BBC can breathe easier that fallout from Lineker's social media won't land at its door
Monday, 19 May 2025 () Did having a social conscience force Gary Lineker off the BBC? Or was becoming increasingly vocal politically just too problematic?
Gary Lineker to step down from the BBC after sharing social media post on Zionism
The BBC has lost something of a national treasure. Gary Lineker has become almost as well known a broadcaster as he was a football player.
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Gary Lineker departs from his London home, hours after confirming he will leave the BBC following this weekend’s Match of the Day. The presenter apologised for the “hurt and upset caused” following a social media post he shared as his early exit from the BBC was confirmed. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Gary Lineker has confirmed reports he is leaving the BBC after this season's Match Of The Day and will no longer present its World Cup coverage. Sky News
Gary Lineker has confirmed reports he is leaving the BBC after this season's Match Of The Day and will no longer present its World Cup coverage. Sky News
Gary Lineker's exit from the BBC and Match of the Day is now confirmed following his contentious social media post, and the pundit has expressed concerns about... Football.london Also reported by •Daily Star •Wales Online •Leicester Mercury
Gary Lineker has confirmed he is leaving the BBC, with Sunday's Match of the Day set to be his final appearance as presenter of the highlights show Football.london