The BBC's plans to give Gary Lineker a final send off as he marks his last time hosting Match Of The Day have been revealed.
The 64-year-old confirmed his departure from the corporation earlier this month after he caused an antisemitism row when shared a social media post about Zionism with a rat emoji - a derogatory term used by Nazi Germany about Jewish people.
Mr Lineker 'apologised unreservedly' for his actions, saying he was unaware of the meaning of the symbol and added: 'I would never consciously repost anything antisemitic – it goes against everything I stand for'.
He said that stepping down from his role with the BBC - where he was once the highest paid star - was 'the responsible course of action'.
The former England striker will present his final Match of the Day on Sunday and will not front the public broadcaster's coverage of the 2026 World Cup, or coverage of the FA Cup next season.
