Gary Lineker is standing by his criticism of the “hideously racist” media treatment of refugees after his comments prompted online abuse and a call by Ukip to have him sacked from Match of the Day. Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) The treatment by some towards these young refugees is hideously racist and utterly heartless. https://t.co/gfvl42zxAuBut the Ukip spokesman Patrick O’Flynn called for Lineker to be sacked from Match of the Day for expressing political views on the issue. Very easy to shout racist mate when you’re sitting on a crisp fortune.”But Lineker stood by his remarks, rounding on one critic. Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) I'll say what I want on my twitter feed, thanks.

Source: The Guardian October 19, 2016 13:45 UTC