September 14th 2024.
Mark Chapman, known for his work on Match of the Day 2 and Radio Five Live, has been given a significant new role at the BBC. He has been chosen as the presenter for the network's Champions League highlights show, which is set to begin next week. This is an exciting opportunity for Chapman, as the BBC has recently secured a three-year deal with UEFA to broadcast match highlights from the prestigious European club competition.
Not only does this new role showcase Chapman's talents, but it also puts him in the running to potentially replace Gary Lineker as the host of Match of the Day. According to reports, the BBC is still in the process of deciding on a successor for Lineker, whose contract is set to expire at the end of the season. While there may be other contenders, Chapman's new position has certainly put him at the forefront.
Interestingly, one of the favorites for the Match of the Day hosting job, Jermaine Jenas, was recently let go by the BBC due to some inappropriate behavior. Despite being a father of four, Jenas admitted to sending unsolicited texts to two female staff members and expressed deep remorse for his actions. He stated that he felt ashamed and had let down not only his friends and family, but also his colleagues.
Jenas also criticized the way the situation was handled by the BBC, describing it as "quick and hell." He felt that different departments were being told different things and that there was no clear plan for his dismissal. Overall, he found the experience to be shocking. With Jenas out of the running, it seems that Chapman's chances of becoming the next host of Match of the Day have only increased. We will have to wait and see how this all plays out.
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