Summary
Gary Lineker announced he will stop hosting the BBC's "Match of the Day" after his final episode on Sunday. He shared the news through a video on his Instagram, following controversy over a social media post he made. Lineker has been with the BBC for over 20 years.
Key Facts
- Gary Lineker will leave the BBC's "Match of the Day" after his last episode on Sunday.
- He announced his departure in a video on Instagram.
- Lineker has worked at the BBC for more than 20 years.
- His departure follows criticism over a social media post about Zionism that used a problematic illustration.
- Lineker had been expected to continue presenting the FA Cup and World Cup coverage.
- He described his time at the BBC as a "pleasure and a huge privilege."
- Presenting "Match of the Day" was an important part of his life, according to Lineker.
