Gary Lineker reveals why he’s leaving Match of the Day and says it’s ‘right time’ as BBC plans changes

GARY Lineker has revealed why he’s leaving Match of the Day and says it’s the “right time” – as the BBC is planning changes to the show.

Lineker said hosting Match Of The Day for more than two decades has been “an absolute joy and privilege”.

But he said it is “the right time” for him to exit and “someone else to take the helm” as the BBC look to make changes to the programme.

The star will step down as host of the BBC’s flagship football show at the end of the season.