Ange Postecoglou lands World Cup punditry role as ITV unveils star-studded lineup

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19 May 2026 • 9:53 PM MYT
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Ange Postecoglou lands World Cup punditry role as ITV unveils star-studded lineup

ITV Sport has confirmed its extensive punditry and commentary line-up for the upcoming World Cup 2026 tournament, which will be held across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

The line-up features established figures such as Gary Neville, Roy Keane, and Patrick Vieira, alongside new additions including Ange Postecoglou and Juan Mata.

The broadcaster plans to cover 29 group stage matches during the tournament, which is scheduled to run from 11 June to 19 July.

ITV Sport's coverage will be presented by Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods, and Semra Hunter from a dedicated base near Brooklyn Bridge in New York.

Pundits Roy Keane and Patrick Vieira expressed their enthusiasm for the tournament, with Vieira specifically tipping his home country, France, as the favourites to win the World Cup.

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ITV reveals World Cup 2026 pundits and commentators line-up including Ange Postecoglou and Juan Mata

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