Gary Liner, one of the most important British football scientists and a former English captain, resigned from the BBC after the controversy of social media, which caused extensive criticism. A 64 -year -old man who hosted the match of the day for more than 25 years will no longer be part of the plans of the FIFA 2026 World Championship.
The decision comes after the lineker apologized for reposting the image on Instagram, which referred to Zionism and included a picture of rats, a symbol historically associated with anti -Semitic propaganda. Although he stated that he never intended to share anything offensive, Lineker recognized the damage caused.
“Gary acknowledged the mistake he made. In accordance with that, we agreed to retreat from another presentation after this season,” said BBC Davie on Monday.
Lineker also issued a personal statement and said, “I would never consciously repost anything anti -Semitic. But I recognize the mistake and upset I have caused and repeat how sorry I am.
Its departure refers to the end of a significant era for the BBC Sport. Once his lecturer with the highest payment, Lineker originally planned to resign from the match this year, but to continue working with the BBC by 2026. This plan has now been shortened.
In recent years, Liner’s political commentary on social media has led to tension with the BBC, following strict instructions for impartiality. In 2023, air was briefly removed after criticizing the immigration policy of the government. He also expressed the opposition to Brexit and publicly supported calls for the second referendum.
Lineker’s influence in the media landscape exceeds the BBC. He is a co -founder of Goalhanger, a successful production company Podcast for a series like the rest, is history and the rest is football. His football heritage remains considerable, with a turbulent career that included points in Leicester City, Everton and Tottenham Hotspur and 80 performances for the English national team.
Now his broadcasting inheritance at the BBC is coming to the end of the controversy.
Published:
Kingshuk Kusari
Published on:
May 19, 2025
