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Lineker

British

/ ˈlɪnɪkə /

noun

Gary (Winston). born 1960, English footballer and TV presenter: a striker, he scored 48 goals in 80 matches for England (1984–92); his clubs included Leicester City, Everton, Barcelona, and Tottenham Hotspur

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He currently has eight goals from 11 World Cup appearances, while Gary Lineker has 10 in 12.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Gary Lineker was watching and he couldn't fathom it.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

During the 2024 Euros, Lineker faced scrutiny for being more outspoken about England's performances on his podcast than he was when presenting BBC coverage during the same tournament.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

In 1992, Gary Lineker had the chance to match Sir Bobby Charlton's 49 goals for England in a friendly against Brazil but fluffed his attempted Panenka and ended up one shy of the then-record.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

"Well, he's a top dog in 2025 - absolutely, yeah," Shearer replies coyly, before the pair and Gary Lineker erupt into fits of giggles.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

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