3 h. ago Gary Lineker set for new job talks as TV return outlined next month after BBC exit

Gary Lineker is set to leave the BBC after fronting his final Match of the Day on Sunday, but the veteran broadcaster is in discussions over a potential TV return

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6 h. ago Bennett scores Zimbabwe’s fastest Test century before England regain grip

Only Test, D2: England 565-6d; Zimbabwe 265 & 30-2Stokes shines as England toil before enforcing follow-onThere were a few sideways glances during the first day of Zimbabwe’s first Test match in England for 22 years, followed by calls for cricket’s longest format to adopt a two-division structure. After a flogging like the one their players had just suffered across three sessions, perhaps this was to be expected.But on day two, cheered on by some wonderful pockets of support, the tourists mustered a pushback. First came an improved showing with the ball, England losing three for 67 to declare on 565 for six, followed by something of a fairytale century from opener Brian Bennett. Though bowled out for 265, and closing on 30 for two following on, Zimbabwe had given their hosts a far stiffer outing. Continue reading...

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13 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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64 h. ago Met Police assessing Gary Lineker rat emoji social media post

Match Of The Day host Lineker deleted controversial Instagram update about Zionism

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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 Gary Lineker 'could face police probe' over antisemitic post as he quits BBC

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 MP marks Gary Lineker’s contribution to Match Of The Day in Commons motion

The pundit is leaving the BBC earlier than expected following an unreserved apology for a now-deleted social media post criticised as antisemitic.

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3 d. ago Gary Lineker is publicly backed by Muslim Council of Britain, Kneecap and his ex

Gary Lineker will leave his presenting role at the BBC after Sunday's Match of the Day and will no longer front its coverage of the 2026 World Cup or the FA Cup next season.

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3 d. ago 'I regret not pulling Gary Lineker up on the crass behaviour I witnessed'

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker issued an unreserved apology for a social media video - branded "completely unacceptable" - he shared which led to his early exit from the BBC

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4 d. ago BBC insiders breathe a sigh of relief after loose cannon Gary Lineker is finally given the bullet, writes MIKE KEEGAN

MIKE KEEGAN: From the stifling heat of Mexico's Azteca Stadium to the air conditioning of Match of the Day's Salford studio, Gary Lineker has made a career out of making the right call.

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker's apology as Government response to BBC exit decision speaks volumes

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker will leave his presenting role at the BBC this summer, having initially been set to stay with the broadcaster for next season's FA Cup and the 2026 World Cup after sharing a social media video on Zionism

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4 d. ago DARREN LEWIS: 'Gary Lineker was classy and concise to the bitter end

Gary Lineker is leaving the BBC early after a red card for his latest social media scandal. But when it comes standing up for what you believe in, columnist Darren Lewis believes the BBC could actually learn some valuable lessons from the Match Of The Day host

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker apologises for ‘genuine mistake’ as BBC confirms early exit

Downing Street said Lineker had made a ‘significant contribution’ to the BBC but it was important the broadcaster upholds the ‘highest standards’.

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker receives telling message from Alan Shearer after BBC statement is made

Gary Lineker has confirmed he will leave the BBC at the end of the current football season, with Sunday's episode of Match of the Day to be his final one as host

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4 d. ago 'Gary Lineker's time at the BBC is finally up – he should have gone a long time ago'

Controversial Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker is finally leaving the BBC – but Daily Star writer Adam Cailler believes it should have happened a long time ago

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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 already has another job as final dig at BBC boss emerges

The presenter will leave the corporation this weekend after presenting his final episode of Match of the Day

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4 d. ago Voices: Gary Lineker’s become too big for his boots – and it was time to go

He is a footballing icon and an articulate and passionate presenter, writes Gemma Abbott – but as Lineker blurred the lines between advocacy and impartiality, the BBC’s integrity suffered. His departure was inevitable

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4 d. ago How Gary Lineker went from World Cup golden boot and Match of the Day star to controversial BBC exit

Lineker’s departure comes just days after he is accused of sharing ‘antisemitic’ content on social media with the final Match of the Day this season set for Sunday

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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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