Gary Winston Lineker OBE (/ˈlɪnəkər/; born 30 November 1960) is an English sports broadcaster and former professional footballer. Lineker is the only player to have been the top goalscorer in England with three clubs: Leicester City, Everton and Tottenham Hotspur. He also played for Barcelona in Spain, and won 80 caps for England. His media career began with the BBC, where he has presented the flagship football programme Match of the Day since the late 1990s, the longest tenure of any MOTD presenter. Lineker is also the BBC's lead presenter for live football matches, including coverage of international tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup. He has also worked for Al Jazeera Sports, Eredivisie Live, NBC Sports Network, and BT Sport's coverage of the UEFA Champions League. More about Gary Lineker
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Lineker began his football career at Leicester City in 1978, and finished as the First Division's joint top goalscorer in 1984–85. He then moved to league champions Everton, where he won both the PFA Players' Player of the Year and FWA Footballer of the Year awards in his debut season, before moving to Spanish club Barcelona. Lineker placed 2nd in the 1986 Ballon d’Or for his performances at Everton after transferring to Barcelona. With the Spanish side, he won the 1987–88 Copa del Rey and the 1989 European Cup Winners' Cup. He joined Tottenham Hotspur in 1989, and won his second FWA Footballer of the Year and won the FA Cup, his first and only major trophy in English football. Lineker's final club was Nagoya Grampus Eight; he retired in 1994 after two seasons at the Japanese side.In total, we tracked 1011 items since 01/09/2012. The chart below shows the trade volume over time.
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Former Tottenham striker Gary Lineker mocks Arsenal as they slip to a costly 2-0 (04/14/24): Former Tottenham striker and Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has poked fun at Arsenal after their damaging 2-0 home defeat to Aston Villa .
Why Premier League team news leaks could be a thing of the past… while Gary Line (04/07/24): MIKE KEEGAN: Team sheets are made accessible to broadcasters and clubs 75 minutes before kick-off, 15 minutes before they go public.
Gary Lineker reveals who he believes will win gripping three-pronged Premier Lea (04/07/24): Gary Lineker has shared who he believes will come out on top in this season's three-pronged Premier League title-race. He said 'it's written in the stars' for the team he thinks will come out on top.
Gary Lineker reveals Man United icon left the Nou Camp 'with 15 minutes to go' a (02/29/24): Having already won the Premier League and FA Cup, United headed into the European final in search of a historic Treble, but fell behind to a Mario Basler free-kick in the sixth minute.
Stan Bowles dies aged 75: Gary Lineker leads tribute to QPR legend and former En (02/24/24): Gary Lineker has led the social media tributes to the late Stan Bowles, following the news of his death at the age of 75.
Mark Chapman steps in to present Match of the Day after Gary Lineker pulled out (02/2024): Mark Chapman stepped in to host Match of the Day in the absence of Gary Lineker on Saturday night.
Gary Lineker reveals BBC are 'contractually obliged' to keep Match of the Day hi (01/2024): Gary Lineker has revealed highlight packages on Match of the Day are limited to 12 minutes as he explained the reasons behind the show's length at the weekend.
Tom Lockyer tributes led by Gary Lineker after Luton captain collapsed during ab (12/2023): Lockyer, who collapsed during the play-off final last year, dropped to the floor in an off the ball incident in the 62nd minute of the game at the Vitality Stadium.
Gary Lineker is set for a new contract as the BBC look to tie down £1.35m-a-year (11/2023): AHEAD OF THE GAME - EXCLUSIVE: Lineker's £1.35million-a-year contract expires when the BBC's existing deal for highlights runs out at the end of next season.
REVEALED: The alternative Premier League table of the Match of the Day running o (09/2023): Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has revealed an alternative Premier League table of where teams are usually shown on the famous football show.
Fans criticise the sound quality on Match of the Day, with host Gary Lineker for (08/2023): BBC presenter Lineker, 62, presents the Premier League highlights show and did so again as normal on Saturday night after the five top-flight fixtures earlier that day.
Lineker claims he has 'very reliable information' the handball law will change (06/2023): Gary Lineker has claimed the handball law will be simplified as pundits criticised the controversial awarding of a penalty to Man United in the FA Cup final against Man City at Wembley.
Gary Lineker urges Leicester fans to stay 'glass half full' despite their final (05/2023): Gary Lineker remains optimistic about his beloved Leicester despite their relegation to the Championship, insisting their fruitful spell in the top flight has been a 'miracle'.
Alan Shearer tells Gary Lineker he's 'had a few yellow cards' on his Match of th (04/2023): Lineker did not address the controversy on his return to the screen, and instead cracked a festive joke at Shearer and fellow pundit Danny Murphy's expense, referencing the pair's baldness.
Gary Lineker wins tax battle against HMRC after being accused of owing £4.9milli (03/2023): The Match Of The Day host (left) was told by the taxman he should have been classed as an employee of the BBC and BT Sport for his presenting duties.
Gary Lineker pays tribute to John Motson after the iconic commentator passed awa (02/2023): Gary Lineker paid tribute to the 'truly wonderful commentator' John Motson ahead of Match of the Day on Saturday night.
Gary Lineker pokes fun at 'paranoid' Danny Murphy on Match of the Day show after (01/2023): Gary Lineker ribbed Danny Murphy days after the BBC porn prank left them both embarrassed during live football coverage when they were together on Match of the Day.
Gary Lineker leads tributes to 1966 World Cup winner George Cohen (12/2022): The hard-tackling full-back was a key member of England's team under Sir Alf Ramsey as they triumphed against West Germany in the final at Wembley.
Gary Lineker pocketed a whopping £1.6million working for Qatar's state broadcast (11/2022): Lineker gave a 'virtue- signalling' monologue ahead of the tournament's opening match, singling out the host nation's record on human rights and migrant workers.
Gary Lineker knows two gay stars and 'it would be amazing if they came out durin (10/2022): In an interview with the Mirror , Lineker claims to know of Premier League stars who have been 'very close' to coming out, and believes that a defiant message can be sent around the world.
Gary Lineker hails England for 'playing to their strengths' in their exciting 3- (09/2022): Pundits have hailed England's thrilling turnaround against Germany that saw them overturn a two goal deficit to draw 3-3 at Wembley.
Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has been accused of mocking football fans (08/2022): And as if to rub critics' noses in the dirt, Match of the Day kicked off last night with last week's Premier League results. A grinning Lineker smirked: 'Just in case you couldn't find the scores anywhere.'
Will and Kate laud the England's 'great comeback' as Gary Lineker hails their 'w (07/2022): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Gary Lineker and a handful of other high-profile names took to social media on Wednesday night to extol England's dramatic 2-1 comeback against Spain.
Gary Lineker says he suffered 'racist abuse' during football career because of h (06/2022): Gary Lineker has revealed he suffered racist abuse from other players during his football career due to his 'darkish skin'.
World Cup: Gary Lineker 'turned down hosting draw in Qatar' due to misgivings ab (05/2022): Gary Lineker reportedly turned down the chance to host the 2022 World Cup draw in Qatar because of his misgivings about the country.
Gary Lineker picks a Leicester City theme for his new dog - a rescue from Los An (04/2022): The Match of the Day presenter seemed more than happy as he posted a photo of him and the rescue dog from Los Angeles for the first time on social media.
Gary Lineker commends Stuart Attwell after Joel Matip has goal RULED OUT in the (02/2022): Liverpool thought they had opened the scoring in the Carabao Cup final when Joel Matip headed home in the 67th minute, but the goal was chalked off after Virgil van Dijk was ruled to be offside in the build up.
Newcastle were teased for splashing out £25m but the joke will be on rivals if W (01/2022): Gary Lineker thought it was 'hilarious' that Newcastle were spending £20million on Burnley striker Chris Wood. He was no doubt bent double when discovering it was actually £25m.
Gary Lineker reveals he personally apologised to James Milner as he admits he wa (11/2021): Despite winning the Premier League and Champions League with Liverpool, it appears Gary Lineker was not always a fan of Milner during his debut season at Anfield.
Gary Lineker comes to the aid of Sophie Scargill by pledging £3,000 needed for k (10/2021): Gary Lineker has donated £3,000 to help save the career of Doncaster Rovers Belles captain Sophie Scargill.
Gary Lineker sarcastically hits back at Matt Le Tissier for his latest controver (09/2021): Le Tissier, a legend at Southampton, has ruffled plenty of feathers on social media since the start of the pandemic by sharing various conspiracy theories about the Covid-19 virus.
Gary Lineker joins 60 former footballers lobbying to create support fund for dem (08/2021): The group have come together through the charity, Head for Change, who want to work with the PFA, FA and Premier League to formulate a plan to help dementia-stricken players.
Former England striker Gary Lineker joins LaLigaTV talent line-up after leaving (07/2021): Former England captain and Barcelona striker Gary Lineker has signed a multi-year deal to present Spanish football on LaLigaTV from 2021-22 season and beyond.
Euro 2020: Gary Lineker slams decision to send off Marcus Danielson for lunge on (06/2021): With little between the two sides in extra-time, Ukraine gained the upper hand in the 99th minute as Danielson was shown a red card after his studs connected with the shin of Besyedin.
Gary Lineker to step down as BT Sport's presenter for Champions League coverage (05/2021): The 60-year-old will step down as a presenter of BT Sport's Champions League coverage after Saturday's Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City.
'Fire alarm goes off at Stockley Park' VAR headquarters moments before Wolves an (04/2021): Gary Lineker revealed on the BBC just before kick-off that an alarm went off at the VAR hub and questioned whether the controversial technology would be available in the early stages of the game.
Micah Richards speaks about his new punditry bromance with Roy Keane - and how h (03/2021): Richards was speaking on the Match of the Day: Top 10 podcast and told Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer that he felt he earned Keane's respect during the 'bursting onto the scene' exchange.
Gary Lineker leads calls for Euro 2020 to be moved to England as UEFA member rev (02/2021): As it stands, tournament organisers want the delayed competition to take place as planned in a number of different countries across Europe but that may not be possible.
Gary Lineker questions Leicester encouraging fans to bet on back of Tripper ban (01/2021): Lineker was bemused when Leicester promoted Parimatch UK, their official betting partners, on the eve of their game against Tottenham with the social media post urging fans to 'Back the Foxes'.
Gary Lineker and Liverpool fans spot Kelleher's name spelled wrong on kit in Pre (12/2020): Caoimhin Kelleher underlined his terrific potential with a promising display in Liverpool's 4-0 win over Wolves but he wasn't given the most encouraging of starts by his team's kit man.
Gary Lineker came close to joining Arsenal instead of their north London rivals (11/2020): Lineker was looking to move back to England after a spell at Barcelona and Arsenal, who had just won the league title, were interested in signing him.
Gary Lineker leads tributes to Nobby Stiles after legendary former England midfi (10/2020): The iconic Stiles was also part of the United team which memorably lifted the European Cup in 1968 at Wembley, making them the first English club to win the competition.
Gary Lineker jokes he will have to present MOTD in his underwear AGAIN (09/2020): It's been a little over four years since Match of the Day viewers were treated to seeing Gary Lineker present the show in nothing but his underwear, but could it happen again next year?
'I can't see my notes anymore': Match of the Day host Gary Lineker says his eyes (08/2020): The 59-year-old presenter revealed his eyesight is getting worse and that he struggles to read his large notes and even see other pundits while on air with Match of the Day or BT Sport.
From Gary Lineker to Robbie Savage, ex-pros are receiving 'coaching' in a bid to (07/2020): KIERAN GILL: It takes time and training, and Matt Curtis and Rob Nothman are the men who provide that. Together, they train the talent we see on our television screens, and explain the how and why.
Gary Lineker poses with and Ian Wright Alan Shearer ahead of BBC's first live Pr (06/2020): The popular football pundit, 59, took to Instagram on Saturday afternoon to share a snapshot of himself the pair, after Premier League games resumed following the COVID-19 lockdown.
Gary Lineker apologises to Luke Chadwick for cruel jokes about his looks (05/2020): Gary Lineker has apologised to Luke Chadwick for the cruel insults directed towards the former Manchester United teenager on They Think It's All Over.
Xabi Alonso, Sergio Ramos and Gary Lineker among stars to pay tribute to Michael (04/2020): Robinson, who the European Cup, Division One title and the League Cup in 1984 in his first - and only - full season with the Reds, died at the age of 61 after a long battle with cancer.
Gary Lineker: Only supporters 'who really don't like Liverpool' want the campaig (03/2020): Gary Lineker has claimed that only supporters 'who really don't like Liverpool' want the Premier League season to be called off.
Nottingham Forest complete signing of former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder Ma (02/2020): McGuane hit the headlines back in 2018 when he opted to leave Arsenal's academy for the Nou Camp, becoming the first Englishman to represent the club since Gary Lineker 29 years earlier.
Jermaine Jenas in line to replace Gary Lineker as face of Match of the Day (01/2020): EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE: Jermaine Jenas is primed to be Gary Lineker's successor as the face of football on the BBC and could move into the role within the next two years.
Jonny Evans says Leicester are revelling in role of title contenders after Aston (12/2019): Jonny Evans says Leicester are relishing their status as title contenders after Foxes great Gary Lineker warned Liverpool that his old side are ready to challenge them for the crown.
Gary Lineker slams Tottenham decision to sack Mauricio Pochettino – 'Good l (11/2019): Tottenham legend Gary Lineker has criticised the club's decision to sack Mauricio Pochettino, saying: "Good luck with finding a better replacement… ain't gonna happen."
Bald Match of the Day viewers show their solidarity with Alan Shearer (08/2019): Gary Lineker, who is one of the BBC's highest-paid stars and earned £1.75million last year, poked fun at his fellow presenters for not having any hair on Saturday night's show.
Gary Lineker invited fans to ask him questions on Twitter and it totally backfir (03/2015): Well, that didn’t go to plan.
Walkers axe 'offensive' Gary Lineker concrete covering ad after comparisons to w (02/2015): A Walkers ad showing Gary Lineker covered in concrete was ditched today amid protests. The ad coincided with the labourer’s inquest.
Gary Lineker's son George on beating leukaemia, living with a legend and having (01/2015): The boyish look is familiar. The cheeky grin too. And there’s no mistaking where George Lineker’s charm comes from as he tackles a tricky question with all the composure his old man once showed in front of goal.
Transform youth game, cut ticket prices, get Gary Lineker on FA board, improve r (12/2014): Henry Winter outlines his 10-point manifesto for football in which he asks for a transformation of the youth game, a cut in ticket prices, Gary Lineker on FA board and greater respect for women
Good night Gary? Lineker celebrates his 54th birthday with wife Danielle (11/2014): HIS birthday may not be until Sunday, but Gary Lineker decided to start the celebrations early while out and about last night.
Footballer Fraser Hobday has a Wikipedia entry as big as Gary Lineker's (10/2014): Trainee chef Fraser Hobday, 19, keeps goal for lowly Huntly FC in Aberdeenshire, who are currently bottom of their division in Scotland with a goal difference of minus 33.
Go on my son: could Gary Lineker's son George be the next Simon Cowell? (09/2014): It’s 10am in Quo Vadis in Soho, and George Lineker is drinking the first cheeky half of the day with his workmates. It would be tempting to judge them for this. But the photographer bought the beers. ‘It would be rude not to,’ they protest. Looking like four candidates for The Apprentice , George an
Gary Lineker's MOTD goatee to get the chop despite Russell Brand's praise (08/2014): BBC presenter in stubble trouble as he faces ridicule on Twitter over his Des Lynam, Jimmy Hill tribute Continue reading...
Premier League ticket prices are pure greed, slams Gary Lineker (07/2014): Gary Lineker has said that Premier League ticket price rises are totally unjustified and has accused clubs of being greedy.
Shirtless Gary Lineker and Robbie Savage hit Ipanema beach during World Cup brea (06/2014): Gary Lineker and Robbie Savage took advantage of a break in filming to hit the beach in Brazil. The shirtless Match of the Day duo were spotted on Rio's picturesque Ipanema Beach soaking up the sun.
Gary Lineker and sexy wife Danielle enjoy night out ahead of World Cup trip (05/2014): Gary Lineker was spotted looking sharp and stylish on a night out with his lovely wife Danielle on Tuesday night. The pair were seen leaving the very trendy Chiltern Firehouse in London and the Match of the Day pundit couldn't stop smiling.
Gary Lineker enjoys Isle of Wight visit (04/2014): MATCH of the Day presenter Gary Lineker, known for snacking on crisps, was spotted snacking on the Isle of Wight yesterday (Tuesday).
England World Cup songs through the ages: how does Gary Lineker's singing stack (03/2014): Gary Lineker has been mocked for his singing ability on Greatest Day, but how does it compare to others down the years?
Why I moisturise daily, by Gary Lineker: Match of the Day host reveals secret to (02/2014): He’s 53 but could easily pass for a decade younger. Now Gary Lineker, pictured with his younger wife Danielle, has lifted the lid on what keeps him looking so young.
Former Tottenham striker Gary Lineker bemoans Manchester City penalty award (01/2014): Gary Lineker has given his verdict on another contentious penalty call after Andre Marriner opted to dismiss Danny Rose and award Manchester City a penalty at White Hart Lane on Wednesday night.
Michael Schumacher In Coma After Skiing Accident: Gary Lineker, Jensen Button & (12/2013): The Ex Formula One Legend Suffered A Serious Head Injury
Thousands Respond To Gary Lineker's Twitter Appeal For Mum's Stolen Car (11/2013): Thousands of people have responded to a tweet by football legend Gary Lineker after his mother's car was stolen. Some rotter has stolen my mum's car after dialysis in Leicester. Silver/grey Corsa EX09TXE. I'll reward any help with return. RT please. — Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) November 29, 2013 Th
Piers Morgan: Jeremy Clarkson Twitter Spat Is 'Pure War' But Gary Lineker And Lo (10/2013): Piers Morgan admits he is friends with Lord Sugar and Gary Lineker - but that his Twitter spats with Jeremy Clarkson are "pure war". "There's not a single friendly bone in either of our bodies towards each other," he told the Today programme. The tal
'Surprised' Roy Hodgson hits back at Gary Lineker over England barbs (09/2013): Roy Hodgson has hit back at Gary Lineker's criticism of the England team's "awful" 0-0 draw with Ukraine, claiming that the England sides the former striker played in were not always "a total success" either.
Celtic fans round on Gary Lineker after his 'Bye bye Celtic' tweet following Cha (08/2013): THE pundit tried to play it down – but Hoops supporters were furious at his jibe over the Bhoys landing in Group H with Barcelona, AC Milan and Ajax.
Gary Lineker discovers ancestor was a poacher in Who Do You Think You Are? (07/2013): The Match of the Day presenter has discovered his great, great, great grandfather James Pratt was jailed in the 1800s for poaching birds to feed his eight children.
Gary Lineker pokes fun at Boris Becker's troubled love life in twitter post (06/2013): GARY LINEKER might act like butter wouldn't melt, but it looks as though he has a bit of a vicious tongue on him too.
Roy Hodgson hits back at Gary Lineker's 'Dark Ages' criticism (05/2013): Roy Hodgson has defended his tactics ahead of England's friendly with Brazil on Sunday after they were described as a return to the "Dark Ages" by Gary Lineker.