Big news in the football world—Gary Lineker has inked a surprising deal with ITV for the 2026 World Cup! Just over a year after leaving the BBC, Gary is set to grace our screens as a pundit for ITV during this weekend’s thrilling Group E clash between Germany and Ivory Coast. 🌍⚽️
Once the face of Match of the Day, Lineker was initially in talks to be part of the BBC’s World Cup line-up but parted ways in a major shift last year. Now, he’s in the Big Apple, presenting his Netflix series “Rest is Football,” and preparing for his ITV debut from a swanky New York studio with a breathtaking view. Quite the upgrade from the BBC’s Salford setup, according to Gary himself! 🏙️📺
The move has stirred quite the conversation, especially with some viewers not entirely thrilled about BBC’s choice of studio location. ITV is taking full advantage of this, and Gary seems more than thrilled to hop on board, even giving ITV a nod for their approach to ad breaks during the matches. 👏🎙️
Gary’s move to ITV marks a new chapter and it’s all kicking off with this gripping World Cup showdown. Both Germany and Ivory Coast come into the match with exhilarating wins in their opening games, making this a must-watch. Which team are you backing? Let us know! 🏆🇩🇪🇨🇮
Stay tuned for more football news and updates as we follow all the World Cup drama and cheer on our favourites! 🎉⚽️ #GaryLineker #ITV #WorldCup2026