Gary Lineker has had a remarkable football career as a player and pundit, spanning over 40 years. He scored 48 goals in 80 appearances for England and remarkably never received a yellow or red card. Lineker hosted the BBC's Match of the Day for 25 years before retiring at the end of the 2024/25 season. A new biography, the first in 30 years, details his journey from early school reports highlighting his focus on football to becoming a renowned media personality in addition to his stellar playing career.
Gary Lineker's footballing career was remarkable, with 48 goals in 80 games for England and no disciplinary cards throughout his time as a professional player.
He hosted the BBC's Match of the Day for 25 years before stepping down at the end of the 2024/25 season, marking a significant era in football broadcasting.
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