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Gary Lineker, the famed English footballer who has hosted the flagship football programme, Match of the Day, for over two decades, will be stepping down from his position at the end of this season, according to sources at BBC News. The official announcement is expected to be made on Tuesday by the BBC.
The former Tottenham Hotspur striker had been in contract negotiations with the BBC back in October, but it seems that Lineker has decided to part ways with the broadcaster as the current season comes to a close. Fans of the popular football programme will undoubtedly feel the absence of Lineker, who first took up presenting duties on 7 August 1999.
Despite his success and contribution to the programme, the exact reason for his departure remains unknown, as none of the parties involved have provided any detailed explanation to the press. Match of the Day has become a staple for football fans in the UK, regularly airing highlights and discussions on the latest fixtures and team news.
The news of Lineker’s stepping down may come as a surprise to some, but for others, it signals the end of an era. Whether the beloved presenter will continue to be involved in football broadcasting or other endeavours remains to be seen. For now, fans can only speculate as to who will take on his coveted hosting role on Match of the Day
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