‘Great tribute segment’
Viewers generally loved the BBC’s moving montage of Lineker’s contribution – to football and the Beeb itself.
Here are a few responses as fans come to terms with his 26 years as MOTD host ending..
One fan posted: “Absolute legend, every plaudit is deserved… a heart of gold.” Congratulations Gary, enjoy whatever is next.”
A second added: “He plays down what a great player he was too as well as a great presenter, get yourself to Ocean beach and make up with your bro, life’s too short!”
And a third wrote: “A great tribute segment. Thanks Gary, Alan and Micah for making Saturday nights special.”
A fourth said: “Sad to see Gary Lineker go. Intelligent, witty and warm… #MOTD and the BBC will be a poorer place without him.“
Here’s how tearful Lineker said goodbye
Gary Lineker’s final farewell to the Beeb was done in typical style – modest but with sharp humour… combined with a tear in his eye.
