Philanthropy and Community at the Forefront

March 3, 2026 Aaroni Rahman 0 Comments

In Southern California, FOX Sports icons Alexi Lalas, Cobi Jones, Jenny Taft, and Danielle Slaton headlined the Soccer Forward Festival. Partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the event provided soccer clinics and mentorship for over 100 youth, marking the first of many “Soccer Forward Fests” planned across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

Multi-Platform Digital Series Launch

To keep fans engaged during the final 100-day stretch, FOX Sports Digital debuted two major daily series:

100 Moments: A daily spotlight on the greatest historic plays in FIFA World Cup™ history.
100 Fun Facts: Engaging tidbits and records focused on the 2026 tournament’s expanded 48-team format.
State of the Union: Alexi Lalas and Brian McBride released a special “100 Days To Go” podcast episode previewing the 16 host cities.

The Most Ambitious Production in History

CEO Eric Shanks emphasized that FOX Sports is preparing for its most complex broadcast yet. With matches spread across 11 U.S. cities, Mexico, and Canada, the network is leveraging its entire family of channels—including FOX News and FS1—to ensure every fan is ready for the 39-day summer spectacle.