Gary Lineker has been left "overwhelmed" after his Match of the Day colleagues decided to boycott Saturday night's broadcast in a show of solidarity after he was suspended from his presenting role by the BBC, it has been revealed.
The BBC announced on Friday that the 62-year-old would be 'stepping back' from his hosting duties after he "breached guidelines" by describing the government's new Migration Bill as "beyond awful" on social media.
However, the broadcaster's decision, which was not agreed upon amicably with Lineker, has prompted a major backlash from fans and his Match of the Day colleagues. Show regulars Ian Wright and Alan Shearer announced they would not be taking part in this weekend's broadcast - and plenty of others, including potential stand-in hosts and commentators, have since followed suit.
