Telemundo Announces More Soccer Legends for Its World Cup Commentator Team
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Telemundo, the exclusive Spanish-language home of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, continues to build its formidable team of experts, announcing a new group of legendary players who will join its multiplatform coverage of the tournament. A final round of experts will be announced next week to join the network for this historic event. This group further enhances Telemundo's roster with a dynamic mix of global experience, leadership, and star power, bringing together iconic forwards, imposing defenders, and influential midfielders who have excelled on the most important international stages of the sport. "Continuing to build on this incredible roster allows us to deepen the connection with fans through authentic voices that have experienced the World Cup," said Joaquín Duro, executive vice president of Sports and Streaming Director at NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. "Each of these legends brings a unique perspective that will enrich our storytelling and coverage across all platforms." The new additions include Jorge Valdano (Argentina | Forward), Carlos Salcido (Mexico | Defender/Midfielder), Alejandro Bedoya (USA | Midfielder), Iván Zamorano (Chile | Forward), Diego Lugano (Uruguay | Defender), and Iván Ramiro Córdoba (Colombia | Center Back). With decades of experience at the highest levels of the sport, these experts will provide in-depth analysis, privileged insights, and captivating narratives throughout Telemundo's coverage. They join an already star-studded lineup that includes Mexico's captain Andrés Guardado, Real Madrid icon Guti, renowned Argentine coach José Pékerman, former Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia, and legendary Panamanian forward Dely Valdés.
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