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The Latest Breaking News from Gary Lineker

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

BBC host takes dig at Gary Lineker during Match of the Day report

A BBC host took a pot shot at Gary Lineker as the broadcaster led its Politics Live coverage on his exit from Match of the Day ...

The National (Scotland)

Watch: Gary Lineker’s Match of the Day highlights as BBC host to step down after 25 years

Gary Lineker's career at the BBC's Match of the Day (MOTD) began in 1999, kick-starting his quarter-century career as the leading face of the Premier League highlights show.

The Independent UK

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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

Gary Lineker: What are his businesses and how much money does he make?

Here the PA news agency looks at the Match Of The Day presenter’s business interests and what he earns.

Evening Standard

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 leaving BBC: His history of charity, free speech and good deeds

From taking refugees into his south London home to his relentless criticism of the Conservative government, Gary Lineker was protected by his own popularity. Now, he’s finally throwing in the towel

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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

Gary Lineker confirms Match of the Day exit after agreeing new BBC contract

The former England captain will remain with the BBC until the summer of 2026

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker to leave Match Of The Day but will host FA Cup coverage in 2025/26

He has hosted Match Of The Day programme since 1999.

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 Independent 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 Guardian - UK

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

The former footballer has hosted the show since 1999

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker’s exit will be ‘big loss’ for BBC, says former boss

Greg Dyke was director-general of the BBC from 2000 to 2004.

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The Independent UK

Gary Lineker’s history of controversial social media posts as he quits the BBC

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

Evening Standard

Controversy over Match Of The Day star Gary Lineker’s top salary

Lineker is the only star paid more than £1 million at the corporation.

FourFourTwo

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

What did Gary Lineker tweet? The Match of the Day host's most controversial tweets as he is set to leave BBC

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

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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

The National (Scotland)

Who could take over as Match of the Day host?

Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the frontrunners to replace Gary Lineker.

The Independent UK

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

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: Leading candidates include Alex Scott, Mark Chapman, and Jason Mohammad, while some readers also suggested the BBC should rethink the show’s format as well as the presenter

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker set to step down as Match of the Day host at end of season

Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the favourites to replace him.

Evening Standard

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