BBC and ITV agree World Cup deal for 2026 and 2030
Tuesday, 17 December 2024 BBC Sport agrees a deal to share live coverage of the Fifa World Cup in 2026 and 2030 with ITV, and will broadcast across TV, audio and digital platforms.
Gary Lineker has confirmed reports he is leaving the BBC after this season's Match Of The Day and will no longer present its World Cup coverage. Sky News
Gary Lineker is to leave the BBC after this season's final Match of the Day and will no longer present its coverage of the World Cup next year, Sky News.. Sky News
The identity of the 48 teams taking part at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are beginning to emerge, with four teams already qualifying for next yearβs tournament.
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