Table of Contents
- Earnings from Netflix
- Podcast Hosting Details
- Production Deal Insights
- Guest Appearances
- Fan Engagement
- Show Schedule
- Reaching an International Audience
GARY LINEKER’S podcast company is poised to earn an impressive £14 million from Netflix during the 2026 World Cup.
Lineker, 65, will be hosting The Rest Is Football podcast this summer in New York while covering the event.
Gary Lineker’s podcast company is set to earn an impressive £14 million from Netflix during the World Cup
Lineker will host The Rest Is Football podcast this summer while covering the World Cup
According to The Times , the renowned TV host’s Goalhanger production company has secured an eight-figure deal that is ten times greater than his previous BBC salary.
Previously, the football legend earned an annual salary of £1.35 million at the BBC before his departure in May.
The show will feature the Leicester great alongside fellow hosts, including Micah Richards.
Additionally, the podcast will host a variety of guests, featuring some of the most prominent names in football.
Listeners will receive regular updates from the England camp, along with fan zone coverage from dedicated reporters.
The Rest Is Football boasts over seven million monthly streams, making it one of the most popular sports podcasts globally.
Two weeks ago, it was reported that the show will transition to a daily format, rather than its current schedule of three times a week.
A source shared: “It’s a really exciting deal, and Gary is thrilled. It means he will be at the World Cup after all.”
“This marks Netflix’s first significant venture into football coverage, featuring a daily show centered around the podcast.
“This will also introduce Gary to an entirely new international audience.”
“Netflix initially approached his company a few months ago, and his son Harry will be joining him in the States as a producer, making it a true family affair.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected earnings from Netflix for Gary Lineker's podcast?
Gary Lineker’s podcast company is expected to earn £14 million from Netflix during the 2026 World Cup.
How often will The Rest Is Football podcast be aired during the World Cup?
The podcast will transition to a daily format during the World Cup, instead of airing three times a week.
Who will be joining Gary Lineker on the podcast?
Gary Lineker will be joined by fellow hosts, including Micah Richards, and a variety of special guests from the football world.
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