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BBC sporting schedule hit by extra disruption as more presenters pull out

On Saturday morning, Alex Scott said she will not be hosting Football Focus as it ‘doesn’t feel right’.

The Independent UK

Hampden Old Firm clash saw more pyrotechnics taken in than 'any game in Scottish history'

So many flares and rockets were taken into Hampden Stadium on the Viaplay Cup Final clash last month that a specialist company had to be called in to remove the debris.

Glasgow Live

Football Focus and Final Score won't air on BBC today as stars pull out in solidarity with Gary Lineker

Gary Lineker has been stood down from Match of the Day presenting duties by the BBC

Wales Online

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Ian Wright to permanently quit Match of the Day if BBC sack Gary Lineker - "I am gone!"

Football legend Gary Lineker was forced to "step back" from presenting Match of the Day after daring to criticise the government's use of language towards migrants

Daily Mirror

BBC mutes football pundit after asylum row

LONDON: BBC television’s flagship football programme was in meltdown on Saturday after pundits and commentators refused to work in a show of support for presenter Gary Lineker, who was forced to “step back” after accusing the government of using Nazi-era rhetoric.

Bangkok Post

Gary Lineker: BBC boss says he won’t resign as MotD cut to 20 minutes – as it happened

Director general Tim Davie apologises for disruption and says presenter is ‘best in the business’

The Guardian - UK

BBC crisis deepens as flagship shows pulled and clubs abandon Match of the Day in Gary Lineker fallout

5 Live Sport, Football Focus and Final Score pulled as row with sports presenters erupts

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Alex Scott pulls out of Football Focus as BBC crisis over Gary Lineker deepens

Football Focus host Scott said it ‘doesn’t feel right’ to go ahead with the show while Jason Mohammad will not present Final Score

The Independent UK

Football Focus and Final Score axed as BBC Radio 5 Live commentators also stand down

Football Focus will not be airing on the BBC on Saturday after presenter Alex Scott decided to pull out following the broadcaster's decision to suspend Gary Lineker

Daily Mirror

BBC pull Football Focus show after Alex Scott stands down in Gary Lineker support

Football Focus will not be airing on the BBC on Saturday after presenter Alex Scott decided to pull out following the broadcaster's decision to suspend Gary Lineker

Irish Mirror

Some of the best food you can get in Stockport comes in a cup

From award-winning pies to Bolognese in a cup, Stockport County is stepping up its game for half time grub

Manchester Evening News

BBC axes Football Focus as stars refuse to take part in Gary Lineker row

It comes after major changes to Match of the Day set to air on Saturday

Wales Online

Alex Scott PULLS OUT of Football Focus role amid Gary Lineker row as BBC cancel show

The former Arsenal star has held the role since 2021 after replacing Dan Walker but has now made a decision over Saturday’s show with the BBC forced to make scheduling changes amid their row with Match of the Day host Gary Lineker

Daily Mirror

Fatboy Slim pays 'respect' tribute to Gary Lineker during gig as crowd cheer support

Normal Cook flashed up the face of the suspended BBC football pundit Gary Lineker as part of the visual effects in Fatboy Slim's set at the O2 Victoria Warehouse on Friday night

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The Independent UK

‘I’m with Gary’: Fatboy Slim’s support for Gary Lineker met by loud cheers at Manchester gig amid BBC row

Suspended BBC football pundit appeared as part of the visual effects in DJ’s set at Victoria Warehouse show

Daily Record

Gary Lineker 'overwhelmed' by support from Match of the Day colleagues

The broadcaster announced that the England legend would be 'stepping back' from the popular football program on Friday after he "breached guidelines".

The National (Scotland)

Rangers take European inspiration with innovative academy 'Ready' blueprint

READY. The motto of Rangers is a way of life at Ibrox. It is also a challenge.

Daily Mirror

Fans call for "outdated" 3pm blackout rule to be scrapped in investigation over Arsenal anger

SPECIAL REPORT: Last Saturday’s memorable Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth was not shown on television due to English football’s ‘3pm blackout’ rule

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Tony Mowbray sets out what Pierre Ekwah needs to do before he is ready for Sunderland's starting XI

January signing Pierre Ekwah is a major talent but has yet to start a senior game

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh footballer on the day he swapped shirts with superstar Pelé after 5-1 win

Unable to get into the 'Turnbulls Tornadoes' first team at Hibs in the early 1970s, Alex Pringle left Scotland for Florida, where he ended up playing against the likes of Pelé to packed stadiums in the sunshine and for double the money.

Manchester Evening News

Fatboy Slim backs Gary Lineker in Manchester and Liverpool FC's Jurgen Klopp said be considering BBC boycott

Footballers are said to be planning to boycott the BBC during the traditional post-match interview

Daily Record

Scottish authorities 'doing nothing' to stop pyro at football games, ex-cop claims

The SFA, SPFL and Police Scotland already in talks after the fireworks displays at the Celtic Vs Rangers Viaplay Cup final last month.

Daily Record

Scotland's first openly gay footballer calls on fans to tackle homophobia

Zander Murray says largely older fans and online trolls continue to dole out discriminatory abuse.

Wales Online

Man's incredible nine stone weight loss after struggling with anxiety and depression

Andrew Rowley, from Newport, has lost nearly nine stone with the help of a weight loss programme

ABC News

Gary Lineker stood down by BBC as Match of the Day host after furore over asylum-seeker policy tweets

The BBC's famous football program Match of the Day is set to be broadcast without presenters or commentators due to its host being stood down for breaching impartiality guidelines.

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