Musk after son receives abuse on Twitter

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Gary Lineker calls out Elon Musk after family abused on Twitter during BBC row
2 years ago

Gary Lineker calls out Elon Musk after family abused on Twitter during BBC row

The Independent  

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Piers Morgan SLAMS the BBC for making an 'absolute dog's dinner' of impartiality row
2 years ago

Piers Morgan SLAMS the BBC for making an 'absolute dog's dinner' of impartiality row

Daily Mail  

Piers Morgan has slammed the BBC for their handling of the Gary Lineker row, and suggested they should 'look in the boardroom' for impartiality problems before punishing sports presenters. pic.twitter.com/J9y0o9jy6A — talkSPORT March 13, 2023 The BBC has apologised for disruption caused by Gary Lineker's suspension a Match of the Day host Match of the Day ran at just 20 …

Gary Lineker to return as ‘Match of the Day’ host as BBC apologises for disruption
2 years ago

Gary Lineker to return as ‘Match of the Day’ host as BBC apologises for disruption

The Hindu  

England football legend Gary Lineker said on Monday that he would return to host his flagship ‘Match of the Day’ BBC show after the broadcaster apologised for days of disruption of his sports coverage due to a Twitter post row. The BBC has also announced an independent review into its social media usage guidelines after Lineker’s tweet criticising the government’s …

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