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'
4 months, 1 week 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 with a salary of £1.35m Lineker hosts The Rest is Football podcast with Alan Shearer, left, and Micah Richards, centre. Despite quitting Match of the Day from next season, Lineker will continue to present the BBC's FA Cup coverage for 2025-26, as well as fronting broadcasting for the 2026 World Cup Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan have previously been touted as among the favourites to succeed Lineker, while Micah Richards and Alex Scott are also in contention The former Tottenham, Barcelona and Leicester footballer's exit was effectively confirmed by his business partner Alastair Campbell, who claimed he would be a 'very hard act to follow'. The favourites to replace Gary Lineker - who is leaving Match of the Day at the end of the season - have been revealed Former Lioness defender Alex Scott is among those who have been tipped to takeover As the BBC look for a shake-up when Lineker leaves, Gabby Logan and Kelly Somers are among those tipped for the job Laura Woods and Eilidh Barbour are also among the high-profile female presenters who could fill the slot Kelly Cates, who fronts Premier League coverage for Sky Sports, is another favourite Match of the Day 2 host Mark Chapman is also one of the front-runners to take over from Lineker Scott, who racked up 140 appearances for England and represented Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympics, is a regular MOTD stand-in when Lineker is away. He is on a regular pundit on Match of the Day and Sky Sports' Premier League coverage, and is part of the trio on Lineker's The Rest is Football podcast alongside Alan Shearer.

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BBC star Gary Lineker defects to rival ITV for new TV show which will see him questioned by autistic interviewers
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Gary Lineker’s Match of the Day replacements unveiled
2 months, 1 week ago

Gary Lineker’s Match of the Day replacements unveiled

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker's Match of the Day replacements confirmed? Mark Chapman teases role for 'next three or four years' alongside two new co-hosts
2 months, 1 week ago

Gary Lineker's Match of the Day replacements confirmed? Mark Chapman teases role for 'next three or four years' alongside two new co-hosts

Daily Mail  

Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan have appeared to confirm the new Match of the Day hosting line-up from next season. In December, Mail Sport exclusively revealed that Kelly Cates, alongside Chapman and Logan, will share hosting duties of the BBC flagship show when Gary Lineker steps down from his current role at the end of the term. Mail sport exclusively …

BBC will not replace Gary Lineker on Sports Personality as all-female presenting line-up announced
4 months ago

BBC will not replace Gary Lineker on Sports Personality as all-female presenting line-up announced

The Telegraph  

Gary Lineker’s exit from the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year programme means it will have an all-female presenting line-up for the first time. Regardless of who wins, it’s sure to be a special evening celebrating sporting greatness and I can’t wait to attend my first in the job.” Balding, who anchored the BBC’s Olympics coverage, said: “It’s been a …

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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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
4 months 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, …

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

Independent readers name their top picks to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
4 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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Host with the most
4 months, 1 week ago

Host with the most

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 …

Host with the most
4 months, 1 week ago

Host with the most

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, 1 week 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, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Dumping Gary Lineker is a self-destructive move the BBC will live to regret
4 months, 1 week ago

Dumping Gary Lineker is a self-destructive move the BBC will live to regret

The Independent  

Watching the flagship BBC News at 10 programme on Monday night, 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. Indeed, after he comprehensively outflanked the BBC’s director general last March, when his …

'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, 1 week 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, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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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'
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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The 9 contenders to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
4 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at the end of this season – with BBC departure date set
4 months, 1 week 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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Who should replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? Join The Independent Debate
4 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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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
4 months, 1 week 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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4 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

Gary Lineker has shaped the football conversation for 25 years but his controversies got too much for the BBC, writes IAN HERBERT
4 months, 1 week ago

Gary Lineker has shaped the football conversation for 25 years but his controversies got too much for the BBC, writes IAN HERBERT

Daily Mail  

A chapter of sports broadcasting history began on a Saturday night in early August, 25 years ago, with Gary Lineker’s breezy opening line about his predecessor Des Lynam’s departure. Gary Lineker shapes the conversation around football and brings a deep technical knowledge He has maintained Match of the Day's popularity in an age of digital clips and instant reaction However, …

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
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 …

The lead up to Gary Lineker 'quitting Match of the Day' follows a long history of Twitter own goals and gaffes - from slamming Brexit to backing asylum seekers
4 months, 1 week ago

The lead up to Gary Lineker 'quitting Match of the Day' follows a long history of Twitter own goals and gaffes - from slamming Brexit to backing asylum seekers

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has often found himself in hot water over his outspoken political views and controversial opinions. Gary Lineker will reportedly quit hosting Match of the Day at the end of the season after 26 years, it emerged today Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman was slammed by Lineker over her measures to stop small boats illegally reaching the UK Arguably …

Gary Lineker drops fresh hint over Match of the Day future
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker drops fresh hint over Match of the Day future

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker casts further doubt on Match of the Day future: ‘I have to slow down somewhere’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Gary Lineker casts further doubt on Match of the Day future: ‘I have to slow down somewhere’

The Telegraph  

Gary Lineker has cast further doubt on his BBC future by revealing he could quit Match of the Day to focus on his podcast empire full-time. Lineker said he may refuse to sign a new contract with the corporation to replace the one that expires next year because he was “getting old” and would soon have to “slow down somewhere”. …

Mark Lawrenson reveals his ideal candidate to replace Gary Lineker as the next presenter of Match of the Day
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Mark Lawrenson reveals his ideal candidate to replace Gary Lineker as the next presenter of Match of the Day

Daily Mail  

Mark Lawrenson has revealed who he believes should replace Gary Lineker as the next presenter of Match of the Day. Former Liverpool star Lawrenson worked alongside Lineker as a pundit on Match of the Day for many years and left the BBC in 2022 after being told that his contract wouldn't be renewed. Mark Lawrenson has given his verdict on …

Alan Shearer set to sign new Match of The Day contract - hinting fellow pundit Gary Lineker could also stay on BBC programme
5 months, 1 week 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
5 months, 2 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 says BBC contract talks ‘just started’ after Match of the Day future put into doubt
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Gary Lineker says BBC contract talks ‘just started’ after Match of the Day future put into doubt

The Telegraph  

Gary Lineker has broken his silence on his Match of the Day contract talks after his future on the programme was thrown into doubt. Lineker said negotiations with the BBC had “just started” following the reported leaking of an email quoting the corporation’s director-general confirming the departure of its highest-paid presenter. The email sparked major speculation that Saturday would be …

‘It’s my final show’: Lineker jokes on air about future on Match of the Day
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘It’s my final show’: Lineker jokes on air about future on Match of the Day

The Telegraph  

Gary Lineker joked he was hosting his final Match Of The Day show on Saturday amid speculation over his future on the programme. The 63-year-old introduced this week’s edition of the BBC’s flagship football highlights show saying: “Hello. Seven games on the way and it’s my final show.” After pausing, he added: “Before the international break.” There will be no …

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, 2 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 …

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
6 months, 1 week 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 …

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
6 months, 3 weeks 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
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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'
7 months 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 …

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

Is this the beginning of the end for Gary Lineker at the BBC? £1.35m-a-year presenter is SNUBBED for Gabby Logan to front new Champions League highlights show - with just 12 months left on his Match o
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Is this the beginning of the end for Gary Lineker at the BBC? £1.35m-a-year presenter is SNUBBED for Gabby Logan to front new Champions League highlights show - with just 12 months left on his Match o

Daily Mail  

LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off! Gary Lineker was favourite to host the show, but has reportedly been snubbed Gary Lineker has reportedly been snubbed from presenting the BBC's new Champions League highlights programme next season, bringing into question his future on Match of the Day. Gary Lineker reportedly won't host the BBC's new Champions League highlights programme The BBC …

Gary Lineker is set for a new contract as the BBC look to tie down £1.35m-a-year Match of the Day host... just eight months after highest paid star was suspended over migrants Tweet
1 year, 4 months ago

Gary Lineker is set for a new contract as the BBC look to tie down £1.35m-a-year Match of the Day host... just eight months after highest paid star was suspended over migrants Tweet

Daily Mail  

The BBC are preparing to open contract talks with Gary Lineker next month, once their successful bid for four more years of Premier League highlights is confirmed. Mail Sport revealed last week that the BBC will keep showing Match of the Day until 2029 with their free-to-air rivals ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 not entering the Premier League rights …

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  

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 …

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