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EXPLAINED: Kelly cates - The Real Truth

BBC presenting duties to be shared for World Cup – but who will host the final?

Corporation says there are ‘no favourites’ among MOTD hosts Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan

The Guardian - UK

Gabby Logan forced to leave Match of the Day mid-show due to death of her father

Mark Chapman unexpectedly took over mid-show due to a “family emergency”

Evening Standard

Celtic hero Scott Brown calls out 'Rangers' Scotland mix-up

Scott Brown in hysterics as Celtic hero calls out 'Rangers' Scotland mix-up.

The National (Scotland)

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Alan Shearer on Match of the Day post-Lineker: ‘The show is bigger than any individual’

Exclusive: Shearer has opened up on Match of the Day’s new era without former host Lineker

The Independent UK

Mark Chapman opens with quip as Match of the Day begins life after Gary Lineker

Chapman is one of three new presenters on the BBC’s Saturday night highlights show after Lineker left the programme

The Independent UK

Warmth and passion: Chappers ushers in new era for Match of the Day

BBC’s top sports programme in safe hands with Mark Chapman, along with Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan

The Guardian - UK

‘I don’t want to be Gary’: Kelly Cates on Sky, Match of the Day and social media

Presenter on mixing Sky and BBC duties, the benefits of a conversational style and replacing a legend

The Guardian - UK

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Sky Sports announces HUGE new TV show line-up ahead of 2025/26 season

As the new Premier League season begins, the league's lead broadcaster reveals some big developments

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Mark Chapman to host first Match of the Day without Gary Lineker

Chapman will be the first of a three-person presenting line-up to replace Lineker

The Independent UK

Wayne Rooney ‘lands lucrative Match of the Day punditry deal’

The deal will also see Rooney work on the BBC’s 2026 World Cup coverage

The Independent UK

Former Lioness Fara Williams: Image felt like a competition – you had to look a certain way

The retired footballer spoke about her relationship with nutrition and how her menstrual cycle impacted her psychologically on the pitch.

The Independent UK

Who will present BBC’s World Cup coverage without Gary Lineker?

Lineker’s exit from the corporation means he will not return to present the World Cup or FA Cup next year

The Independent UK

Eni Aluko, Ian Wright and a discussion on punditry that took a wrong turn

A wholly disappointing episode has drawn attention away from a legitimate conversation about media coverage

The Guardian - UK

‘I take it as a compliment that I’ve got three replacements, but it’s down to the fact it’s a massive commitment. They’re top presenters and will do a great job’ Gary Lineker offers his verdict on the broadcasters stepping into his Match of the Day shoes

Gary Lineker has given his backing to the trio stepping into his shoes at Match of the Day in an exclusive interview

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Evening Standard

Kenny Dalglish told Kelly Cates he ‘can’t keep a secret’ amid MOTD role rumours

Cates also said she thought the show’s incoming three presenter format ‘works really well’.

The Independent UK

Mark Chapman provides update on newlook Match of the Day

The Match of the Day 2 presenter will replace Gary Lineker in new line-up featuring Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan

FourFourTwo

'I've frightened the life out of myself because across the desk and thought, I have no idea what your name is' Kelly Cates opens up on menopause fears and Qatar prescription panic

Broadcaster Kelly Cates has revealed that she was concerned she had early onset dementia after a bout of menopausal forgetfulness

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'Getting the Match of the Day job was like being pregnant - I've got a really lovely secret, and I can't tell anybody' Kelly Cates excited to take over from Gary Lineker

Experienced presenter Kelly Cates will be part of the trio fronting Match of the Day from next season

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The National (Scotland)

Alison McConnell: Why Celtic and Rangers to Women's Super League is unlikely prospect

The Guardian - UK

Who is Kelly Cates, future co-host of Match of the Day?

The presenter of Premier League games for Sky since 2017 will join BBC stalwarts Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan from next season

The National (Scotland)

Kelly Cates admits secrecy over Match of the Day appointment 'horrendous'

Glasgow-born presenter Kelly Cates says she found “barefaced lying” to her friends “horrendous” as she tried to keep her appointment as one…

Evening Standard

Kelly Cates: Lying to friends about Match Of The Day role was ‘horrendous’

Cates, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman will be the new presenters of the BBC’s flagship football show.

The Independent UK

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan ready to lead new Match of the Day era

The trio will share presenting duties for Match of the Day, Match of the Day 2 and the BBC’s Champions League highlights show.

The Independent UK

New Match of the Day host Kelly Cates says society still 'uncomfortable' with female sport presenters

New Match of the Day host Kelly Cates says society still not fully comfortable with female sport presenters.

The National (Scotland)

Who is Scottish presenter Kelly Cates? All to know about the new MOTD host

Here is everything you need to know about the Scottish presenter taking over from Gary Lineker on BBC Match of the Day.

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