US EditionGary Lineker Forced to Quit BBC After Recent Controversy and It Has C…
- Gary Lineker, 64, announced his early departure from BBC's Match of the Day in 2025 after a controversy over his social media posts.
- The departure followed criticism from BBC bosses about Lineker's repeated postings on Gaza, culminating in an incident involving a mistakenly shared video with a rat emoji.
- Lineker had been temporarily suspended in March 2023 after criticizing government asylum policy, and BBC leadership deemed his position untenable amid concerns about impartiality.
- He issued an unreserved apology for the controversial video, but pressure grew from groups like the Campaign Against Antisemitism and political figures, with Downing Street calling the post 'completely unacceptable.'
- Lineker’s exit after 26 years at the BBC reflects ongoing tensions over neutrality and reputational risk, as his presenting role is now shared by multiple successors starting the next Premier League season.
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