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

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The BBC has announced a new chapter for its iconic football highlights programme, Match of the Day, with Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan set to take over presenting duties from the start of next season. This marks the first time in the show’s 60-year history that hosting duties will be shared among multiple presenters.

The trio will replace Gary Lineker, who has been at the helm since 1999. Lineker is set to step down at the end of the current season but will remain part of the BBC team, anchoring coverage of the FA Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.