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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 · Nov 12, 2024

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 · Nov 12, 2024

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

The former footballer has hosted the show since 1999

The Independent UK · 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

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 National (Scotland) · Nov 12, 2024

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

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2024

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 · Nov 12, 2024