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Fox may have already lost its World Cup breakout star in Zlatan Ibrahimović
He said his Fox analyst role was a one-tournament experiment after a praised debut that drew interest from other networks.
- Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Swedish football icon Zlatan Ibrahimović announced his departure from the Fox Sports studio. Ibrahimović confirmed his postgame show appearance was a one-tournament experiment, marking his first and last time in the analyst's chair.
- Fox Sports president Brad Zager identified Ibrahimović as top talent when building the studio team in March. The former player earned praise for his honest, entertaining work, drawing comparisons to Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley.
- During the postgame show, Ibrahimović thanked colleagues Alexi Lalas and Thierry Henry. "It has been an absolute pleasure," the Swedish star said, noting the team made his transition into broadcasting easy.
- Fox Sports will broadcast major tournaments in the near future, including the 2027 CONCACAF Gold Cup and UEFA Euro 2028. The network holds an interest in maintaining a consistent studio panel to help make those events feel significant.
- Other networks within and outside the United States may pursue Ibrahimović for future roles following his strong performance. Time will tell if the iconic footballer decides to return to the microphone in four years' time.
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Soccer legend moving on from broadcasting following World Cup: ‘Farewell to the studio’
Swedish soccer legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who joined FOX Sports as an analyst for the World Cup, is moving on from broadcasting.
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Breakout sports media star Zlatan Ibrahimovic announces end of short broadcasting career on Fox
After a breakout first stint on the commentary desk, Zlatan Ibrahimovic announced on Fox Sports coverage of the 2026 World Cup Final that he will not be returning for 2030.
·New York, United States
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He is strong of opinion and has no comment. At the World Cup he was ex-professional Zlatan Ibrahimovic TV expert in the USA. But he obviously has no desire for further tournaments in front of the camera.
·Berlin, Germany
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