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GABBY LOGAN had to leave Match of the Day unexpectedly during the program as Mark Chapman took over presenting responsibilities.

This incident happened on Wednesday while highlights of the most recent Premier League matches were being shown.

A woman in a beige turtleneck sits in front of a blue and purple city skyline backdrop.Gabby Logan had to leave Match of the Day midway through Wednesday’s episode A man with glasses and a grey beard speaking on a BBC program with a city skyline at night in the background.Mark Chapman stepped in at short notice due to Logan’s family emergency

However, just 20 minutes into the broadcast, Logan had to leave the studio.

She exited the episode because of a family emergency.

This led to a last-minute switch to another host.

Chapman, who was presenting a radio show at that time, quickly made his way to the Match of the Day studio to take over the remainder of the program.

The professional broadcaster greeted surprised viewers with poise.

“Unfortunately, Gabby has a family emergency that she needed to address immediately,” he stated.

“She’s gone to handle that, and I’ve come from the radio to finish the show.”

Fans were quick to respond to this unexpected situation.

Many expressed their support for Logan during her family emergency.

Others praised Chapman for his professionalism during the sudden change.

One viewer remarked: “Thinking of Gabby Logan and hoping everything is okay.”

“Mark Chapman sprinting over from the radio to take over is just unbelievable,” another added.

“True professionalism.”

Another viewer stated: “I hope Gabby Logan’s family emergency is not too serious.”

One user commented: “Mark Chapman is a true professional; it’s impressive how he took over MOTD halfway through.”

Another added: “Mark Chapman is incredibly underrated. He’s an outstanding broadcaster, proving it once again tonight.”

“Sending best wishes to Gabby Logan.”

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Why did Gabby Logan leave Match of the Day?

Gabby Logan had to leave the show due to a family emergency.

Who took over presenting duties on Match of the Day?

Mark Chapman took over presenting duties after Gabby Logan had to leave.

How did viewers react to the situation?

Many viewers expressed their support for Gabby Logan and praised Mark Chapman for his professionalism during the unexpected change.