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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Alan Shearer breaks silence on Match of the Day future after Gary Lineker's emotional BBC exit
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ALAN SHEARER has opened up on Gary Lineker's emotional Match of the Day exit - and his own future on the show. Lineker, 64, signed off from his role as MOTD host after 26 years on Sunday night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Alan Shearer has broken his silence on his Match of the Day future Credit: Getty 2 Gary Lineker signed off on the show for the final time on Sunday after 26 years Credit: BBC The England legend revealed his intention to quit from the Beeb show back in November. But his exit was overshadowed by an antisemitism storm, which saw Lineker step away from the BBC completely. Shearer, 54, made his BBC punditry debut back in 2006 and has worked alongside Lineker ever since. Shearer told The Daily Mail: "He got a really emotional send off on Sunday, and one he deserved. READ MORE ON GARY LINEKER GARY'S GAFFE Gary Lineker reveals Match of the Day blunder he made in last-ever appearance "He's a brilliant broadcaster, and he's a great friend of mine, and we will all miss him." The Toon icon confirmed he will continue to appear on the iconic BBC show. Shearer and Lineker are also set to carry on with their hit podcast The Rest Is Football. They are joined on the popular pod by Micah Richards, another popular Beeb pundit. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Shearer admits Lineker's farewell didn't hit too hard - as they've already recorded two more episodes since. The Newcastle legend continued: "It's different for myself and Micah, because it's not as if we're not ever going to see him again. Gary Lineker reveals Match of the Day blunder he made in last-ever appearance for first time in 26 years "I mean, we've done two recordings of our podcast as well, so we're still going to be sort of working together." Lineker's production company Goalhanger Productions are reportedly in talks with DAZN ahead of the summer. The discussions are based around "launching shows featuring MOTD-style match clips of the Club World Cup." TV insiders also believe Lineker moving to a rival such as ITV or Sky Sports is "highly unlikely." Lineker faced a huge backlash after he re-posted a video earlier this month which criticised Zionism and included an illustration of a rat. I'm sorry that your team was always on last. Time to say goodbye Gary Lineker The Three Lions legend agreed to leave the BBC for good and apologised unreservedly. Lineker was given a seven-minute tribute during his final Match of the Day broadcast Tearing up, he added: "It's been an absolute privilege to host Match of the Day for a quarter of a century. It's been utterly joyous. "I'd like to wish Gabby [Logan], Mark [Chapman], and Kelly [Cates] all the best when they sit in the chair. "The programme is in the best of hands. My final thank you goes to all of you. Thank you for watching. "Thank you for all your love and support over the years. It's been so special. "I'm sorry that your team was always on last. Time to say goodbye."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘It wasn't meant to end this way': Lineker signs off from Match of the Day
Gary Lineker bade farewell to Match of the Day and his career at the BBC on Sunday night in the only appropriate manner: with a montage. There were deep breaths, noises off, the checking of notes. There were tears and celebrations. There was Bobby Robson and Johan Cruyff. There were tributes from colleagues, peers, friends and family and an invitation to 'go gallivanting' from Gazza. 'You don't believe it but you will be missed,' said Pep Guardiola. The 64-year-old largely held it together as he was taken down memory lane and ushered towards the exit door of the BBC's top sports programme after 26 years of hosting. Only a sniffle betrayed his deeper feelings as he signed off for the last time. 'Rather like my football career, everyone else did the hard work and I got the plaudits', he said. 'It's been utterly joyous.' Lineker has often described the opportunity to be a custodian of a programme he himself had grown up watching as 'a privilege'. In truth, the former England captain's stint as presenter dwarfs that of every other host. From David Coleman to Des Lynam, the host of Match of the Day has also been the face of the BBC's sports programming and Lineker continued that tradition, but only his presence has been consistent across an entire generation. After an initial stint as a pundit, Lineker's presenting debut came on 7 August 1999. He introduced himself with a Lynam-esque moment of fourth-wall breaking. 'Hey, tell you what, football's back,' he said, before adding: 'Any good? Did I get the job?' His first match was Chelsea at home to promoted Sunderland, a thrashing led by Gianfranco Zola; his punditry panel Alan Hansen and Trevor Brooking. Twenty-six years later and Lineker saw out his last 90 minutes of action and analysis in the company of Alan Shearer and Micah Richards. Both men are bigger, louder and snappier than their predecessors. They also work with Lineker all week long as part of The Rest Is Football, the hit podcast produced by Lineker's Goalhanger studio. There, their personalities are given looser rein and banter gushes freely. The more mannered versions of the trio on MOTD can seem a little awkward by comparison. Over the years Lineker found a distinctive voice as a broadcaster, conveying his enthusiasm for the game while adopting an avuncular approach to the athletes he was watching. He also indulged his fondness for wordplay and made many deprecating references to the achievements of his career. His boyish looks endured for decades, his ageing betrayed only by his whitening hair. In 2015 he agreed to present MOTD in 'just my undies' if the team he had once played for and always supported, Leicester City, won the Premier League. The Foxes duly pulled off the miracle and Lineker half-honoured his commitment: the white bloomers were more shorts than pants. At that point in his career it was as close to controversy as Lineker had come. The player who never received a yellow card had become the good guy host, even-handed in his observations and gentle in his humour. But his pants pledge came via a post on Twitter and Lineker's social media activity was to change the perception the public had of him. He used Twitter to articulate his personal political views. His support for refugees brought attacks from the press and strangers into his home. Two years ago, criticism of the previous government's language on asylum led to debates over impartiality and a brief suspension, only for Lineker's pundit peers to walk out in solidarity. Scrutiny of Lineker's activity away from the studio has only grown since, at the same time as his independence from the BBC has deepened. The decision that Lineker would begin to step away from his BBC responsibilities was made last autumn, with the promise of a last dance at the men's World Cup next summer. Lineker's decision two weeks ago to repost content relating to the Gaza conflict that contained an antisemitic symbol then put an end to plans for an extended farewell. 'It wasn't meant to end this way,' was how Lineker opened his final show, but there was to be no confessional. Of course it was a set up for a joke. 'With the title race over, the Champions League was all we had left to talk about,' said Lineker as Richards grimaced keenly, but the camera didn't linger. As ever with a show that is edited with military precision, the match action had to be cued up. 'We'll take it in table order,' Lineker said. The show rolled on. There were little chuckles at the prospect of free pints at Shearer's Bar at St James' Park and a recital of law 12 relating to the control of the ball in a goalkeeper's hand. The Chelsea defender Levi Colwill was compared to a 'prime Lineker in the box' by Richards and giggles were had over unrevealed remarks relating to Sunderland made by Shearer in the green room. There was a graphic that got the West Ham manager wrong and Lineker momentarily confused Brighton and Bournemouth. It was all as familiar and as comforting as a warm bath. Then, finally, the plug was pulled.
Scotsman
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
What time is Match of the Day on TV today? BBC schedule
Gary Lineker is set to host Match of the Day for the final time 😥 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Gary Lineker will be presenting Match of the Day for the final time today (May 25). He is set to depart the BBC after this episode. But what time will this historic Match of the Day be on TV? It truly is the end of an era as Gary Lineker prepares to host Match of the Day for the final time. He is set to leave the iconic programme after a quarter of a century. The former England striker has presented the show since 1999 - and many viewers will not be able to remember a time before he fronted it. Lineker announced his departure from MOTD last year and this week confirmed he would be leaving the BBC entirely following this weekend. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Rounding-up the action from the final slate of Premier League games in the 2024/25 season, Match of the Day is set to begin in just a few hours time. Here's all you need to know: When is Gary Lineker leaving Match of the Day? The replacement hosts for Gary Linker on Match of the Day have been announced. Picture:| Getty Images His final appearance as the presenter of the iconic football highlights show will come today (May 25). It brings to an end his 25 year plus era of hosting Match of the Day. Lineker announced he would be leaving at the end of the 2024/25 Premier League season all the way back in late November. The final day of action in the season is set to take place this afternoon - with all the matches kicking-off at the same time. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What time is Match of the Day on TV today? It will be broadcast live on BBC as usual - albeit it a day later than you would normally expect. Match of the Day traditionally airs a main episode on a Saturday and a more condensed one on Sundays featuring the action from that day. However due to the Premier League's final day taking place today (May 25), MOTD has been moved to a Sunday night. It is set to start at 10.30pm on BBC1 and will run until 12.10am tomorrow (May 26). Who is replacing Gary Lineker on Match of the Day? Instead of picking a single replacement for the iconic host, the Beeb has announced a trio of new presenters. Gary Lineker will be succeeded by Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan. They will split hosting duties across Match of the Day, Match of the Day 2 and Match of the Day: Champions League. Earlier this week it was announced that Gary Lineker would be departing the BBC entirely after his exit from MOTD - instead of after the 2026 World Cup. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Who is Gabby Logan's husband Kenny and when did he marry the MOTD presenter?
Kenny Logan's life was turned upside down in 2022 following a shocking diagnosis MATCH OF THEIR DAY Who is Gabby Logan's husband Kenny and when did he marry the MOTD presenter? A POWERHOUSE in broadcasting, Gabby Logan's impressive career from an international gymnast to sports journalist has made her a household name. Off-screen, the new Match of the Day presenter's personal life and marriage to Kenny Logan are a testament to resilience and love - here's what we know about him. 4 Gabby and Kenny Logan married in 2001 after meeting on a night out Credit: Getty Gabby married former Scotland rugby international Kenny Logan in 2001 but their relationship has been fraught with obstacles, which the couple have overcome as a team. Who is Gabby Logan's husband Kenny? Kenny Logan carved out a successful career in rugby, earning respect on and off the pitch. He was born in Stirling, Scotland, and made his debut for Stirling County before moving onto Glasgow and London Wasps, where he became a fan favourite. Kenny earned 70 caps for Scotland between 1992 and 2003, representing his country in two Rugby World Cups. How did Gabby Logan and Kenny meet? Gabby and Kenny Logan's love story began in 1999 at a bar in Fulham, London. Kenny spotted Gabby after recognising her from the TV, and introduced himself. Gabby, who was 25 at the time, had been out celebrating a friend's birthday, but ended up spending the rest of the night with Kenny. She previously said that she felt an immediate connection and told herself "not to screw this up", a promise she has kept to herself to this day. In 2001, they tied the knot but their marriage hasn't been without its hardship. Does Gabby Logan have children with her husband Kenny? The pair welcomed twins, Reuben and Lois, in 2005 after undergoing IVF treatment. Now an adult, Reuben has followed in their dad's footsteps and made his debut for Northampton Saints before representing Scotland at the Under-20 level. Lois is also in the sporting world and is an accomplished showjumper and is preparing to study at Loughborough University. 4 Gabby and Kenny's son Reuben has followed in his dad's footsteps Credit: Refer to Caption What happened to Gabby Logan's husband Kenny? Gabby and Kenny's world was turned upside down when Kenny was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2022. The cancer was detected when he underwent a routine wellness check at the age of 50. Bravely speaking out at the time, Kenny said: "I was actually listening to one of the episodes about menopause about women and their hormones falling off a cliff. "As I was going through this in my head, and I thought 'what about me', 'what is happening to me', and Gabby said that I should go and get checked. "I went to get a wellness check and he said that everything was fine with my hormones but your prostate is high, your PSA is high so you should go and get checked. "I had a biopsy, but this year (2022) on February 7 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer, which was a huge shock." He opted for surgery to remove his prostate and has since said he is "95 percent back to normal". Now cancer-free, Kenny is committed to raising awareness about prostate cancer, urging men to undergo regular PSA tests, especially since early-stage prostate cancer often presents no symptoms. What are Gabby Logan's career highlights? A former international gymnast, she transitioned into media in the early '90s and quickly rose through the ranks at Sky Sports, ITV, and the BBC. Her portfolio includes hosting programmes such as Match of the Day, Final Score, and the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year. She has also covered global events, including the Olympics, World Cups, and the Six Nations. Her work has earned her the Sports Presenter of the Year award four times and an MBE in 2020 for services to sports broadcasting and promoting women in sport. She is also a writer and podcast host, where she tackles topics like midlife and mental health. 4 Gabby and Kenny with their twins Reuben and Lois, who both also work in the sporting world Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Leader Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Match Of The Day fans sad to see Gary Lineker go amid exit
He said fronting the show had been an 'absolute privilege' and 'utterly joyous'. The player-turned-pundit's early departure from the broadcaster follows a social media row after the 64-year-old shared a post about Zionism, which featured a depiction of a rat, historically an antisemitic insult. He presented his final episode alongside fellow pundits, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards, with whom he also hosts podcast The Rest Is Football, which is produced by his company Goalhanger Podcasts. Gary Lineker says goodbye to #MOTD after 25 years. In his final message, Lineker said: 'Rather like my football career, everyone else did all the hard work and I got the plaudits. It's been an absolute privilege to host Match Of The Day for a quarter of a century. 'It's been utterly joyous.' Gabby Logan, Kelly Cates and Mark Chapman will replace the Leicester-born star and share the presenting role on MOTD from the next Premier League season and Lineker wished the trio 'all the very best when they sit in this chair. The programme is in the best of hands.' Lineker is the BBC's highest-paid presenter and issued an unreserved apology as it was confirmed he would leave his presenting role at the BBC early and will no longer front the corporation's coverage of the 2026 World Cup or the FA Cup next season. A post shared by Times Sport (@timessport) He ended his on-air thank you saying: 'And my final thank you goes to all of you. Thank you for watching, thank you for all your love and support over the years. It has been so special, and I am sorry that your team was always on last. Time to say goodbye. Goodbye.' The former Barcelona, Tottenham and Everton striker wiped away tears after being played a video montage which featured messages from pundits past and present including Richards, Shearer and Scottish pundit Alan Hansen, former footballer Danny Murphy and former MOTD pundit, Ian Wright. In the video montage, Shearer said: 'Gary, you've been a great friend. You are a great friend. You've been amazing to me, and you've been unbelievable to Match Of The Day. So whatever you choose to do on Saturdays, good luck, and we'll miss you.' There were also words from Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and former Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri and former team-mates Alan Smith, Paul Gascoigne and Peter Shilton, as well as Lineker's sons George, Harry, Tobias and Angus. They also showed a clip of Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli singing Nessun Dorma at Leicester's title celebrations in 2016, with old footage showing Lineker emotional as he watched the performance. Bocelli was among the people leaving a farewell message for Lineker before he was shown playing out the show. Taking to X, fans of MOTD shared their support for Lineker amid his exit with one saying: "Gary Lineker was the face of football for me growing up. "As a kid being allowed to stay up late to watch Liverpool highlights on Match of the Day was a highlight of the week. "Thank you for 25 years to one of the best to ever do it." A post shared by Gary Lineker (@garylineker) Another shared: "Gary Lineker is a good man. I hope he prospers and has good health for the rest of his days". This person said: "Growing up and watching MOTD every weekend a massive part of that was Gary Lineker. "It won't (be) the same without him #MOTD". Near the end of the episode Lineker quipped: 'It had to be Leicester last', following him appearing on Match Of The Day in just his underpants in August 2016, having stuck to a promise to appear half-naked if Leicester won the Premier League. He wore white and blue Leicester shorts for the first 30 minutes of the show then appeared back on screen fully dressed. Leicester is Lineker's boyhood club and he scored 94 goals in 194 matches for the Foxes. Recommended reading: Gary Lineker to host his final Match Of The Day today amid exit from the BBC Gary Lineker breaks silence on Match of the Day exit and regrets 'damage' to BBC BBC confirms Gary Lineker to step down as MOTD host but will continue presenting During the episode, Liverpool head coach Arne Slot also featured, telling Lineker: 'Thank you for being such a great presenter of a BBC show that I have watched many times when I lived in Holland, and now still. It's great what you did.' The programme was preceded with a montage of Lineker's on-field footballing highlights and an archive clip of him as a presenter saying 'the end of an era' before the regular opening credits and theme tune played. Lineker has presented Match Of The Day since 1999 and has also fronted the BBC's coverage of other major sporting events, including the 2012 London Olympics. He opened the final episode saying: 'It wasn't meant to end this way… but with the title race over and the relegation places confirmed, the Champions League was all we had left to talk about.' Match Of The Day is one of the BBC's top-performing programmes and the corporation retains the rights to continue showing Premier League highlights until the end of the 2028-29 season.
