5 h. ago Gary Lineker 'in talks over new TV job' which could see him return to screens NEXT MONTH after the BBC axed him

Gary Lineker is reportedly in talks with another broadcaster which could see the presenter return to TV next month, after he was axed by the BBC amid an antisemitism row.

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7 h. ago Podcasts, ITV, Fox? Gary Lineker transfer speculation swirls after BBC exit

Outgoing Match of the Day host poised to embrace role of media disruptor during Club World Cup but may not suit move to a traditional BBC rivalIt is a scenario straight from the footballing world. A public falling out, leading to a star player becoming a free agent. From the moment Gary Lineker’s hastened departure from the BBC was announced this week, after he apologised for amplifying a social media post with antisemitic connotations, speculation began over his next move. In truth, however, the 64-year-old had already been thinking about his plans beyond the broadcaster.This week, industry insiders have been wondering whether the BBC’s highest-paid presenter could be the subject of an audacious bid by a rival or be sought after by an overseas network. But Lineker could be working closely with another broadcaster as soon as this summer. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Gary Lineker 'won't miss Match of the Day' as he quits BBC after antisemitism row

Match of the Day host and football legend Gary Lineker apologised for sharing a social media post which included a rat emoji, historically used as an antisemitic insult

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3 d. ago 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

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3 d. ago Gary Lineker 'wasn't speaking from the heart' in BBC apology claims body language expert

A body language expert has analysed Gary Lineker's apology on social media after he announced he was leaving the BBC on Monday morning after an antisemitism row

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker 'was right to apologise' Downing Street say amid star's early BBC exit

Downing Street has commented after Gary Lineker apologised for his actions and announced he is leaving his BBC presenting role early following huge backlash over his social media posts

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4 d. ago The golden boy...who has finally been shown a red card: How Gary Lineker went from England star, face of Walkers crisps and MOTD host to being axed after antisemitism row

Aside from his footballing career and hosting Match of the Day for 26 years, Gary Lineker is also known for fronting Walkers crisps commercials having originally signed a £200,000 deal in 1994.

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker tipped to make shock move to BBC rival after controversial exit

Gary Lineker announced his early departure from the BBC on Monday amid an antisemitism storm and the former England striker is already being tipped to join ITV for next summer's World Cup

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4 d. ago Grinning Gary Lineker seen for first time since confirming end of BBC career

Gary Lineker has been pictured for the first time since announcing his shock departure from the BBC after being left with little choice but to step down

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker dealt extra blow after early BBC exit in antisemitism row

Gary Lineker has reportedly been dealt an extra blow following his exit from the BBC, ahead of him hosting his final episode of Match of the Day this weekend

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker pictured for first time since announcing BBC exit in emotional statement

Gary Lineker was set to host FA Cup and World Cup coverage for the BBC beyond this season, but the presenter has now stepped down from his duties entirely amid a backlash over a controversial social media post

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker's love life from crush embarrassment to friendship with ex

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker has announced he is stepping down from his role after 26 years with the broadcaster after posting a pro-Palestine post on his Instagram profile last week

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker statement and apology in full as MOTD host quits BBC after antisemitism row

Gary Lineker has issued an apology have his BBC exit was confirmed and claims now is the right time for him and the organisation to go their separate ways ahead of his final Match of the Day show

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker's statement as his BBC exit is confirmed after antisemitism row

Gary Lineker will leave the BBC after this weekend’s Match Of The Day, it has been confirmed. He will not front BBC coverage of the 2026 World Cup, or coverage of the FA Cup next season

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker announces it's over in emotional video apology watched by millions

The presenter has confirmed that he will leave the corporation after this Sunday's episode of Match of the Day

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker to leave BBC this week as he issues statement over antisemitism row

Tim Davie, BBC director-general, said: "Gary has acknowledged the mistake he made. Accordingly, we have agreed he will step back from further presenting after this season."

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker to step down from BBC following antisemitism row

The Match of the Day presented has confirmed he will leave the BBC following the last episode of the show

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker announces BBC exit in statement after antisemitism row

Gary Lineker has announced his BBC exit with his position as Match of the Day host becoming untenable with the corporation following pro-Palestine post on social media resulted in heavy backlash

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker issues statement as he quits BBC after 'error' in antisemitism row

Gary Lineker has released a statement explaining his decision to walk away from the BBC ahead of the next World Cup after the Match of the Day host's antisemitism row

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4 d. ago What really brought Gary Lineker's BBC career crashing down after jibe at replacement

Gary Lineker is expected to announce today that he has quit the BBC and will not be there to host the World Cup, leaving earlier than planned after quitting from Match of the Day

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