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Alexi Lalas insults James Corden during Fox's World Cup coverage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Alexi Lalas insults James Corden during Fox's World Cup coverage
Summary

Alexi Lalas caused a stir on live television during Fox's World Cup coverage by insulting James Corden with a profane remark. The incident occurred after a promotional video for Corden's 'After Hours' show aired. Lalas's comment left fellow panelists Rebecca Lowe, Thierry Henry, and Zlatan Ibrahimović visibly stunned. The term he used is a British slang phrase mocking those wearing complete sports uniforms outside of play. Viewers reacted on social media, some praising Lalas for his bluntness while others highlighted the shock of his language.

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  • •Lalas made the remark during Fox's World Cup coverage on June 12.
  • •His comment followed an advertisement for Corden's show.
  • •Panelists reacted with surprise, prompting a brief recovery period.
  • •The term used is colloquial in British soccer culture.
  • •Social media users had mixed reactions to Lalas's language.
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  • 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup pundit Alexi Lalas stuns Fox News with NSFW James Corden insult on live TV
What they're saying
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Lalas was asked his thoughts on Corden after an advert played for the British actor’s ‘After Hours’ World Cup show

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