Gary Lineker will step away from the BBC at the conclusion of Match of the Day (MOTD) this weekend, the broadcaster has announced.

The former England striker, who played for Leicester City, Everton, Tottenham and Barcelona during his football career announced last November he was stepping down as host of Match of the Day (MOTD) at the end of the season.

Lineker has hosted Match Of The Day since 1999, when he took over from Des Lynam.

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will replace the former England striker on MOTD from next season.

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will share hosting duties of BBC Match of the Day from next season, replacing Gary Lineker (Image: BBC)

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