Future of Match of the Day decided with Gary Lineker ‘set for mega new pay deal’ despite rival eyeing up BBC hot seat

FAN favourite show Match of the Day will continue to show Premier League highlights after striking a new TV deal.

The English top flight has struck a new four-year agreement until 2029 with BBC Sport, giving MOTD highlight rights for all 380 matches each season.

BBCMatch of the Day has been handed a new deal to broadcast Premier League highlights[/caption] BBCHost Gary Lineker looks set to also pen a new mega deal[/caption]

It means the popular show’s future is no longer in doubt...