Gary Lineker to depart Match Of The Day following the conclusion of the Premier League season

The sports broadcaster and former professional footballer has been the familiar face of the iconic BBC show for 25 years. However, there has been growing speculation about his future with the program in recent months.

Lineker is now expected to relinquish his role as the show’s presenter at the end of the Premier League season next may, as reported by the Sun. The decision is expected to be officially announced by the BBC on Tuesday.

However, the 63-year-old is expected to remain with the BBC for one further year, anchoring the Corporation’s coverage of the 2025/26 FA Cup as well as the 2026 World Cup that summer.

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