ESPN Wants the World Cup Back and We Are Here For It
- The big news from Fanatics Fest in New York.
- Why ESPN misses its soccer roots.
- The plan for the 2030 tournament.
Finally, some news about our favorite weekend sport. We just saw that ESPN is officially looking to get the World Cup back. It has been a while, hasn’t it?
Jimmy Pitaro is the boss over at ESPN. He confirmed the news this week at a big event. He says the tournament is part of their DNA. We agree. It belongs there.
Think about the vibe. The bright green grass on your screen. The neon jerseys. The colorful flags in the stands. It is a visual feast that we have missed seeing on that channel. Much like how movie theaters are making a comeback, maybe classic TV sports are too!
It is not just about the game. It is about the aesthetic of the whole world coming together. We remember watching it for twenty years on ESPN. It felt right. Just like how Meg Stalter finally spoke up after her big miss, ESPN is ready to talk again.
They want the 2030 rights. That is a long way off. Still. The excitement is already building. We are ready for those early morning matches. We want the loud cheering back on our favorite sports network.
Our Take
Soccer just looks better on some networks. ESPN knows how to capture the energy. We think this is a smart move for Disney. It brings back a piece of their soul. Plus, we really want to see those high-def replays again! It is way less scary than Craig Melvin’s studio scare, that is for sure.
