Revealed: 'New frontrunner emerges to succeed Gary Lineker on Match of the Day' after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by BBC over inappropriate workplace behaviour allegations
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: 'New frontrunner emerges to succeed Gary Lineker on Match of the Day' after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by BBC over inappropriate workplace behaviour allegations

Daily Mail  

A new favourite to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host has emerged after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC last month. A new favourite to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host has emerged Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate workplace behaviour allegations According to The Times, Mark Chapman is now the frontrunner to replace Lineker as the new presenter of the iconic programme. Chapman has landed the role of lead presenter for BBC's new Champions League highlights show, with the 50-year-old set to start his new role next week. Mark Chapman is now reportedly the frontrunner to replace Lineker as the lead presenter Chapman has worked on various other programmes including Final Score and The NFL Show si.

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Kelly Cates: Replacing Gary Lineker is a self-destructive move the BBC will live to regret
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Kelly Cates: Replacing Gary Lineker is a self-destructive move the BBC will live to regret

The Independent  

Watching the flagship BBC News at 10 programme last month, you might have been forgiven for thinking all was well in the world – that Gaza was no longer a killing field, that Ukraine was safe from Putin, that the planet had started to cool down. A month on, focus has once again returned to the future of Match of …

Kelly Cates ‘revealed’ as Match of the Day host after Gary Lineker’s BBC exit
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Kelly Cates ‘revealed’ as Match of the Day host after Gary Lineker’s BBC exit

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. According to reports, Kelly Cates will leave Sky Sports to join the BBC series, and …

BBC presenter reacts to pleas for him to succeed Gary Lineker on Match of the Day - as broadcaster's hunt for a new host rumbles on
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BBC presenter reacts to pleas for him to succeed Gary Lineker on Match of the Day - as broadcaster's hunt for a new host rumbles on

Daily Mail  

BBC presenter Manish Bhasin has spoken out on the prospect of succeeding Gary Lineker on Match of the Day, after several fans called for him to step in as host. Bhasin, 48, is a sports presenter best known for hosting BBC's The Football League Show, which — much like Match of the Day — showed highlights from across the Championship, …

Independent readers name their top picks to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Independent readers name their top picks to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Reader Matt Allenby suggested: “Surely it’s a job for one of his …

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
1 month, 3 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 …

Who do YOU want to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? MailOnline readers give their verdict in our poll - and there's an overwhelming favourite
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who do YOU want to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? MailOnline readers give their verdict in our poll - and there's an overwhelming favourite

Daily Mail  

MailOnline readers have given their verdict on who they want to replace Gary Lineker on the BBC's flagship football show Match of the Day - and there is a clear frontrunner. 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 …

Gary Lineker breaks social media silence on shock announcement he will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season
Top News
1 month, 3 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
1 month, 3 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 …

Match of the Day 'could be presented by revolving cast of three female hosts and Mark Chapman', as favourite to succeed Gary Lineker 'voices concerns about taking the job'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Match of the Day 'could be presented by revolving cast of three female hosts and Mark Chapman', as favourite to succeed Gary Lineker 'voices concerns about taking the job'

Daily Mail  

Lineker will leave his role as Match of the Day presenter at the end of the season The BBC are reportedly contemplating having a revolving cast of presenters for Match of the Day, instead of replacing Gary Lineker with a sole candidate. On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Lineker would leave the flagship football show at the end of the …

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
1 month, 3 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 …

Match of the Day and BBC will miss Gary Lineker’s urbane presence – the feeling is not mutual
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Match of the Day and BBC will miss Gary Lineker’s urbane presence – the feeling is not mutual

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. Simply Red, Dire Straits, U2 – even “Candle in …

The 9 contenders to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The 9 contenders to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

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. Alex Scott open image in gallery Former Arsenal and …

Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at the end of this season – with BBC departure date set
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gary Lineker will leave Match of the Day …

Gary Lineker Match of the Day exit CONFIRMED: BBC announce host's new contract will see him step down from flagship show as it 'evolves' and saves his new boss 'millions'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gary Lineker Match of the Day exit CONFIRMED: BBC announce host's new contract will see him step down from flagship show as it 'evolves' and saves his new boss 'millions'

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has confirmed he is leaving Match of the Day after 26 years in a 21-word statement. Gary Lineker will no longer present Match of the Day at the end of the season Gary Lineker has quit Match of the Day after 26 years with the BBC's flagship football show The 63-year-old England legend was the BBC's highest-paid presenter …

Who should replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? Join The Independent Debate
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Who should replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? Join The Independent Debate

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The football world is eagerly watching as the …

Who do YOU think should replace Gary Lineker as the next presenter of Match of the Day? Vote in MailOnline's poll as presenter steps down
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Who do YOU think should replace Gary Lineker as the next presenter of Match of the Day? Vote in MailOnline's poll as presenter steps down

Daily Mail  

Tongues are wagging today about who might replace Gary Lineker on the BBC's flagship football show Match of the Day - but who do you want to see in his place? Match of the Day 2 presenter Mark Chapman leads the race, followed by fellow presenter and BBC veteran Gabby Logan and Kelly Cates, daughter of Scottish football legend Kenny …

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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1 month, 4 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
1 month, 4 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 has been spotted for the first time since 'quitting Match of The Day': BBC star seen having intimate meal with family
Top News
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Gary Lineker has been spotted for the first time since 'quitting Match of The Day': BBC star seen having intimate meal with family

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has been spotted for the first time after it emerged that he will be quitting Match of the Day at the end of the season after 26 years. Gary Lineker was spotted going for dinner with his son Angus at Sabor, a tapas restaurant in London Gary Lineker is reportedly set to quit presenting Match of the Day …

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
1 month, 4 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
2 months ago

Gary Lineker drops fresh hint over Match of the Day future

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gary Lineker accepts he will “have to slow …

Alan Shearer set to sign new Match of The Day contract - hinting fellow pundit Gary Lineker could also stay on BBC programme
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Alan Shearer set to sign new Match of The Day contract - hinting fellow pundit Gary Lineker could also stay on BBC programme

Daily Mail  

Former England striker Alan Shearer is set to sign a new Match of The Day contract – giving the biggest hint yet that Gary Lineker will also stay on the programme. But one source said both stars 'basically come as a pair', hinting that Shearer, 54, signs knowing Lineker will stay. Former England striker Alan Shearer is set to sign …

Gary Lineker breaks his silence on his Match of the Day future after swirling rumours of his BBC departure
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week ago

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

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. While Lineker has previously described 41-year-old Jenas as “my …

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
4 months, 2 weeks 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 …

One Show and Match of the Day star Jermaine Jenas sacked by BBC after complaints of ‘unsolicited messages’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

One Show and Match of the Day star Jermaine Jenas sacked by BBC after complaints of ‘unsolicited messages’

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A BBC spokesperson said only: “We can confirm that Jermaine Jenas is …

Odds show clear favourite to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host after Jermaine Jenas is sacked by the BBC for 'inappropriate behaviour'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Odds show clear favourite to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host after Jermaine Jenas is sacked by the BBC for 'inappropriate behaviour'

Daily Mail  

A new favourite to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host has emerged after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC. A new favourite to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day has emerged after Jermaine Jenas was sacked Lineker, who has presented Match of the Day since 1999, sees his contract expire next year Jenas last …

Jermaine Jenas is sacked by the BBC: Ex Premier League footballer who hosts The One Show and is a pundit on Match of the Day is axed from his £190,000 job with immediate effect for 'inappropriate beha
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jermaine Jenas is sacked by the BBC: Ex Premier League footballer who hosts The One Show and is a pundit on Match of the Day is axed from his £190,000 job with immediate effect for 'inappropriate beha

Daily Mail  

Jermaine Jenas has been sacked by the BBC for inappropriate behaviour, the Mail can reveal. The married father of four last presented The One Show alongside Welsh co-host Alex Jones on July 22, interviewing popstar Will Young, and appeared on the Match of The Day panel on May 4. Jermaine Jenas, pictured in Qatar in December, has been sacked by …

Match of the Day contenders to replace Gary Lineker after Jermaine Jenas sacked by BBC
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Match of the Day contenders to replace Gary Lineker after Jermaine Jenas sacked by BBC

The Telegraph  

Jermaine Jenas’s sacking by the BBC has removed one of the leading contenders to succeed Gary Lineker as host of Match of the Day. A huge football fan – her father Terry Yorath was a distinguished player and manager – and has reported extensively on the national sport across various platforms including ITV and the BBC, where she has also …

Gary Lineker responds after ex-Match of The Day host Des Lynam tells him to stick to football
1 year, 5 months ago

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

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 Gary Lineker has brushed off …

Gary Lineker to return as ‘Match of the Day’ host as BBC apologises for disruption
1 year, 9 months 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 …

Gary Lineker’s urgent talks with BBC ‘inching forward’ as schedule chaos continues
1 year, 9 months ago

Gary Lineker’s urgent talks with BBC ‘inching forward’ as schedule chaos continues

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senior sources at the BBC said that talks with the Match of the Day …

BBC reverses Gary Lineker's suspension, will return as 'Match of the Day' presenter
1 year, 9 months ago

BBC reverses Gary Lineker's suspension, will return as 'Match of the Day' presenter

India TV News  

BBC has confirmed that Gary Lineker will return as the presenter of their flagship show 'Match of the Day'. This has ended a stand-off between BBC and Gary Lineker who was suspended for criticising UK government's asylum policy on his Twitter handle. BBC Director General Tim Davie lauded Gary Lineker calling him a valued part of the organisation and also …

Ian Wright boycotts Match of the Day in ‘solidarity’ with Gary Lineker
1 year, 9 months ago

Ian Wright boycotts Match of the Day in ‘solidarity’ with Gary Lineker

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ian Wright and Alan Shearer have announced they …

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