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Match of the Day presenter odds: Chapman 2/1 favourite to take over from Lineker

We take a look at the next Match of the Day host odds following confirmation of Gary Lineker’s departure from the show

The Independent UK

Legendary Coach Gerry Faust Passes Away At 89

Gerry Faust, former Notre Dame football coach, passed away at 89. Known for success at Notre Dame and Akron, Faust also excelled as a high school coach.

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Celtic vs Chelsea prediction: All eyes on Guro Reiten impact at Celtic Park

Follow our football betting tips as Chelsea travel to Celtic in the Champions League on Wednesday

The Independent UK

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Israeli fans 'welcome' at France-Israel clash, French Europe minister says

Israeli footballers and supporters "are welcome" at the France v Israel Nations League match on Thursday at the Stade de France in Paris, said French Europe minister on Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

Gerry Faust, the former head football coach at Notre Dame, has died at 89

Gerry Faust, the gravel-voiced Cincinnati high school coach who lived a dream by becoming the coach at Notre Dame, has died

The Independent UK

Inside Gary Lineker’s Goalhanger podcast empire as host ends Match of the Day tenure

As Lineker prepares for life away from the BBC, his podcast empire is proving their is life away from football

The Independent UK

Georgia man accused of selling $1m worth of fake college football and concert tickets

Matthew Timothy Neet allegedly conned over 30 victims across the state into handing over $1.3m in exchange for University of Georgia football tickets, concert tickets and real estate – none of which actually existed

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Steelers art of ‘boring’ football translates to winning football

The Pittsburgh Steelers have perfected the art of “boring football”—and it’s paying off.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Fantasy Football: 12 running backs to target on the waiver wire

USA Today Sports Media Group

Tell us your favourite Gary Lineker moments on Match of the Day

We would like to hear your highlights from Gary Linker’s tenure on the football highlights programme

The Guardian - UK

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

For better or worse, Lineker came to represent the BBC in the eyes of many and is a broadcasting titan but his departure was eventually inevitable

The Independent UK

Georgia Bulldogs drop in ESPN’s Football Power Index

The Georgia Bulldogs drop in ESPN's Football Power Index rankings after their 28-10 loss to the Ole Miss Rebels.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Jeremiah Smith earns eye-popping grade from PFF for Week 11 play

Jeremiah Smith, who set the Ohio State football record for freshman touchdowns Saturday, had the highest PFF grade of any true freshman.

USA Today Sports Media Group

BBC Confirm Gary Lineker Will Leave Match of the Day At End Of Season

The BBC have officially confirmed that Gary Lineker will step down from his role on Match of the Day at the end of the football season.

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Evening Standard

Amsterdam violence: Five more arrests over attacks on Israeli football fans after Ajax-Maccabi match

A total of 68 people have now been arrested over the attacks

The Independent UK

BBC confirms exit of ‘world-class’ Gary Lineker from Match of the Day

The former striker will depart the programme at the end of the 2024/25 season

The Guardian - UK

BBC begins search for Gary Lineker’s replacement as Match of the Day host

Corporation says presenter will quit highlights programme at end of 2024-25 season but will cover 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

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

The former footballer has hosted the show since 1999

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Who is Mark Chapman?

Mark Chapman is one of the leading candidates to replace Gary Lineker as the presenter of Match of the Day

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker’s history of controversial tweets as top-earning BBC presenter

The former football and TV star has been at the forefront of a number of controversies regarding his use of social media.

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker leaves Match of the Day LIVE: BBC ‘agree podcast deal’ with host as MOTD exit announced

Lineker is stepping down as Match of the Day host at the end of the season after 25 years at the helm before leaving the BBC entirely in 2026

Evening Standard

Who could host Match Of The Day after Gary Lineker?

The former England forward has anchored the popular BBC show since 1999.

The Independent UK

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

IN FOCUS: Gary Lineker is leaving ‘MOTD’ at the end of this season, after a glittering 25-year tenure as the host of the BBC’s flagship football show. Nick Hilton looks back at the pundit’s highs and lows, from predatory striker to top broadcaster and media mogul

Evening Standard

Anger in Argentina as social media influencer starts top-flight football match

Argentina football legend Juan Sebastian Veron said the stunt showed “a total lack of respect for football and footballers”

The Guardian - UK

Explosion of interest in sticker albums shows huge potential for women’s football

Fans of the women’s game have had to wait for merchandise such as collectable stickers and demand is intense as a result

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