The Latest Breaking News from Gary Lineker

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 · Nov 12, 2024

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 · Nov 12, 2024

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 · Nov 12, 2024

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

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2024

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.

Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2024

Who is Mark Chapman?

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

FourFourTwo · Nov 12, 2024

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

Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2024

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

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2024

Who could host Match Of The Day after Gary Lineker?

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

Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2024

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 Independent UK · Nov 12, 2024