After a surreal few days, I’m delighted that we have navigated a way through this. I want to thank you all for the incredible support, particularly my colleagues at BBC Sport, for the remarkable show of solidarity. Football is a team game but their backing was overwhelming. 1/4
I have been presenting sport on the BBC for almost 3 decades and am immeasurably proud to work with the best and fairest broadcaster in the world. I cannot wait to get back in the MOTD chair on Saturday. 2/4
A final thought: however difficult the last few days have been, it simply doesn’t compare to having to flee your home from persecution or war to seek refuge in a land far away. It’s heartwarming to have seen the empathy towards their plight from so many of you. 3/4
We remain a country of predominantly tolerant, welcoming and generous people. Thank you. ❤️ 4/4
@GaryLineker The government - propped up by many in the media - have caused so much harm to those seeking international safety. Thank you for using your considerable platform to challenge & advocate for those who need it most. I hope it inspires others to do the same.
@GaryLineker ....we heard you Gary 👈you've done the right thing here sweetheart ..good bless you .. #GoodBlessGoodPeople 🙏❤️🙏
@GaryLineker But we are run by those that aren't.
@GaryLineker Thank you for doing a public service alerting the country to the dangers of this Govt’s actions which are dehumanising refugees.
@GaryLineker Would you throw some support in for the illegally and indefinitely detained #autistic people in this country @GaryLineker? We could really use the support of a public figure like you. Great cause to take up! And non-political too!
@GaryLineker Absolutely awesome response Gary. Well done. When the sport presenting gets boring, you’d be excellent in Politics 👏🏻💪🏻
@GaryLineker Well done Gary! You’re a man governed by conscience!