Gary Lineker Steps Down After 25 Years With Match Of The Day Iconic presenter bids farewell as BBC prepares for new era of football coverageGary Lineker, the iconic face of BBC's Match of the Day, has announced he will step down from his hosting role after 25 illustrious years. Known for his sharp insights and charismatic presence, Lineker has been agile amid numerous changes and controversies throughout his tenure. Since starting his career with Match of the Day back in 1999, Lineker has become synonymous with the show, captivating audiences each Saturday night. Whoever it is should just be themselves.”Garnering consistent viewership numbers, Match of the Day remains one of the BBC's flagship sports programs, and last season attracted over 33 million viewers. Lineker concluded his reflections by stating his intention to remain present within the BBC's football coverage.

Source: Express November 15, 2024 13:29 UTC