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Gary Lineker confirmed that he would leave the BBC after this Sunday match of the day, describing him as a “responsible course of action”.
Former striker in England has faced a football coverage of BBC for over 25 years and, after the weekend he was supposed to deviate from his duties Motd, he should have remained present in covering the FA Cup and led a team of Corporation at the 2026 World Cup.
But after being at the center of controversy in recent years for broadcasting political and social views on social media-what is contrary to the BBC rules on impartiality-the position was again under surveillance after sharing a post on social media on Cionism that included an illustration of war, a historical use of anti-Semitic insults.
I recognize the mistake and upset I caused – Lineker
Lineker removed the post and apologized, but he and BBC confirmed that his departure would now be presented.
He said, “Football was in the heart of my life as long as I remember – and on the field and in the studio.
“I care deeply play and the job I did with the BBC for many years.
“As I said, I would never consciously re -publish anything anti -Semitic – it goes against everything I am in favor.
“However, I recognize the mistake and upset I have caused and repeat how sorry I am. Going back now feels like a responsible course of action.”
Davie welcomes the contribution of the lineker
Tim Davie, CEO of BBC, added: “Gary admitted the mistake he made.
“Accordingly, we agreed that it would be deducted from further presentation after this season.
“Gary was a decisive voice in the football covering of the BBC for more than two decades.
“His passion and knowledge shaped our sports journalism and deserved to be respectful of sports lovers in the UK and beyond.
“We want to thank him for the contribution he gave.”
