'Look who's turned up!': Gary Lineker makes surprise BBC cameo 14 MONTHS after exit - as he gatecrashes World Cup reaction show to England's quarter-final win over Norway

Gary Lineker made a surprising return to BBC screens during a World Cup reaction show, 14 months after his controversial departure, by unexpectedly joining Micah Richards' analysis of England's quarter-final victory over Norway. This unexpected cameo has sparked discussions about his future at the network and his impact on the coverage. Lineker's return highlights the ongoing fascination with his career and the ripple effects his exit had on BBC's sports programming. Fans and viewers are keenly interested in how this move might influence his professional trajectory going forward.