Former Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling has cautioned the BBC against chasing younger audiences after the broadcaster was asked about replacing Gary Lineker on Match of the Day. Speaking to The Telegraph, Stelling dismissed the pursuit of younger demographics through social media influencers and younger presenters as "forlorn". Jeff Stelling does not agree with BBC's decision to go younger PAWhen asked about potentially presenting Match of the Day himself, Stelling was unequivocal in his response. "No, no, we old white blokes have had our day in the sun," he told The Telegraph. Gary Lineker will step down from his role on MOTD at the end of the season Reuters

Source: BBC November 20, 2024 12:45 UTC