🎬⚽ Gary Lineker is ready to light up our screens once again! After leaving the BBC in 2024, the iconic Match of the Day host is set to lead Netflix’s coverage of the 2026 World Cup. This exciting venture brings him back together with former BBC mates Alan Shearer and Micah Richards. 🇺🇸
Lineker admits he has no regrets about moving from “a green box in Salford” to the buzzing backdrop of New York City’s Times Square. Chatting at Netflix’s Sports Club launch, he couldn’t contain his excitement for the new gig, saying he’s thrilled to be joining the football frenzy across the globe alongside the now international reach of Netflix. 🌍
His entrepreneurial spirit doesn’t stop there. His podcast, “The Rest Is Football,” has been a smashing success, snagging a £14 million deal with Netflix. Expect exclusive inside scoops and daily updates, bringing the heat of the matches directly to your screens. 🔥
Lineker famously stirred things up during Euro 2024 with his candid comments about England’s performance. With the World Cup on the horizon, fans can expect more of his honest takes on all the action. Whether he’s cheering on England or critiquing their play, he’s always keeping it real! 🏆
With Alan, Micah, and loads of special guests lined up, prepare for a World Cup coverage like never before. It’s football with a side of banter, just how we like it! Let’s cheer on England together with our favourite football personalities leading the charge. 🏟️💪
Stay tuned as Gary, Alan, and Micah take us on a football journey from Times Square! Let us know in the comments who you’re rooting for in the World Cup! 📣🏴