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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Casey Cooper-Fiske

Gary Lineker says he’s ‘allowed an opinion’ after leaving the BBC

Gary Lineker, the veteran football pundit, has spoken candidly about his newfound freedom since departing the BBC, revealing he is "not treading on so many eggshells these days" as he prepares for a major new venture with Netflix.

The 65-year-old stepped down from his long-standing role as presenter of Match Of The Day in May last year, concluding a 26-year tenure.

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