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Tearful Gary Lineker signs off from ‘utterly joyous’ Match of the Day

Lineker opened the show with a light-hearted reference to the recent social media controversy which brought forward his departure from the BBC.

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker bids teary goodbye to ‘utterly joyous’ Match Of The Day

He has headed up Match Of The Day since 1999, when he took over from Des Lynam.

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker bids tearful goodbye to Match Of The Day as he thanks fans for 'love and support' - watch

In his final message, Lineker said: ‘It’s been an absolute privilege to host Match Of The Day for a quarter of a century. It’s been utterly joyous.’

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‘It wasn’t meant to end this way’: Lineker signs off from Match of the Day

Presenter bids farewell to famous football highlights show as final whistle blows on his career with BBC

The Guardian - UK

From presenting in his pants to a pornography prank: Gary Lineker’s finest Match of the Day moments

As the ex-footballer and politically outspoken pundit presents his last Match of the Day, we look back at his high points – not least the day he did the show in his undies

The Guardian - UK

Virgil Van Dijk and Pep Guardiola lead Gary Lineker tributes after final Match of the Day

The presenter’s final outing on Match of the Day also marked the end of his 26 years with the BBC

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker opens final Match Of The Day: ‘It wasn’t meant to end this way’

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Heavy rain is expected in places after the driest start to spring since 1956.

Evening Standard

Wasn’t meant to end this way – Gary Lineker departs with joke about social post

Lineker presented his final Match of the Day following controversy over him sharing a post about Zionism which featured an emoji of a rat.

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker tells Match of the Day viewers ‘it wasn’t meant to end this way’ as he presents final show

Gary Lineker made his final appearance on Match of the Day this Sunday (25 May), ending over two decades as host.

The Independent UK

Gary Lineker’s final Match Of The Day opening: ‘It wasn’t meant to end this way’

The former England striker confirmed this week that he would be leaving the corporation following controversy over a social media post.

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker to present last Match Of The Day as he exits BBC

The former England striker has headed the football programme since 1999 where he presents highlights from the day’s Premier League matches.

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker tried and failed to fill the vacuum in the conversation about Gaza

In any sane version of Britain’s public discourse, the departing Match of the Day presenter’s views would have been drowned out by figures of genuine relevance

The Guardian - UK

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 rival

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This goes beyond Gary Lineker. The BBC risks coming apart over the Gaza war

Mistakes have been made by both the star and the corporation. That shouldn’t compromise urgent coverage of the conflict, says Guardian columnist Jane Martinson

The Guardian - UK

Gary Lineker was once my rival. I feel no shame in saying I was beaten by the best

Through dedication and sheer graft, the football legend transformed himself from a hopeless presenter into an elite one. It’s unlikely we will ever see that happen again, writes Adrian Chiles

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Graduation Trip Turns Tragic as Hannah Smith Fights for Life

What was meant to be a joyful celebration turned into an unimaginable nightmare for 22-year-old Hannah Smith, a gifted graduate from Miles College, Alabama.

Evening Standard

Gary Lineker’s football podcast to leave BBC Sounds after social media row

Lineker has apologised ‘unreservedly’ for the ‘hurt and upset caused’ after he shared a social media post about Zionism.

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Gary Lineker To Cover 2026 World Cup For BBC, But Why Is He Stepping Down From 'Match of The Day'?

His departure from the BBC comes after controversy was made regarding him sharing anti-Semitic content online.

Evening Standard

Met Police assessing Gary Lineker rat emoji social media post

Match of the Day host Lineker deleted controversial Instagram post about Zionism

The Independent UK

We couldn’t get more out of that – Novak Djokovic explains Andy Murray break-up

The 24-time Grand Slam champion parted ways with his coach and former opponent Murray last week.

Evening Standard

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

Evening Standard

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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BBC Dumps Gary Lineker After Controversial Tweet Sparks Massive Backlash

Gary Lineker’s long and often controversial run at the BBC has finally come to an end, and despite the official line calling it a mutual parting of ways.

International Business Times UK

Gary Lineker's Instagram Post Explained: Why The Social Media Post Ended His 30-year Career

Gary Lineker is departing BBC early after social media post causes controversy, raising questions about personal opinions and professional impartiality.

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