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Wasn’t meant to end this way – Gary Lineker departs with joke about social post

Lineker presented his final Match of the Day following controversy over him sharing a post about Zionism which featured an emoji of a rat.

The Independent UK · May 25, 2025

Gary Lineker tells Match of the Day viewers ‘it wasn’t meant to end this way’ as he presents final show

Gary Lineker made his final appearance on Match of the Day this Sunday (25 May), ending over two decades as host.

The Independent UK · May 25, 2025

Gary Lineker’s final Match Of The Day opening: ‘It wasn’t meant to end this way’

The former England striker confirmed this week that he would be leaving the corporation following controversy over a social media post.

Evening Standard · May 25, 2025

Gary Lineker was once my rival. I feel no shame in saying I was beaten by the best

Through dedication and sheer graft, the football legend transformed himself from a hopeless presenter into an elite one. It’s unlikely we will ever see that happen again, writes Adrian Chiles

The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025

Graduation Trip Turns Tragic as Hannah Smith Fights for Life

What was meant to be a joyful celebration turned into an unimaginable nightmare for 22-year-old Hannah Smith, a gifted graduate from Miles College, Alabama.

The Fashion Central · May 21, 2025

Gary Lineker’s football podcast to leave BBC Sounds after social media row

Lineker has apologised ‘unreservedly’ for the ‘hurt and upset caused’ after he shared a social media post about Zionism.

Evening Standard · May 21, 2025

Gary Lineker To Cover 2026 World Cup For BBC, But Why Is He Stepping Down From 'Match of The Day'?

His departure from the BBC comes after controversy was made regarding him sharing anti-Semitic content online.

International Business Times UK · May 21, 2025

Met Police assessing Gary Lineker rat emoji social media post

Match of the Day host Lineker deleted controversial Instagram post about Zionism

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025

We couldn’t get more out of that – Novak Djokovic explains Andy Murray break-up

The 24-time Grand Slam champion parted ways with his coach and former opponent Murray last week.

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

All the celebrities and famous faces backing Gary Lineker amid antisemitism row

Alan Shearer, Lord Sugar and rap group Kneecap are among those to have shown their support for Gary Lineker

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025