Gary Lineker, the long-time host of Match of the Day, officially announced his departure from the BBC. In a video shared on his Instagram account, Lineker revealed that he will be presenting his final episode of the popular sports programme on Sunday. It was widely anticipated that Lineker would continue to front the BBC’s coverage of major football events such as the FA Cup and the World Cup.
His decision to leave the BBC comes in the wake of controversy surrounding a social media post he made about Zionism. The post included an illustration of a rat, a symbol that has been historically used as an antisemitic insult. This sparked renewed criticism of Lineker, prompting his departure from the network. Despite the backlash, Lineker expressed gratitude for his time at the BBC, where he has worked for over two decades.
Throughout his tenure at the BBC, Lineker has become a household name as a former England men’s football international-turned TV presenter. He described his experience as both a “pleasure and a huge privilege”, emphasizing that presenting Match of the Day has been a significant part of his life. As Lineker prepares to bid farewell to the programme, fans and colleagues alike are celebrating his contributions to sports broadcasting
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