Lineker suspended by the BBC, he had compared the British government to the Nazis – Corriere.it

Storm in England after the BBC’s decision to suspend Gary Lineker, the former national team center forward and now famous and appreciated television commentator. He leaves the lead of the popular Match of the Day program, this was communicated by the public broadcaster that motivated the decision for Lineker’s recent activity on social media. Judged incompatible with the impartiality requirements required of employees and collaborators.

The former Everton, Tottenham and Barcelona player had compared the British government’s immigration measures to those of Nazi Germany. A cruel policy, not very different from those of Germany in the 1930s against the weakest populations. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plan envisaged the forced deportation of irregular migrants to Rwanda. According to the BBC, the commentator should avoid taking sides on party political issues or political controversies.

The suspension goes on until an agreement is found on the use of social media according to the broadcaster’s internal standards. In short, Lineker should backtrack, which is very difficult since the issue has now become national and the former striker has continued to defend his positions by receiving the solidarity of a part of the country but has also received various criticisms. Many point to his privileged status due to the salary of 1.5 million pounds he receives.