Bradley Wright-Phillips reunites with dad Ian Wright after 18 months apart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips reunited with his father, Arsenal icon Ian Wright, after 18 months during coverage of Qatar's soccer match against Switzerland. Both were working on the broadcast, enabling them to meet in person. Ian expressed pride in his son's accomplishments, highlighting Bradley's journey and success in MLS after facing challenges in England. Their reunion comes at a time when Ian is working for ITV in the U.S., making the occasion particularly special.
- •Bradley Wright-Phillips and Ian Wright had not seen each other for 18 months.
- •The meeting occurred during coverage of a World Cup match.
- •Ian Wright expressed pride in his son's achievements in MLS.
- •Bradley Wright-Phillips is the all-time leading goal scorer for New York Red Bulls.
- •Ian Wright works for ITV while covering matches in the U.S.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bradley Wright-Phillips shares emotional reunion with Arsenal legend dad Ian Wright after 18 months
"MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips managed to reunite with his dad, Arsenal legend Ian Wright, after 18 months apart. Wright-Phillips is well-known for his goalscoring exploits while at New York Red Bulls, scoring 126 goals in 240 appearances, making him their all-time record goalscorer.
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