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      ‘Really underrated pundit’ – Gary Lineker reveals left-field pick for favourite Match of the Day pundit ahead of exit

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      GARY LINEKER has revealed which pundit he will miss working with the most after quitting Match of the Day.The 64-year-old is stepping down as presenter of the highlights show at the end of this season.Gary Lineker has revealed which pundit he will miss the mostCredit: PALineker was full of praise for Danny MurphyCredit: The SunLineker will cover FA Cup games next campaign and the 2026 World Cup for the BBC before retiring.After 26 years as Match of the Day host, the ex-striker has worked with many of the best pundits in the game.Asked for his favourite, Lineker told FourFourTwo: “I don’t like any of the others… that’s a joke.”I’ll miss Danny Murphy, a really underrated pundit, analytically good, and always fun to be around.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLineker ruled out Alan Shearer and Micah Richards as he will still be working with them on their Rest Is Football Podcast.Former England midfielder Murphy first appeared on Match of the Day in August 2013 before he officially hung up his boots.The ex-Liverpool and Fulham star’s broadcasting career also extends to the radio, with him regularly on BBC 5Live and talkSPORT.Lineker’s replacement as Match of the Day host was revealed in January.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Beeb announced that Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Kelly Cates will share the role on a rotating basis.Asked why a trio are needed, Lineker explained: “That’s probably down to the fact it’s a massive commitment.’Early retirement for you-‘ – Danny Murphy makes cheeky comment to departing Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker“Those three have all got families, and if you’re saying someone is going to do it for the next ten or 20 years, then your weekends are gone.“That might be it, I don’t know. I didn’t get involved in any of that. “I take it as a compliment that they’ve named three, but I suspect it’s not due to that.“I haven’t seen them yet to speak to them, but I will do.”They’ll be fine and they’ll do a great job. I’ve known them all for years, they’re top presenters.” More

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      ‘He wasn’t happy’ – Micah Richards reveals England star told him to ‘liven up’ after damning Match of the Day analysis

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      MICAH RICHARDS has revealed that Aaron Ramsdale messaged him after he failed to acknowledge the goalkeeper’s two penalty saves on Match of the Day.Ramsdale stopped two spot-kicks from Aston Villa midfielder Marco Asensio on Saturday.Micah Richards revealed that Aaron Ramsdale messaged him after watching Match of the DayCredit: X / RestIsFootballRamsdale saved two penalties against Aston Villa – but did not get a mention on the highlights showCredit: GettyIt wasn’t enough to earn Southampton anything from the match, however, as the Saints went on to lose 3-0 at St Mary’s.Villa substitutes Ollie Watkins, Donyell Malen and John McGinn fired the visitors to the win.It was the first time in Premier League history that three different substitutes on the same team scored after coming on.And that was the main focus for Richards, Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer when they were discussing the result on Match of the Day.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey failed to mention the two penalty saves – much to the annoyance of Ramsdale.Richards even revealed that he received a message from the goalkeeper after the show.Speaking on the Rest Is Football podcast this week, Richards explained: “I don’t normally bring people’s names into it because I don’t think it’s right.”But I think he’s got a point on this particular occasion… Villa win 3-0 and he saved two pens.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But my analysis was Villa’s substitutions, their squad really could impact the game.”So Watkins comes on and scores, Malen comes on and scores and McGinn comes on and scores.About to get sacked on air’ – Micah Richards stuns Kate Abdo into eight-second silence with crude innuendo”That is the bigger story. And because Southampton have had a bad time it was almost like, Villa have won, let’s leave Southampton alone.”However, he (Ramsdale) texts me. I won’t tell you what he texted me on.”Let’s just say he wasn’t happy. And he told us to basically liven up.”Lineker concluded by saying: “But well done, Aaron Ramsdale.”To save two penalties in one game is pretty rare.”SunSport revealed earlier this week that Manchester United are monitoring Ramsdale ahead of the summer transfer window.The England goalkeeper has also been linked with Bournemouth and West Ham. More

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      Shocking moment ex-Premier League manager was sacked on live TV with Match of the Day presenter breaking the news

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      CHELSEA legend Gus Poyet has opened up on the bizarre moment he realised he’d been sacked by Brighton – while broadcasting live on the BBC.The Uruguayan appeared on an episode of Match of the Day way back in 2013. Former Brighton manager Gus Poyet (left) won promotion with the Seagulls in 2009 from League OneCredit: GettyBut the Uruguayan found out he had been sacked four years later in a bizarre wayCredit: PA:Empics SportThe BBC’s Mark Chapman told a stunned Poyet he had been let go during a live broadcastCredit: BBCPoyet joined the Seagulls in 2009 and led his side to the Championship playoffs during the 2012/13 season. Brighton missed out on promotion to the Premier League after going down to arch-rivals Crystal Palace.Poyet claims there was “nothing to indicate” he wouldn’t be returning for another crack at the top-flight next season. He therefore took up a punditry job for the summer, joining BBC host Mark Chapman for a Confederations Cup match between Spain and Nigeria on June 23. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut Brighton bosses had already put out a statement revealing his job had been terminated – just as he hit the air. Poyet was handed the statement after it was printed out by production staff.Chapman read it to him on air at half time, with Poyet stuttering in response: “I’ve still had no communication, no text, no email, I didn’t receive anything by phone.”More than 12 years later, the former Chelsea midfielder has now opened up on the episode.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe told The Atlantic: “The commentary was starting at 7.30pm, so I switched my phone off at 7.20pm, when we did the last touches of our make-up.“There was nothing to indicate that I was going to be sacked. So I switched off my phone without any fears. Ex-Greece boss Gus Poyet pinpoints exactly what went wrong for England in shock Wembley loss”We did the pre-match analysis, then when the match started at 8pm, they said, ‘Now you can relax'”[Chapman] then said, ‘You know you’ve just been sacked?’ “We weren’t live on air, it was two minutes after the game had started at 8pm. “I said, ‘No’. He said, ‘Yes, it’s on the Brighton website’. “So then I asked staff if I could get a copy. I then asked permission to get out of the studio to call my lawyer and he told me.“The BBC thought it was perfect! We didn’t commentate one bit about the game at half-time, it was all about my sacking. “I remember saying to the BBC, ‘Oh, you’re lucky! This will never happen again!’”Poyet began his playing career in France before spells in both Uruguay and Spain.Read More on The SunHe joined Chelsea in 1997, winning the FA Cup and Cup Winners Cup in his first season at Stamford Bridge.Poyet later played for Tottenham and is currently manager at South Korean side Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. More

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      Gary Lineker explains why BBC need THREE presenters to replace him on MOTD and gives verdict on trio

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      GARY LINEKER suggested he is being replaced by THREE presenters on Match of the Day because it is such a “massive commitment”.Lineker, 64, will step down as host of MOTD after 26 years in May and will leave the Beeb altogether in 2026 after next season’s FA Cup and World Cup.Lineker will be replaced by three presenters on Match of the DayCredit: BBCMOTD2 host Mark Chapman is among the replacementsCredit: PALogan will be a regular on Saturday nights from now onCredit: PASky favourite Cates is making the switchCredit: PAThe legendary presenter will be replaced by a three-person presenting team consisting of Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan, who will rotate from next term.The England great joked that he thinks it’s a compliment that so many people are needed to succeed him, but he admits this decision has nothing to do with his legacy.Instead, the Leicester icon believes this comes down to family reasons as the job would demand they all sacrifice a number of weekends that they could spend with their loved ones over the next few years.The former Everton, Tottenham and Barcelona hitman himself recently stated that he never really had Saturdays and Sundays off throughout his adult life.Read More on FootballSo the TV star claims that having all three available on a rotation basis would allow them to continue enjoying quality time with their families.And he is very much looking forward to watching the new team of “top presenters” doing a “great job”.Lineker told FourFourTwo: “That’s probably down to the fact it’s a massive commitment.“Those three have all got families, and if you’re saying someone is going to do it for the next 10 or 20 years, then your weekends are gone.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“That might be it, I don’t know. I didn’t get involved in any of that. I take it as a compliment that they’ve named three, but I suspect it’s not due to that.“I haven’t seen them yet to speak to them, but I will do – they’ll be fine and they’ll do a great job. I’ve known them all for years, they’re top presenters.’This is why I don’t talk to old people’ – Maya Jama bites back at Gary Lineker after he revealed relationship status“I’ll be watching, but probably on iPlayer… I don’t think I’ll be watching on Saturday. Maybe the odd time, if I’m in.”Lineker confirmed recently that he will no longer do TV after leaving the BBC and will instead focus on his podcasts. More

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      Gary Lineker lands shock Glastonbury gig as he prepares to step down from Match of the Day role

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      DEPARTING Match of the Day host Gary Lineker is set for a shock appearance at Glastonbury Festival this summer.The annual music festival will take place in June, featuring headline acts including The 1975, Olivia Rodrigo, and Neil Young.Lineker hosted Match of the Day for 25 yearsCredit: GettyThe England striker turned pundit is set to give a talk on Glastonbury’s ‘The Information’ stage alongside a crop of artists and activistsCredit: GettyFormer Lionesseds Carly Telford (left) and Jill Scott (right) are also set for appearances at The InformationCredit: Paul Tonge – The SunBut appearing among the world-famous musicians and comedians will be the former Leicester and England striker turned pundit.He is set to leave his hosting role at Match of the Day come the end of this season after 25 years in the job, but will soon return to the limelight as part of the ‘Silver Hayes’ programme.Silver Hayes is an area of Glastonbury which generally plays host to dance music, but Lineker will appear on ‘The Information’ stage.It is described by Glastonbury’s website as “a space for discussion, debate, and understanding on today’s current affairs and cultural issues,” under the slogan “optimism is a political act.”Read more footballAlso speaking are former Lionesses Jill Scott and Carly Telford, who is now a commercial manager at Chelsea Women’s FC.Dulwich Hamlet player Lucy Monkman will contribute a DJ set.The Information is a self-described “dedicated space for discussion and debate… with a diverse programme of speakers, activists and political figures.”The subject of Lineker’s talk is yet to be officially confirmed.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Information’s day-by-day timetable is yet to be announced.Lineker recently told FourFourTwo magazine that he does not expect to work with the BBC after leaving Match of the Day.’I don’t like it’ – Gary Lineker has wild reaction after spotting ex-Match of the Day star at Baller League launchHe has committed to appearing on The Assembly, an ITV show launched last year which will see celebrities grilled by a cast of interviewers with autism, neurodiversities, and learning disabilities.His focus, though, will likely land on his Goalhanger Podcasts network, which includes flagship show The Rest is Football and other popular shows including The Rest is Politics and The Rest is History. More

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      Gary Lineker reveals plans for life after Match of the Day with just nine shows left until he steps down

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      GARY LINEKER outlined his plans after rolling credits on his glittering 26-year run as Match of the Day presenter.Lineker, 64, will step down from MOTD in May and will leave the Beeb altogether in 2026 after next season’s FA Cup and World Cup.Gary Lineker outlined his plans after leaving Match of the Day in MayCredit: YOUTUBE / The Rest Is FootballLineker wants to travel and focus on his podcasts after leaving TVCredit: AlamyThere was speculation suggesting the famous host would be switching to Sky Sports but he recently quashed those rumours.The England legend was asked again about his future plans on the latest episode of The Rest is Football pod where he teamed up with Alan Shearer and Micah Richards.A viewer sent a cheeky question to the Leicester hero asking him if he was planning to cover the Championship in a MOTD-style show while his favourite Premier League team is fighting to avoid relegation.Lineker was asked: “Gary, would you do a MOTD style show for the Championship next season so you can finally enjoy Leicester again?”Read More on FootballBut the Tottenham legend proved to be a good sport once more as he laughed it off.Lineker responded: “Alright, we’re not relegated yet, thanks. Well – one – we don’t have the rights on the BBC to show the Championship. And secondly, no thanks.”Shearer and Richards, though, had a follow-up question as they asked their fellow host what he will be doing with his weekends now that he will finally have Saturdays and Sundays off.And the ex-Barcelona star revealed he is planning to enjoy his free time by travelling.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLineker replied: “I was thinking the same thing because I’ve never really had weekends off in my adult life.”So I think I’ll be alright. I will go out to eat on Saturday night, have dinner. I’ll have little weekend trips away, possibly some places. Lots of places to go to – food trips, all that sort of stuff. I think I’ll be alright.”‘I don’t like it’ – Gary Lineker has wild reaction after spotting ex-Match of the Day star at Baller League launchShearer asked if he will continue working on TV but Lineker insists he is done with that outlet as there’s nothing better than Match of the Day and echoed his plans to focus on his podcasts.Lineker joked: “No, I’ve got a podcast to do with a couple of clowns and I’m obviously a podcast magnet. It’s not just this podcast, we’ve got lots of others as well.”I’m stepping away from Match of the Day. I mean, where do you go from there? So I think, that’ll do. Thank you very much.”I mean, never say never. Who knows what might pop. But at the moment I’m thinking, ‘No, that’s it. Television’s done’.” More

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      ‘You never gave it to me’ – Gary Lineker reveals why he refused to give young ballboy Pep Guardiola his Barcelona shirt

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      GARY LINEKER has revealed how he left Pep Guardiola with a long-term bone to pick with him, and why it happened.Speaking on Match of the Day Top 10 alongside Micah Richards and Alan Shearer, Lineker recalled when he first went to interview Guardiola after he had joined Manchester City.Gary Lineker recalled how he left Pep Guardiola with a bone to pickCredit: X @BBCMOTDGuardiola asked him why he had refused to give him his shirt for all those years at BarcelonaCredit: GettyLineker played for Barcelona from 1986 to 1989 when Guardiola was still a ballboyCredit: Getty Images – GettyBut before they started, Guardiola wanted to ask the former England ace why he refused to give him his shirt despite asking many times.Lineker, 64, explained: “When he joined Manchester City, I went to do an interview with the BBC.”And he went, ‘Before we start, I was a ballboy at Barcelona when you played, when you were there.'”And he said, ‘At the end of every game I’d come to you and I said can I have your shirt? You never gave it to me.’READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”And I felt bad about it.”Lineker continued: “I did explain to him, I said, ‘Pep it wasn’t like it is now. In those days we only had one shirt. We weren’t allowed to give it away.'”Asked by Richards whether he could have bought a shirt to solve the issue, Lineker said: “I didn’t earn what you lot earned.”The comment sparked laughter from Richards and Shearer.Most read in FootballLineker starred for Barcelona from 1986 to 1989, scoring 52 goals in 138 games and winning two trophies, the Copa del Rey in 1988 and the European Cup Winners’ Cup in 1989.City boss Guardiola, 54, came through the club’s world-renowned La Masia academy and went on to play 382 times for his boyhood club.Erling Haaland’s season all-but over as Pep Guardiola confirms extent of Man City star striker’s injury He was playing for the Barcelona C and B by the time Lineker left the club before making his debut in 1990 under Johan Cruyff and becoming a regular in the 1991/92 season.Guardiola eventually went on to manage the club after hanging up his boots, coaching arguably the greatest football team of all time spearheaded by Lionel Messi to unrivalled success.The Spaniard left in 2012 before joining Bayern Munich in 2013, where he stayed until 2016.He then joined City in 2016 and has gone on to dominate English football in the years since his arrival. More

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      Gary Lineker confirms his future plans after MOTD exit and reveals why he snubbed Sky to stay with BBC

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      GARY LINEKER confirmed he will not be joining a rival broadcaster after leaving the BBC next year and will instead focus on his podcast empire.Lineker, 64, will step down as host of Match of the Day in May after 26 years in the presenter’s seat and will leave the Beeb altogether in 2026 after next season’s FA Cup and World Cup.Gary Lineker confirmed he will not be joining a rival broadcaster after leaving the BBCCredit: PALineker is leaving the BBC next year and will focus on his podcast empireCredit: GettyThere were questions regarding the England legend’s future and many wondered if he would sign with another channel amid intense specualtion involving Sky Sports.However, the former hitman insists he will not be seen on any TV rival and will instead be doing podcasts.Lineker told FourFourTwo: “I don’t think you’ll see me doing much football, apart from the podcast.”I’ll do the odd thing, but I don’t think you’ll see me appearing regularly on another channel.”Read More on FootballLineker admitted that there were talks with Sky but he was too loyal to the BBC.Thus, the ex-Barcelona star will be focusing on his esteemed Goalhanger Podcasts, which consists of shows including The Rest Is Football, which he hosts alongside MOTD pals Alan Shearer and Micah Richards, The Rest Is Politics and The Rest Is History.Astonishingly, all 13 pods collectively achieve more than 40million downloads a month.And according to Podwatch, who get their data from iTunes and Spotify, Goalhanger Podcasts occupy the top four spots in the UK.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLineker added: “We’ve had talks with Sky at various points, but I always wanted to stick with the BBC.”I could have earned a lot more, though I know I’ve been well paid anyway, obviously.Gary Lineker blames Sir Alex Ferguson for Man Utd’s decline as he points to ‘state’ club left in”I’ve had offers to go elsewhere but I just loved being with the BBC, and also how it helps everything else you do.”It’s not only the kudos, the audience is much bigger. More people still watch Match of the Day than probably the biggest live game on Sundays.”Also, I’m quite loyal. I’ve had the same guy cut my hair for 40 years, the same guy training me in the gym for 30 years, the same agent since I was 18…”Lineker will be replaced by a three-person presenting team consisted of Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan from next season.Mark Chapman will be among Gary Lineker’s replacementsCredit: PAChapman will be joined by TV star Gabhy LoganCredit: PAKelly Cates will complete the three-person presenting teamCredit: PA More