Soccer-Lineker off BBC's FA Cup coverage after losing his voice


FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FA Cup - Quarter-Final - Manchester City v Burnley - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, Britain - March 18, 2023 TV pundit Gary Lineker alongside the FA cup trophy before the match REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo

(Reuters) -Gary Lineker will not be on the BBC for their FA Cup quarter-final coverage on Sunday because he has lost his voice, the corporation said, with Alex Scott taking his place.

Lineker was struggling with his voice during live coverage of Manchester City's 6-0 thrashing of Burnley on Saturday and it did not improve.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Football

Soccer-Mali advance to last 16 after dull 0-0 draw with Comoros
Soccer-Unbeaten Egypt find balance under Hassan at Africa Cup of Nations
Soccer-South Africa edge Zimbabwe 3-2 to book knockout place
Soccer-Second string Egypt finish group unbeaten after draw with Angola
Moraes thrives under pressure at Selangor�
Hitman Ajdin from Bosnia stands out in Sabah’s eventful season�
Coaches Devan, Subra quit one after another as Melaka woes deepen
Soccer-Lazio coach Sarri undergoes minor heart operation
Soccer-Captain Fernandes cannot wait to return from injury, Amorim says
Soccer-Chelsea want to end 2025 in the best way after recent dip, Maresca says

Others Also Read