Gary Lineker made a stunning return to the BBC in the aftermath of England's World Cup victory over Norway, a year on from his dramatic exit from the broadcaster. The former Three Lions skipper barged in and hijacked Micah Richards' segment following Jude Bellingham's match-winning brace.
Lineker Gatecrashes BBC Coverage
BBC Sport broadcast their response to Thomas Tuchel's team securing their World Cup semi-final place after ITV held the rights for the quarter-final clash. Wayne Rooney was accompanied by Ellen White to provide analysis of the extra-time triumph with Richards dialling in from New York, but it was halfway through the programme when Lineker barged in and disrupted proceedings.
The pundits were debating England's penalty after it was reversed by Clement Turpin as he ruled that Djed Spence had initiated contact with Oscar Bobb before tumbling to the turf. Richards was sharing his thoughts on the French official's decision to overturn his initial call when an England-shirted Lineker suddenly leapt into frame.
Lineker's Brief Appearance
Lineker said: "Definitely a penalty," leaving Richards taken aback, as he added: "Come on England. Nice to see you all there." The 65-year-old then swiftly left while Rooney delivered a parting jibe, remarking: "Kit looks a bit snug there, Gaz," in jest.
