- Gary Lineker made a surprise cameo on ITV's World Cup coverage, returning to free-to-air television after departing the BBC last May.
- He was announced as a pundit for the Germany against Ivory Coast match but comically attempted to start presenting the show before being interrupted by Laura Woods.
- Lineker, who will host ITV game show The Box later this year, made a subtle dig at the BBC for not being based in America for the World Cup, contrasting it with ITV's New York studio.
- The former England forward reflected on his own World Cup history, including his 1986 Golden Boot and the 'Hand of God' game.
- He also commented on Harry Kane equalling his record of 10 World Cup goals for England, praising Kane as a superior all-round number nine.
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