Article 6XC9B Gary Lineker ‘to leave the BBC this week’ after antisemitism row

Gary Lineker ‘to leave the BBC this week’ after antisemitism row

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Donna Ferguson
from World news | The Guardian on (#6XC9B)

Presenter expected to host his last Match of the Day on Sunday and will not front 2026 World Cup coverage

Gary Lineker is expected to announce he is leaving the BBC on Monday after apologising for amplifying online material with antisemitic connotations, the Guardian understands.

The Match of the Day host will reportedly not present the 2026 World Cup or next season's FA Cup after bowing out by mutual agreement" with the broadcaster.

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