Gary Lineker’s 25-year spell as host of Match of the Day is coming to an end. The former England striker will step down at the end of the season before leaving the BBC for good in 2026 after covering the World Cup. Following the announcement, all eyes are on Lineker’s replacement. The bookies’ favourites to replace him all bring something different to the table but many have one thing in common: they have either broken broadcaster rules, got a slap on the wrist or faced allegations of bias at some point in their careers. Let’s take a closer look at the contenders and their violations. Alex Sco…
