Gary Lineker, the iconic host of BBC’s Match of the Day since 1999, is set to retire from his role at the end of the current season. Following the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, Lineker will conclude his tenure at the BBC. The 63-year-old has been a prominent figure in sports broadcasting, known for memorable moments, including presenting in his underpants after Leicester City’s Premier League triumph in 2016.