BBC presenting duties to be shared for World Cup but who will host the final?

"When the BBC split the task of presenting Match of the Day between three prominent broadcasters, executives were clear there were to be no favourites among the new hosts Kelly Cates, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman. That mantra is now being underlined as the corporation prepares its coverage for this summer's World Cup. It is understood producers are ensuring that the trio have an equal number of programmes to present once the tournament kicks off in Mexico City."

"Lineker had initially agreed a deal to present the World Cup for the BBC, which takes place across Canada, Mexico and the US. However, he ended his BBC presenting career early last year, after he apologised for amplifying online material with antisemitic connotations. It means the three hosts will share the presenter's chair, with producers working hard to ensure they receive a fair share of the top games."

Kelly Cates, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman share Match of the Day presenting duties after Gary Lineker's departure. Producers are allocating equal numbers of programmes for the trio for the World Cup in Mexico City and are working to ensure a fair share of top games. No decision has been made on which presenter will host the final. Lineker ended his BBC presenting career after apologising for amplifying online material with antisemitic connotations and will produce a daily edition of The Rest Is Football for Netflix from New York. The presenters also have podcast commitments and the BBC will not fund rival-podcast expenses.

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