ITV Sport has confirmed its extensive punditry and commentary lineup for the upcoming World Cup 2026 tournament, which will be held across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The lineup features established figures such as Gary Neville, Roy Keane, and Patrick Vieira, alongside new additions including Ange Postecoglou and Juan Mata.
Coverage Details
The broadcaster plans to cover 29 group stage matches during the tournament, which is scheduled to run from 11 June to 19 July. ITV Sport's coverage will be presented by Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods, and Semra Hunter from a dedicated base near Brooklyn Bridge in New York.
Pundit Enthusiasm
Pundits Roy Keane and Patrick Vieira expressed their enthusiasm for the tournament, with Vieira specifically tipping his home country, France, as the favourites to win the World Cup. The inclusion of Ange Postecoglou, the current Tottenham Hotspur manager, adds a fresh perspective to the panel, while former Chelsea and Manchester United star Juan Mata brings his experience from winning the World Cup with Spain in 2010.
