Graham Potter, speaking at a press conference in Monterrey, Mexico, ahead of Sweden's World Cup game against Tunisia, discussed his career, learning from past experiences with Chelsea and West Ham, and his growth as a coach.
IShowSpeed was jokingly removed from the FOX Sports World Cup set by Zlatan Ibrahimović for predicting Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal would win the tournament. Thierry Henry's stunned reaction became a viral meme, while Speed continued to defend his prediction.
The 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles was criticized for lacking pomp and substance, prioritizing American TV needs and consumerism over traditional spectacle. Fox Sports' extensive coverage, featuring multiple sets and lengthy lead-ins, was seen as the tournament's driving force, with a focus on commercialism and familiar Fox personalities.
During Fox Sports' FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage, streamer IShowSpeed predicted Cristiano Ronaldo would win the tournament. Zlatan Ibrahimovic playfully signaled for Speed to leave the set, creating a viral moment. Ibrahimovic also teased Speed about his outfit.
Dallas Cowboys are reportedly interested in acquiring Miami Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks, who is entering the final year of his contract. Insider Greg Auman calls a Dallas move "inevitable."
FOX Sports has announced a nationwide search for a “Chief World Cup Watcher,” offering $50,000 to watch all 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The selected applicant will stream games in 4K from a Times Square studio, create social media content, and begin work June 6. Applications are open until May 17 via Indeed.
Former FOX Sports Radio host Jason Whitlock linked top NFL reporter Dianna Russini with NFL coaches Mike Vrabel, Mike Tomlin, and Sean McVay. He drew parallels to fast food chains. He referenced an old X post by Steve Levy. Levy praised Samantha Ponder for noticing Russini’s interview success with two NFL coaches during COVID-19 restrictions. Whitlock also recalled a past statement by Dianna Russini. He interpreted it as a confession about her true aspirations.
Jason Whitlock linked NFL reporter Dianna Russini to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, and Rams coach Sean McVay using a fast food chain analogy, referencing Steve Levy's 2020 tweet praising Russini for landing interviews with Vrabel and Tomlin during COVID-19 restrictions. Whitlock suggested that if Russini was photographed with one coach (Vrabel at a Sedona hotel), she likely also interacts with others. Whitlock also shared a mid-April 2026 radio clip where Russini said she wanted to be called 'M*#F' rather than an NFL insider, calling it a confession of her true aspirations.
