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      Micah Richards suffers awkward Match of the Day wardrobe malfunction as BBC pundit admits ‘I couldn’t move’

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      MICAH RICHARDS has admitted he “couldn’t move” after suffering a wardrobe malfunction.The BBC pundit was on duty on Match of Day with Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer on Saturday night.Micah Richards suffered a wardrobe malfunction while on Match of the DayCredit: BBCHe had to hide a hole in his top while filmingCredit: BBCHowever, Richards was not the most comfortable as he had a problem with his top.The former Manchester City defender had a hole in the garment, which left him unable to move during filming.Speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, he said: “Basically, I went to my dressing room, well, more of a changing room.”I have put on my spray and my gear, and it looks fantastic if I say so.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”As I get to the studio, I see Alan (Shearer) grinning, and he said, ‘You have got a hole in my top’.”I thought he was pulling my leg, and he said, ‘No, I am being serious,’ and I pull it up, and I have a massive hole.”I couldn’t move, I was so self-conscious it was horrible.”Shearer joked that he was like the Marvel superhero, the Incredible Hulk.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLineker admitted that he noticed that the malfunction had an effect on Richards during filming.The former England and Barcelona star insisted that, as a result, the pundit had to reduce his usual mannerisms so as not to reveal the hole. Watch Micah Richards’ hilarious reaction after Arsenal hero David Raya reveals favourite CBS pundit in awkward interviewCity’s horror formManchester City have lost their last four games in all competitionsThis is the first time in Pep Guardiola’s career he has suffered four successive defeats.Tottenham 2-1 Man City – EFL CupBournemouth 2-1 Man City – Premier LeagueSporting Lisbon 4-1 Man City – Champions LeagueBrighton and Hove Albion 2-1 Man City Premier LeagueRichards’ former club Man City are also suffering from problems themselves.The reigning champions have lost four games in a row under Pep Guardiola – the first time in his career.The latest defeat came at the hands of Brighton and Hove Albion at the Amex on Saturday. Erling Haaland had given the visitors the lead before Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley made it a comeback victory for the hosts.The defeat leaves the Citizens 2nd in the Premier League table, five points off the pace of leader Liverpool.Man City have lost their last four games in all competitionsCredit: Reuters More

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      Gary Lineker gives six-word update on Match of the Day future as BBC host, 63, drops fresh quit hint

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      GARY LINEKER has given an update on his Match of the Day future and hinted he could quit the BBC.The 63-year-old has been the Premier League highlight show’s host since 1999.Gary Lineker has given a fresh update on his BBC futureCredit: BBCLineker, who has also presented England World Cup and Euros games, sees his deal with the Beeb expire this summer.He has held talks with chiefs over extending his stay but plans have also been drawn up for his departure.In an interview with Esquire Magazine, Lineker was asked if was stepping down from the Match of the Day hotseat.He replied: “I could do. Whether that will be the case I don’t know. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”At some point, I have to slow down somewhere… I’m getting old.”Lineker is open to staying at the BBC, with The Sun exclusively revealing that he has offered to take a pay cut.The former Leicester, Tottenham and Barcelona striker could sign a new deal for £1million per year, which is £350,000 less than his current salary.Lineker remains relaxed about his contract situation, saying: “There are bigger problems in the world that is for sure.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I’m coming to the end of my contract in the summer, so it is natural at some point to have conversations and they have started.”Pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards are also in discussions over their futures.Should Lineker leave – Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the bookies favourites to fill his boots.Gary Lineker’s BBC pay negotiations More

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      Gary Lineker has ‘ready-made replacement’ already working for BBC if Match of the Day legend decides to quit

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      GARY LINEKER has a “ready-made replacement” working at the BBC should he decide to leave Match of the Day.The former England striker, 63, has presented the flagship football show since 1999 when he succeeded Des Lynman.Gary Lineker has presented Match of the Day for 25 yearsCredit: BBCMark Lawrenson has tipped one current BBC employee to succeed LinekerCredit: AlamyHis contract comes to an end in the summer and it remains to be seen whether he will extend his stay as the frontman for the programme.But Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson, 67, feels the BBC already have a clear No1 candidate to step into Lineker’s shoes should he depart at the end of the season.Lawrenson spent many years as a Match of the Day pundit alongside Lineker and fellow Reds icon Alan Hansen.And he believes Mark Chapman, a regular host of Match of the Day 2, is poised to succeed Lineker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking to Metro courtesy of Free Bets, he said: “I still tune in regularly. It is still a very good programme, full stop.‘I know there is a lot of speculation over Gary at the moment. Would it surprise me if he left at the end of the season? Possibly no.”But he has earned the right to make his own decision, there is no doubt there whatever.”And in Chappers, there is a ready-made replacement if it goes that way. It will be up to Gary.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMark Chapman often presents Match of the Day 2Credit: GettyAlongside his stints on Match of the Day 2, Chapman also presents on BBC Radio 5 Live and Sky Sports.But despite Chapman’s pedigree, Lawrenson insists it will be a tough job should he take the helm on Match of the Day.Gary Lineker’s BBC pay negotiationsHe added: “Replacing Gary, it’s a big role for whoever takes it. Before him, Des [Lynam] and Jimmy Hill did it for years and were wonderful but at the end of it all, your time comes. “But the good thing for Gary is, I think he will decide. I don’t think the BBC will decide. He will decide if he wants to go. He has earned the right to do so. He’s earned the right to leave.”He’s in his 60s now, I’m not sure what else he has going on that could possibly be a substitute for Match Of The Day because when you first leave it feels like someone has chopped your arm off.”But he can do whatever he wants.” More

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      Alan Hansen looks in good spirits as Match of the Day legend, 69, makes rare visit to former club after health scare

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      ALAN HANSEN looked in good spirits as he made a rare visit to one of his former clubs on Saturday.The Match of the Day legend was joined by his older brother John as they watched Partick Thistle take on Airdrieonians.Alan Hansen visited his former club Partick Thistle along with older brother JohnCredit: Tommy Taylor/PTFCThe legendary Match of the Day pundit was presented to fans on the pitch before kick-offCredit: The SunHansen beamed as he was presented with a personalised shirt by his old team at Firhill Stadium.The 69-year-old was in attendance after a health scare in the summer.He was taken seriously ill and hospitalised in June before being allowed to complete his recovery at home.As well as receiving a shirt on Saturday, Hansen also appeared on the pitch, where he was asked how it felt to be back at the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former defender explained: “It feels sensational. It’s great to be here, as I haven’t been here in a long, long time.”I’ve got so many happy memories, in particular with that team in ’76, that team was fantastic.”As soon as you went into the dressing room here, you just laughed and laughed. Thank you very much for having me here.”Hansen spent four years with Partick Thistle before joining Liverpool in 1977.Most read in FootballHansen spent four years with Thistle before joining Liverpool in 1977Credit: PAMeanwhile, his older brother John spent his entire playing career with the Jags.The pair were treated to a win on Saturday as the Scottish Championship side won 2-1 to remain in the top half.Liverpool legend Alan Hansen takes acclaim of fans after recent illness on rare visit to former clubHansen’s return comes after he was also seen in good spirits earlier this month.He was pictured chatting to former Everton winger Alan Irvine whilst popping to the shops.As well as his spell at Thistle, Hansen also spent 14 years with Liverpool through to his retirement in 1991.During his time at Anfield, he won 24 trophies, including three European Cups and eight league titles.Hansen also won 26 caps for Scotland and played at the 1982 World CupCredit: Getty More

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      Gary Lineker reveals two Match of the Day pundits could leave as they enter final stages of BBC contracts

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      GARY LINEKER has revealed two much-loved pundits could be set for Match of the Day exits amid contract talks.The 63-year-old host sees his deal with the BBC expire next year, casting doubt over his future.Gary Lineker has lifted the lid on his BBC futureCredit: BBCAlan Shearer and Micah Richards also see their contracts expireCredit: BBCLineker is in talks over a new contract and The Sun understands it was “business as usual” this weekend despite a leaked Beeb email suggesting plans are being drawn up for his departure.He lifted the lid on his MOTD future on the Rest Is Football podcast before revealing Alan Shearer and Micah Richards are in a similar position.Lineker said: “I’m coming to the end of my contract in the summer, so it is natural at some point to have conversations and they have just started.”All is OK and I believe you two are in a similar predicament.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRichards replied: “What is more concerning is that I am 4-1 to replace you.”Shearer joked: “That is a f***ing massive concern by the way. I’m not signing my new contract if you are a presenter by the way.”But Richards has the support of Lineker, who said: “I would love to see you take over Micah, I think you would be brilliant in the chair.”But with your eyesight you could not read the auto-cue.” Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLineker is open to staying at the BBC, with The Sun exclusively revealing that he has offered to take a pay cut.The ex-England striker could stay for £1million per year, which is £350,000 less than his current salary.Gary Lineker’s BBC pay negotiationsAnd he remains relaxed about his contract situation, saying: “There are bigger problems in the world that is for sure.”Should Lineker quit, Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the bookies favourites to fill his boots. More

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      Gary Lineker reveals who he’d ‘love’ to replace him at MoTD – adding ‘conversations natural’ as contract comes to an end

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      GARY Lineker has revealed who he’d “love” to replace him as Match of The Day host.The long-standing pundit, who’s been in the chair since 1999, opened up about his future on this morning’s episode of the Rest is Football podcast.Gary Lineker said ‘conversations are natural’ ahead of his contract running out next summer. Pictured, the host on Match of The DayCredit: Pixel8000He said he would ‘love’ Micah Richards (right) to replace himCredit: Pixel8000Gary has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenterCredit: Pixel8000Lineker, whose contract is running out next summer, told how “conversations are natural”.The star said that he has just started contract talks – and that Alan Shearer and Micah Richards are in a similar boat.Gary also said Richards was his preferred candidate to replace him in the long run.He said: “It’s been a strange few days as you know. I’m coming to the end of my contract in the summer.Read More Sport”So it’s natural you have to have conversations. They’ve just started. I don’t know why it’s all spiralled out of control but all is OK. “I’m more concerned about my cold. I started not feeling well on my way home. Terrible throat.”Micah replied: “What’s more concerning is I’m 4-1 to replace you!”Laughing, Lineker said: “I’d love to see you take over mate – I think you’d be brilliant in the chair.”Most read in FootballLast night Lineker silenced speculation over his MOTD future by opening the show with a joke.The former England striker, 63, told BBC viewers on Saturday night: “It’s my last show… before the international break.”Reports in the last few days have been circulating online saying that yesterday could have been his final appearance.Lineker is understood to be in talks with BBC executives — and sources have told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.An alleged leaked email also appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for his departure.But the long-running BBC football highlights show opened up with Lineker making a gag about the rumours around his future.He said: “Hello, seven games on the way and it’s my final show…”Before the international break.”The clever joke left pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards laughing as Lineker continued on with the show.An alleged leaked email appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for the former striker’s departure earlier this week.It was said to have included a draft statement for release when the ex-England ace decides to leave.The Beeb has refused to call the email a fake and instead said nothing had been agreed.But the star, 63, is understood to now be in talks with BBC executives over a new Match of the Day deal after sources told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.The veteran presenter could agree to stay on for £1million a year — £350,000 less than his current mega salary.He has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenter.It is believed that Lineker will remain on the show until at least the end of the season.A source told The Sun: “Gary is hugely popular with both fans and players alike.”The sense is that, with so much uncertainty and scandal at the BBC, right now viewers are crying out for a safe pair of hands.“Gary adores the BBC, and loves his job, and recognises what an honour it is to host television’s flagship football show, as well as international games.“Gary has long maintained that the BBC provides excellent value for money – and has quite literally put his money where his mouth is, and offered to take a substantial pay cut.”Lineker was taken off air last year after his tweet compared the language used to launch a government asylum plan to “that used by Germany in the 30s”.Pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer boycotted MOTD in solidarity.Ex-Spurs player Jermaine Jenas, 41, had been reportedly in the running to replace Lineker on the show but was sacked for inappropriately texting two women on The One Show.The bookies are now predicting that either Mark Chapman or Gabby Logan will be the next faces of the late-night football recap show.MotD2 host Chapman and Sports Personality of the Year host Logan are both 5/2 to pick up the reins, according to William Hill.READ MORE SUN STORIESEx-Manchester City defender Micah Richards (4/1) and Lionesses legend Alex Scott (5/1) are also in contention.Other names in the frame include regular pundits Alan Shearer (14/1) and Danny Murphy (25/1).Who’s the favourite to replace Lineker?Mark Chapman – 5/2Gabby Logan – 5/2Micah Richards – 4/1Alex Scott – 5-1Dion Dublin – 6/1Clare Balding – 7/1Jason Mohammad – 10/1Colin Murray – 12/1Eni Aluko – 12/1Alan Shearer – 14/1Kelly Cates – 16/1Eilidh Barbour – 16/1 Source: William Hill More

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      Gary Lineker breaks silence on speculation over his future as Match of the Day host as he jokes ‘it’s my last show’

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      GARY Lineker has broken his silence on speculation over his future as host of Match of the Day – by opening the show with a joke.The former England striker, 63, told BBC viewers on Saturday night: “It’s my last show… before the international break.”Match of the Day host Gary Lineker opened up tonight’s show with a joke about his futureCredit: BBCLineker couldn’t help but laugh at his gag after days of speculationCredit: BBCHe has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenterCredit: Pixel8000It comes after reports in the last few days have been circulating online saying that this evening could have been his final appearance.Lineker is understood to be in talks with BBC executives — and sources have told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.An alleged leaked email also appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for his departure.But the long-running BBC football highlights show opened up with Lineker making a gag about the rumours around his future.read more in Gary LinekerHe said: “Hello, seven games on the way and it’s my final show…”Before the international break.”The clever joke left pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards laughing as Lineker continued on with the show.An alleged leaked email appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for the former striker’s departure earlier this week.Most read in FootballIt was said to have included a draft statement for release when the ex-England ace decides to leave.The Beeb has refused to call the email a fake and instead said nothing had been agreed.Gary Lineker reveals how his views on Match of the Day can sometimes get him into trouble But the star, 63, is understood to now be in talks with BBC executives over a new Match of the Day deal after sources told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.The veteran presenter could agree to stay on for £1million a year — £350,000 less than his current mega salary.He has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenter.It is believed that Lineker will remain on the show until at least the end of the season.A source told The Sun: “Gary is hugely popular with both fans and players alike. “The sense is that, with so much uncertainty and scandal at the BBC, right now viewers are crying out for a safe pair of hands.“Gary adores the BBC, and loves his job, and recognises what an honour it is to host television’s flagship football show, as well as international games.“Gary has long maintained that the BBC provides excellent value for money – and has quite literally put his money where his mouth is, and offered to take a substantial pay cut.”Lineker was taken off air last year after his tweet compared the language used to launch a government asylum plan to “that used by Germany in the 30s”.Pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer boycotted MOTD in solidarity.Ex-Spurs player Jermaine Jenas, 41, had been reportedly in the running to replace Lineker on the show but was sacked for inappropriately texting two women on The One Show.The bookies are now predicting that either Mark Chapman or Gabby Logan will be the next faces of the late-night football recap show.MotD2 host Chapman and Sports Personality of the Year host Logan are both 5/2 to pick up the reins, according to William Hill.READ MORE SUN STORIESEx-Manchester City defender Micah Richards (4/1) and Lionesses legend Alex Scott (5/1) are also in contention.Other names in the frame include regular pundits Alan Shearer (14/1) and Danny Murphy (25/1).Lineker has hosted the BBC show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenterCredit: Getty More

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      Gary Lineker in talks to sign new deal with Match of the Day amid speculation over future

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      GARY Lineker is in talks to sign a new Match of the Day deal amid speculation over his future.Yesterday reports circulated online that last night’s show could be his final appearance.Gary Lineker is in talks to sign a new Match of the Day deal amid speculation over his futureCredit: GettyHe has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenterCredit: Pixel8000But the star, 63, is understood to be in talks with BBC executives — and sources told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.An alleged leaked email appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for his departure.It was said to have included a draft statement for release when Lineker leaves.The Beeb has refused to call the email a fake and instead said nothing had been agreed.Read More on TVThe ex-England striker and the BBC have previously crossed swords over some of his comments in tweets.But a source told us: “Talks are ongoing and it is very much a case of Keep Calm and Gary On despite all the rumours. He will be there for the rest of the season no matter what happens.”Responding to news reports of the alleged leaked email, a BBC spokesman said: “We have nothing to announce and we have not agreed next steps with regard to his contract. He is under contract until the end of the season.”We previously reported how Lineker had volunteered to take a pay cut as part of talks over a multi-year deal.Most read in FootballHe could agree to stay on for £1million — £350,000 less than his current salary.Gary Lineker reveals how his views on Match of the Day can sometimes get him into trouble He has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenter. Ex-Spurs player Jermaine Jenas, 41, had been reportedly in the running to replace him but was sacked for inappropriately texting two women on The One Show.Lineker was taken off air last year after his tweet compared the language used to launch a government asylum plan to “that used by Germany in the 30s”. Pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer boycotted MOTD in solidarity.In 2022, Lineker was found in breach of BBC guidelines for asking whether Tories would “hand back their donations from Russian donors”. More