Seems a bit odd that he will stand down after this season but then present the BBC WC coverage in 2026. If both parties couldn't agree to an extra year he shouldn't be doing the WC.Gary Lineker has announced that he will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season, after 25 years as the show's host
They were probably coked off their heads when they discussed it ….Seems a bit odd that he will stand down after this season but then present the BBC WC coverage in 2026. If both parties couldn't agree to an extra year he shouldn't be doing the WC.
Gary Lineker has announced that he will leave Match of the Day at the end of the season, after 25 years as the show's host
Who will replace lineker ?
Roy Keane please![]()
Mark Chapman probably.
Southampton FC have also confirmed they will be leaving Match of the Day at the end of this season.

Southampton FC have also confirmed they will be leaving Match of the Day at the end of this season.
I think Chapman is the most likely
I'd be happy with Gabby Logan too

Perhaps it will be a rotation with all the usual suspects plus a surprise or two.I think Chapman is the most likely
I'd be happy with Gabby Logan too
3x women I imagine. Sorry, that’s OTT, 2x plus 1x bloke for balance.Who will replace lineker ?
Roy Keane please![]()
Can’t help thinking it might be Alex Scott. The BBC have been raising her profile over the last couple of years.I think Chapman is the most likely
I'd be happy with Gabby Logan too
Can’t help thinking it might be Alex Scott. The BBC have been raising her profile over the last couple of years.
Can’t help thinking it might be Alex Scott. The BBC have been raising her profile over the last couple of years.