Gary Lineker has sensationally quit the BBC and will not front the 2026 World Cup following an antisemitism row that erupted after he shared a social-media post on Instagram about Israel’s special military operation in Gaza featuring a drawing of a rat. The Sunhas more.
The former Leicester City and England striker is bowing out by mutual agreement after 26 years with his final Match of the Day this Sunday. …
Gary agreed to leave the BBC for good after meeting bosses last week – with a source saying he realised his position was untenable.
The ex-Tottenham, Everton and Leicester City striker steps back after 26 years with the broadcaster, where he was its highest-paid presenter on £1.35 million a year.
His final years as MOTD host have been marred by his outspoken views and fallouts with bosses.
He is now likely to focus on his successful Goalhanger Podcasts business.
And those close to the star said his exit means he will be able to speak more freely. …
Last Tuesday, Gary deleted an Instagram story post from the group Palestine Lobby after he had shared it with his 1.2 million followers.
The re-post led to widespread calls for the BBC to drop Gary and the charity Campaign Against Antisemitism said it was submitting a complaint to the corporation. …
Six months later the BBC published rules for its presenters which said they would be “allowed to express views on issues and policies but stop short of political campaigning”.
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