Gary Lineker has come under fire for a controversial remark made during the BBC's Euro 2024 coverage. The incident occurred when Lineker made a joke about Frank Lampard's thinning hair, which led to an awkward silence in the studio. Social media users noted that Lampard appeared 'fuming' with the comment. Lineker has since vowed to apologise to Lampard, explaining that the joke was meant to be light-hearted and not directed solely at Lampard. Additionally, Lineker was accused of taking a dig at Scotland during the broadcast. BBC bosses are reportedly facing backlash from staff over Lineker's latest rule breach.
Gary Lineker accused of taking ‘dig’ at Scotland live on BBC as Lampard calls him out https://t.co/x4ZaVGG6xU https://t.co/VTfXgkVWhD
🗣️ “Obviously Frank’s slightly thinning, I’m slightly thinning, and I actually meant it about everyone. But when it came out, it came out a bit wrong..." Gary Lineker has explained himself after a clumsy joke didn't go down well with Frank Lampard 😬 https://t.co/x7EeZZ5dxj https://t.co/SITgeMB4bo
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