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BBC Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has landed himself and the corporation in hot water once again, this time on the government’s controversial asylum policy.

Gary Lineker has sparked a BBC impartiality row after branding the Tories' latest plan to imprison asylum seekers entering the UK as 'beyond awful' in a post on social media.

Kate Garraway, 55, has described how her husband Derek Draper, 55, has become "trapped" in his own body. The former lobbyist, who suffers from a severe form of long Covid, spent over a year in hospital after first being rushed in back in 2020 - and has been struggling with his health ever since. Good Morning Britain presenter Kate opened up about the long-term impacts Covid has had on Derek's body in a heart-wrenching new interview.

Jeremy Clarkson has been named “the UK’s sexiest man” in a new survey. Despite the presenter’s recent controversies, he seems to have caught the eye of many ladies across the country, beating celebs such as Gary Lineker and Mike Tindall to win the top spot in a new survey.

Gabby Logan, 49, and Gary Lineker, 62, have led the tributes to former colleague John Motson following the news of his death. The legendary sports commentator had an incredible 50-year career with the BBC. Taking to Instagram, Gabby posted a touching tribute on her story in view of her 178,000 followers.

BBC, Motson died today (February 23) aged 77. In a statement his family said: “It is with great sadness we announce that John Motson OBE died peacefully in his sleep today.”After a successful footballing career, Motson began commentating for the BBC in 1971, going on to become the voice of the game for half a decade before retiring in 2018.In that time he commentated on 10 World Cups, nearly 30 FA Cup finals and 2,500 matches in total and became known as ‘the voice of football’.The corporation’s director general, Tim Davie, said: “John Motson was the voice of a footballing generation – steering us through the twists and turns of FA Cup runs, the highs and lows of World Cups and, of course, Saturday nights on Match of the Day.“Like all the greats behind the mic, John had the right words, at the right time, for all the big moments.”Others to pay tribute included football teams and stars from across the world, with former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher saying: “So many of us grew up listening to this man describe the action & goals on MOTD & cup finals.

Gary Lineker has called for Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope’s suspension from the Carabao Cup final against Manchester United to be changed, believing there is an "anomaly" within the laws of the domestic game.

The BBC’s live coverage of an FA Cup tie between Wolves and Liverpool was plagued by an apparent pornography prank on Tuesday evening in the UK.

Good afternoon Insiders, Max Goldbart here. World Cup fever has gripped Deadline Towers and while our U.S. colleagues gobble up their turkey with all the trimmings, we’ve got plenty to round up in the world of international TV and film.

After being overshadowed by the BBC’s focus on the human rights issues that have been surrounding the World Cup 2022, yesterday’s opener between hosts Qatar and Ecuador kicked off with a hefty peak of 8M viewers.

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker has incurred the wrath of GB News host Nana Akua who reminded viewers of when she claims he "had a go at" her on Twitter and says "I demand an apology". Gary has recently been found in breach of his BBC contract after he made comments about the Conservative party taking money from Russian donors.

The ball from England's 1986 World Cup defeat to Argentina is being put up for sale for £3 million. The quarter-final game at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico ended England's chances of World Cup glory and is remembered for Diego Maradona's Hand of God goal which gave the South American side the lead before it finished 2-1 - the game's referee 78-year-old Ali Bin Nasser kept hold of the ball and is now planning to sell it at auction in London. According to The Sun, Adam Gascoigne of Graham Budd Auctions - the company running the sale - said: "Unlike today where you have a multi-ball system at games, this was the only one used in the match from start to finish.

Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have both hailed Erling Haaland for his incredible finish against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Former England and Leicester City striker Gary Lineker has likened Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham to former Manchester United captain Bryan Robson amid ongoing links connecting him with a move to Old Trafford.

While he has reservations over the price Manchester United paid for the midfielder, Gary Lineker believes that Casemiro will adapt quickly to life in the Premier League.

Gary Lineker has put his neck on the line by predicting that Erling Haaland will be a 'goal machine' at Manchester City.

Keir Starmer was today forced to defend Labour's plan to freeze energy bills for everyone in Britain this winter - including the richest households. The Labour leader was challenged as to why wealthy celebrities such as Mick Jagger, Alan Sugar, Richard Branson or Gary Lineker should benefit from support during the cost-of-living crisis. Under his plans, Sir Keir wants the energy price cap to be frozen at its current level of £1,971 a year for typical households.

Sir Cliff Richard has become worldwide famous, selling over 250 million records worldwide. This has helped him become one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Before leaving the UK, the 81-year-old resided in a small village in Berkshire, not too far from Windsor.

Gary Lineker has hit back against the backlash he received for his now deleted tweet about the England Women’s team in the Euro 2022 final, labelling the reaction to it “ludicrous”. The 61 year old was accused of “casual sexism” after he tweeted about footballer Chloe Kelly, who scored the winning goal for the Lionesses on Sunday, following the team’s 2-1 defeat against Germany. Gary wrote at the time: “The @Lionesses have only gone and done it, and Kelly is England's heroine, bra none.” After receiving criticism for his tweet, the former footballer promptly deleted it, but has now gone back on his actions, as he has called out those who sent backlash his way.

Gary Lineker found himself in hot water after tweeting his praise to Lioness hero Chloe Kelly following her team's Euro success against Germany.MORE: Prince William's sweet words to Lioness captain Leah Williamson revealed as they hugged at finalThe former England player shared his thoughts live on Twitter alongside Sunday's match, which saw goals from Ella Toone and Chloe storm England to a 2-1 victory.WATCH: Prince William presents the Lionesses with their trophyIn celebration after her winning goal, Manchester City striker Chloe whipped off her shirt and spun it above her head while sporting a Nike sports bra - something she was later penalised for by the referee.READ: Princess Eugenie pens emotional message as she enjoys summertime with familyMORE: Prince William and Princess Charlotte send good luck message to LionessesGary had tweeted: "The @Lionesses have only gone and done it, and Kelly is England’s heroine, bra none."The message was swiftly called out and branded as "sexist". He later deleted the tweet and explained to one follower: "It was just a play on words given the celebration.

Gary Lineker was forced to delete a contentious tweet in the aftermath of the Lioness' Euro 2022 victory.

Gary Lineker has been forced to delete a tweet about the Lionesses winning the Euro 2022 final after social media backlash. After the England team secured their 2-1 score, the former England footballer turned TV presenter shared a Twitter post with the caption: "The @Lionesses have only gone and done it, and Kelly is England's heroine, bra none." The now-deleted tweet was subject to heavy criticism from fans, as the star came under fire for his poor choice of words which reportedly came across as "casual sexism” that women in sports often face.

If you watched the Lionesses win against Germany on July 31, you were lucky to see history in the making.The Lionesses, who are the England women’s national football team managed by Sarina Wiegman, thrilled millions of fans including royalty in a nail-biting match when they went on to win 2-1 against Germany.The first goal from England’s Ella Toone in the 62nd minute, followed by an equaliser by Germany’s Lina Magull in the 79th minute had many dreading the match would go to penalties, who England have a heartbreaking history with. Gary Lineker tweeted: “It’s going to be bloody penalties, isn’t it?” whilst Dom Joly echoed his nerve-shredding sentiment by tweeting: “It’s going to be penalties isn’t it? #EngvGer.” England’s Chloe Kelly’s goal in extra time propelled the Lionesses to clinch their first win in a final since 1966.

Prince William has led famous faces congratulating England on reaching the Women’s Euro final after beating Sweden 4-0. The Duke Of Cambridge, who is president of the Football Association and a huge fan of the sport, said: "The entire country is so proud of everything you’re achieving. We believe in you and will be with you all the way!" The semi-final got off to a nail-biting start, until England's Beth Mead scored the first goal of the match in the 34th minute.

Gemma Collins insisted that she is an "international superstar" who is on "another level" compared to her former TOWIE co-stars in a rant on Monday 18 July.The 41 year old TV personality, who recently beat the heatwave in a gorgeous swimsuit, said she has long moved on from her time on the Essex reality show as she continues her celebrity career in showbiz. Gemma, also known as the GC, was first spotted on TV screens selling a car to Kirk Norcross in the reality show before quitting eight years later in 2019. Now, speaking to the Mirror ahead of her Bingo Blitz campaign this week, she revealed that she believes she has paved a different life thanks to her hard graft.

public eye since a teenager, seeing his private life made public for decades, including two divorces. The multimillionaire Match of the Day presenter, crisp ambassador and eligible bachelor has kept his love life private in recent years following a break up six years ago, but it hasn't always been the case. Plastered over the tabloids after divorcing his first wife Michelle Cockayne in 2006 for Welsh model Danielle Bux, he then married her 2009.

READ MORE: Gary Lineker sends heartfelt message to his ex-wife Danielle Bux amid marriage splitHe was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome late in life, and adults with the syndrome can find themselves with more relationship difficulties than the average person. Of the few things Hopkins has said about his first relationship has been: "I guess I am selfish. I have not been a good husband or father.

Gary Lineker stood in solidarity with railway workers on a picket line in Manchester today on day two of national strikes.

Former Love Island star Marcel Somerville has been living it up on his stag do in Ibiza, however, there was drama when security had to drag him from a top Ibiza beach club after he was stormed by fans. The 36 year old father of one, who his due to marry his fiancé Rebecca Viera, 26, in August, was enjoying one of the famous parties at Wayne Lineker's iconic beach club, O Beach Ibiza when he was reportedly dragged into the pool by fans who swarmed him wanting to have a photograph with him.The ruckus caused burly security guards to swoop in and pluck the former Blazin' Squad rapper to safety.

National Selfie Day - and, unless you live under a rock, you most probably know what a selfie is, or have taken one at some stage. A selfie is a portrait of oneself taken by oneself, and then shared on social media.