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Reports: Richard Keys and Andy Gray to Leave beIN Sports at Season’s End, Will Not Front World Cup Coverage

Reports describe an amicable exit reflecting age alongside a shifting sports-media landscape.

Overview

  • The Athletic, cited by the Mirror and Daily Star, reports their contracts expire at the end of the 2025–26 season with no renewals expected.
  • The duo are expected to finish in May, concluding a 13-year stint with the Qatar-based broadcaster.
  • They are not slated to present beIN’s World Cup coverage this summer.
  • Coverage characterizes the departure as friendly, and beIN Sports did not respond to requests for comment.
  • Reported reasons include their ages and the growing pull of influencer, YouTuber and fan-channel formats that have reduced emphasis on traditional studio shows.