Gary Lineker
Gary Lineker is a retired English footballer and sports broadcaster, widely regarded as one of England's greatest strikers. He is best known for his time at clubs like Leicester City, Everton, Barcelona, and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as for his prolific scoring for the England national team, including his performance in the 1986 World Cup where he won the Golden Boot. Following his playing career, Lineker became a prominent sports presenter, particularly known for hosting the BBC's 'Match of the Day.' His candid commentary and social media presence have made him a notable figure beyond the football pitch.
Born on Nov 30, 1960 (65 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 5 | 6.40 | 0.22% | +50% | 67,886,011 | 224,887 | $2,700,000 | 8,944$ |
| Germany | 5 | 6.00 | 0.41% | +10% | 83,783,942 | 379,269 | $3,845,000 | 17,405$ |
| Argentina | 3 | 6.00 | 0.25% | +10% | 45,195,774 | 122,251 | $450,000 | 1,217$ |
| Ireland | 3 | 6.00 | 0.25% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 12,523 | $5,100 | 13$ |
| Costa Rica | 2 | 5.50 | 0.16% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 8,283 | $62,000 | 101$ |
| Colombia | 2 | 6.50 | 0.17% | +20% | 50,882,884 | 106,747 | $350,000 | 734$ |
| Italy | 2 | 7.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 99,199 | $2,000,000 | 3,281$ |
| Poland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.16% | +20% | 37,846,611 | 74,148 | $595,000 | 1,166$ |
| Indonesia | 2 | 6.00 | 0.24% | +10% | 273,523,615 | 717,225 | $1,119,000 | 2,934$ |
| Greece | 2 | 7.00 | 0.16% | +10% | 10,423,054 | 18,643 | $190,000 | 340$ |
| Mexico | 1 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 160,364 | $1,200,000 | 1,493$ |
| Guatemala | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 15,005 | $82,000 | 69$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 211,049,527 | 192,340 | $1,500,000 | 1,367$ |
| Uruguay | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 2,857 | $54,000 | 44$ |
| Croatia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,105,267 | 3,346 | $68,000 | 55$ |
| Norway | 1 | 8.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 7,031 | $403,000 | 523$ |
| North Macedonia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 2,083,374 | 2,277 | $12,800 | 14$ |
| Israel | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 9,301 | $400,000 | 404$ |
| Egypt | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 83,743 | $303,000 | 248$ |
| Canada | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 31,964 | $1,700,000 | 1,430$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 9,312 | $89,000 | 76$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 5.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 4,188 | $15,000 | 21$ |
| Honduras | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 8,643 | $25,000 | 22$ |
| Peru | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 26,850 | $230,000 | 187$ |
| Turkey | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 84,339,067 | 69,759 | $720,000 | 596$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 8,806 | $160,000 | 146$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,720 | $56,000 | 46$ |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 9.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 164,689,383 | 331,367 | $350,000 | 704$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 79,720 | $340,000 | 278$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 3,985 | $210,000 | 174$ |
| Totals | 48 | 1,582,279,923 | 2,815,753 | $19,233,900 | 44,032$ |
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Argentina:
Gary Lineker is a former footballer and television presenter advocating for wealth redistribution.
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Italy:
Gary Lineker, a former English national team striker and television personality, is among the signatories urging the UK government to increase taxes on the wealthy.
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Costa Rica:
Gary Lineker is among the wealthy residents urging for higher taxes.
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United Kingdom:
Gary Lineker is among millionaires asking for higher taxes.
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Indonesia:
Gary Lineker is mentioned in a podcast where Burnham discusses potential government budget adjustments.
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Greece:
Gary Lineker was the top scorer of the 1986 World Cup with six goals.
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Germany:
Gary Lineker criticized Tuchel's coaching decisions and questioned his suitability as England's coach.
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Ireland:
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Jamaica:
Gary Lineker questioned whether Tuchel was the right man to lead England forward after the team's defeat.
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Honduras:
Gary Lineker criticized Thomas Tuchel's tactics during the semifinal match against Argentina.
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