Gary Lineker's Match of Day job 'battle'

Gary Lineker was really good on Match of the Day – best of luck to whoever has to replace him
Long-time host Lineker's departure from Match Of The Day when this season ends in May has now been confirmed by the BBC
Lineker to stop hosting Match of the Day, BBC confirms
The BBC has confirmed that Match of the Day host Gary Lineker is to step down from the flagship football show at the end of this season, but will host BBC Sport’s coverage of the 2026 World Cup. He will also front the BBC's coverage of the FA Cup 2025/2026.
Mark Chapman makes statement on replacing Gary Lineker on BBC Match of the Day
Mark Chapman has emerged as the favourite to succeed Gary Lineker at the helm of Match of the Day after it was announced the former England striker would be leaving his role at the end of the season
Gary Lineker was forced out as Match of the Day host, suggests BBC media editor
Gary Lineker was forced out as host of Match of the Day after the BBC refused to offer him a new contract to anchor the Premier League highlights show, the broadcaster’s culture and media editor has suggested.
Gary Lineker to Leave BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’
After a 26-year run, the voice of the broadcaster’s popular soccer highlights show will leave at the end of the 2025 season, the network said Tuesday.
Gary Lineker to exit Match of the Day, signs new BBC contract
Gary Lineker will leave the BBC's flagship football show Match of the Day at the end of the season, the broadcaster confirmed on Tuesday.
Next Match of the Day presenter odds: Who is favourite to replace Gary Lineker?
The BBC are on the hunt for the next Match of the Day presenter, with Gary Lineker reportedly stepping down from the role at the end of the season. The sports broadcaster and former professional footballer has been hosting the iconic BBC show for 25 years but will relieve his duties when the Premier League concludes in May next year.
Gary Lineker to Leave ‘Match of the Day’ at End of Season, Extends BBC Contract to 2026 World Cup
Gary Lineker is departing 'Match of the Day,' but has extended his contract with the broadcaster through the 2026 World Cup.
The 9 contenders to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
Gary Lineker has confirmed that he will be stepping down as the host of Match of the Day at the end of the current football season and leaving the BBC completely at the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Gary Lineker's replacement at Match of the Day 'rejects plan' as search goes on
The BBC are on the lookout for a new host of Match of the Day after the Leicester City icon announced he would be stepping down at the end of the season, but they have already suffered a major setback
Gary Lineker was forced out despite wanting to stay as Match of the Day host, suggests BBC editor
Gary Lineker was forced out as host of Match of the Day after the BBC refused to offer him a new contract to anchor the Premier League highlights show, the broadcaster’s culture and media editor has suggested.
Eamonn Holmes takes aim at younger TV presenter rivals in Match of the Day rant
Eamonn Holmes has shared his desire to replace Gary Lineker as the new host of BBC ’s Match of the Day. The former This ...
Match of the Day: Mark Chapman 'doesn't want to share presenter job with co-host'
Mark Chapman 'doesn't want to share presenter job with co-host' - New BBC Sport boss Alex Kay-Jelski wants to freshen up the ...