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ITV and BBC reveal 2026 World Cup commentator and pundit line-ups

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:46 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

ITV and BBC reveal 2026 World Cup commentator and pundit line-ups
Summary

ITV and BBC Sport have announced their line-ups for the 2026 World Cup, featuring a mix of experienced commentators and former stars. The tournament will see BBC airing 54 matches while ITV broadcasts 29 from its Brooklyn studio. Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, and Roy Keane are among the notable pundits. Commentators include Guy Mowbray and Sam Matterface. Presenters such as Kelly Cates and Mark Pougatch are also part of the coverage, set to provide insight during the tournament scheduled for this summer across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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  • •BBC Sport to broadcast 54 matches, ITV to show 29.
  • •Pundits include Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, and Roy Keane.
  • •Commentary teams feature Guy Mowbray and Sam Matterface.
  • •Presenters include Kelly Cates and Mark Pougatch.
  • •Coverage begins this summer across North America.
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The star-studded line-ups aim to bring enthusiasm, insight and analysis across a packed summer of football

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