Gary Lineker explains Match of Day exit

Gary Lineker explains Match of the Day exit: ‘I’ve had a lot of chaos’
Gary Lineker said hosting Match Of The Day for more than two decades has been “an absolute joy and privilege”, but that it is “the right time” for him to exit and “someone else to take the helm” as the BBC looks to make changes to the programme.
Why Is Gary Lineker Leaving BBC’s Match of the Day?
Gary Lineker, the well-known face of Match of the Day for decades, has announced his departure from the BBC’s show. While he’s set to remain with the BBC in other roles, fans are left curious about what happened.
Gary Lineker reveals why it was ‘right time’ to leave Match of the Day
Gary Lineker has revealed why it was “the right time” for him to leave Match of the Day, as he prepares to leave after 25 years. “I think [with] the next [highlights] contract, they’re looking to do Match of the Day slightly differently”,
NI has the perfect MOTD replacement for smug Gary Lineker
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What Gary Lineker’s Match of the Day departure tells us about personalities in UK and US sports broadcasting
Sports media stories aren’t often mainstream news in the UK, but Gary Lineker stepping down from one of the most iconic shows on British television is making headlines.
Gary Lineker was really good on Match of the Day – best of luck to whoever has to replace him
Long-time host Lineker's departure from Match Of The Day when this season ends in May has now been confirmed by the BBC
The Contenders To Succeed Gary Lineker On Iconic BBC Premier League Show ‘Match Of The Day’
The BBC has confirmed that Gary Lineker will step down as the presenter of 'Match of the Day' at the end of the season. Here's who could replace him.
Gary Lineker to Leave ‘Match of the Day’ at End of Season, Extends BBC Contract to 2026 World Cup
Gary Lineker is departing 'Match of the Day,' but has extended his contract with the broadcaster through the 2026 World Cup.
Gary Lineker leaving Match of the Day at end of season, will host BBC’s 2026 World Cup coverage
Gary Lineker will stand down as host of the BBC’s flagship football show Match of the Day at the end of the season. Lineker, 63, has hosted the programme, which predominantly shows Premier League highlights on Saturday nights,
Lineker: It is 'right time' to leave Match of the Day
The host says it "makes sense for someone else to take the helm" of the long-running football show.
Gary Lineker makes feelings clear on Match of the Day replacement style
England legend Gary Lineker will step down as the main presenter of 'Match of the Day' next summer - after 25 years at the helm - and is yet to find out who will replace him
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Gary Lineker leaving BBC: His history of charity, free speech and good deeds
From taking refugees into his south London home to his relentless criticism of the Conservative government, Gary Lineker was protected by his own popularity. Now, he’s finally throwing in the ...
Gary Lineker steps down as Sports Personality host
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Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer disagree over Arsenal and Liverpool issue key to title race
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have debated whether Arsenal or Liverpool have the best centre-back partnership in the ...
BBC launch reality series for new football expert days after Gary Lineker’s MOTD exit
BBC are on the hunt for new talent in the football field and have launched a reality series to discover fresh presenters.