Gary Lineker is set to announce his departure from the BBC, responding to criticism for amplifying a video with antisemitic overtones. After apologizing for a pro-Palestine repost that included an antisemitic trope, he has mutually agreed to step down, ending a 26-year tenure as a presenter. Lineker's final appearance on Match of the Day will be this Sunday, with his replacement already planned. The BBC faced significant pressure to address the controversy, with over 10,000 signatures on a petition demanding Lineker's removal.
Gary acknowledged his position at the BBC, anchoring the most prestigious tournament in world football, was untenable, and he will not be hosting the World Cup.
Lineker expressed that he would never knowingly share anything antisemitic and deleted the post as soon as he became aware of the issue.
The BBC director general, Tim Davie, emphasized that the BBC's reputation is held by everyone and that mistakes cost the organization greatly.
More than 10,000 people signed a petition urging the BBC to immediately remove Gary Lineker from his position following the incident.
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