BBC Names Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan as New Match of the Day Hosts

The trio will replace Gary Lineker, who steps down after 26 years, and will rotate hosting duties starting with the 2025/26 football season.

Gary Lineker will leave Match of the Day at the end of the 2024/25 season after hosting the iconic BBC football show for 26 years.
Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan will share hosting duties across Match of the Day, Match of the Day 2, and a new Champions League highlights show.
This marks the first time the program will use a rotating cast of presenters, with each bringing decades of sports broadcasting experience.
The BBC aims to maintain the program's legacy while adapting to modern viewing habits, including a stronger digital focus to reach diverse audiences.
Lineker will continue covering major tournaments for the BBC, including the FA Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, before fully stepping away.