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Gary Lineker: football legend, crisp icon, broadcaster, and one of the most divisive figures in modern British media.
From his humble beginnings as a Leicester greengrocer’s son to becoming one of England’s greatest ever strikers, Lineker’s career spans footballing greatness, TV dominance, advertising fame, and political controversy. As the long-time face of Match of the Day, he became the BBC’s most recognisable sports presenter.
This video traces Lineker’s rise from Leicester City to England’s top scorer, his seamless move into broadcasting, the Walkers crisps empire, the rivalry with Des Lynam, and the moments that made him both loved and loathed. It also explores his outspoken political views, clashes with the BBC, suspension from Match of the Day, and his reinvention through podcasting and media company Goalhanger.
Whether you admire him or can’t stand him, Gary Lineker’s influence on football, broadcasting, and public debate is impossible to ignore.
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Des Lynam — Phil Guest
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Gary and Danielle Lineker at The Asian Awards (2015) — TheAsianAwards
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Gary Lineker (2011) — Christophe95
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Gary Lineker (cropped, 2010) — Liton Ali
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Gary Lineker waxwork — Emerand Sam
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts St George’s Day Reception (2025) — Lauren Hurley / No 10 Downing Street
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Gallowtree Gate, Leicester city centre — Mat Fascione
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Wembley Stadium, London — Arne Müseler
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London Stadium (West Ham / Olympic Stadium) — Arne Müseler
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FA Cup Trophy, National Football Museum (Manchester) — Ank Kumar
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