Gary Lineker makes an unexpected appearance on ITV’s World Cup 2026 coverage, appearing alongside presenter Laura Woods, multiple outlets report. The former BBC presenter is currently starring on Netflix’s “The Rest Is Football” and brings a light moment during the broadcast, joking with Woods with the remark “Sorry, old habits!” as cameras capture their interaction. The cameo is described as a surprise on-air segment, with Lineker stepping in during ITV’s tournament coverage rather than appearing as a routine on-screen contributor. Reports focus on the informal exchange between Lineker and Woods and on the fact that his appearance is not scheduled as a standard part of ITV’s presenting lineup for the event. The outlets that cover the moment present it as a brief but notable crossover for audiences, linking Lineker’s current role on Netflix to a sudden return to live television coverage of a major tournament. No additional details about the purpose of the cameo are provided beyond the on-air interaction.