or


[04/30/15 - 10:34 AM]
FOX Sports Stocks FIFA Women's World Cup Studio Coverage with Multi-National Firepower
The personalities joining FOX Sports' Women's World Cup coverage, mostly former star players on the international stage, have represented five different countries - USA, Canada, England, Germany and Mexico.

[via press release from FOX Sports]

FOX SPORTS STOCKS FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP STUDIO COVERAGE WITH MULTI-NATIONAL FIREPOWER

Analysts Represented Five Countries Boasting Over 900 Combined International Matches Played

Los Angeles - The start of FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP 2015, just over a month away, is coming with great anticipation, and today FOX Sports continues to unveil its unprecedented coverage plans, announcing its studio analysts for live pre-match, halftime and post-match commentary. The announcement was made by David Neal, FIFA Women's World Cup on FOX Executive Producer.

The personalities joining FOX Sports' Women�s World Cup coverage, mostly former star players on the international stage, have represented five different countries - USA, Canada, England, Germany and Mexico. They combine for an impressive 932 international matches played, including a remarkable 51 FIFA World Cup and Women's World Cup match appearances between 1990 and 2011. The formidable lineup features past United States Men's and Women's National Team stars Angela Hucles, Alexi Lalas, Heather Mitts, Leslie Osborne and Eric Wynalda. Those bringing a global flavor and expertise are retired Canadian WNT striker Christine Latham; Kelly Smith, England's all-time women's leading goal scorer; Ariane Hingst, two-time Women's World Cup champion with Germany; and former Mexican Women's National Team captain Monica Gonzalez. In addition to the former players, longtime FIFA Match Commissioner Dr. Joe Machnik provides his unique insight, interpreting rules and dissecting referee decisions. As was previously announced, FOX Sports' Rob Stone and Sky Sports' Kate Abdo serve as studio hosts throughout the month-long tournament.

"We have an extraordinary team of studio analysts who are knowledgeable, opinionated, and contemporary to the game," said Neal. "Our global roster features an exciting combination of television veterans and dynamic newcomers who all share one very important trait - an abiding passion for international soccer."

In addition to pregame, halftime and postgame shows, the assembled analysts also appear on FOX Sports 1 signature programs AMERICA'S PREGAME and FOX SPORTS LIVE, and FIFA Women's World Cup-themed news and highlights programs throughout the tournament. Studio coverage originates from FOX Sports' customized two-story state-of-the-art studio center on picturesque Coal Harbor in Vancouver beginning Thursday, June 4.

FOX Sports' broadcast team assignments for the Women's World Cup, including match analyst pairings, are expected in coming weeks. Thumbnail biographies on each of the studio analysts, in alphabetical order, are below:

Monica Gonzalez, a member of Mexico's 1999 Women's World Cup squad and former captain, joins FOX Sports' Women's World Cup studio coverage, marking her second time covering the world's biggest women's soccer tournament (previously with ESPN).

Ariane Hingst brings impressive credentials from the field to television. As the youngest player on Germany's 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup squad, she started all her team's matches and scored one goal. She again started every match as Germany won the Women's World Cup 2003, then anchored a defense that did not allow a single goal the entire tournament as Germany successfully defended its title in 2007.

Angela Hucles won two Olympic gold medals and finished third in two Women's World Cups as a stalwart midfielder for the USWNT. During her seven-year career, she played in 109 matches, and since then has contributed to FOX Sports' coverage of the 2014 CONCACAF Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament.

Alexi Lalas, a U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer and standout U.S. Men's National Team defender during the 1994 World Cup, works his fourth straight FIFA World Cup as a studio analyst. This year's event marks his first time covering the women's tournament and his first World Cup event with FOX Sports, having worked three World Cup tournaments with ESPN beginning in 2006.

Christine Latham, a former Canadian Women's National Team striker, amassed 15 goals in 49 caps and a Women's World Cup appearance in 2003. She offers her expertise to the FOX Sports team with the competition taking place in her home country this summer.

Dr. Joe Machnik, a longtime FIFA Match Commissioner, provides insight, opinion and clarification to officiating matters and controversial calls.

Heather Mitts, a former U.S. Women's National Team defender and three-time Olympic gold medalist, serves as a studio analyst covering the Women's World Cup for the second time (previously with ESPN). She was a member of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup USA team that advanced to the final before a devastating penalty-kick loss to Japan.

Leslie Osborne, a retired USWNT defensive midfielder and member of the 2007 Women's World Cup team that reached the semifinals, shares her knowledge as a studio analyst after appearing on the network's coverage of various women's international friendlies, including the Algarve Cup, this year.

Kelly Smith is arguably the greatest women's soccer player in England's history and played collegiate soccer at Seton Hall. She spent considerable time in the U.S. pro leagues and in the UK before retiring from international soccer earlier this year. She has competed in three UEFA Women's Championships, two FIFA Women's World Cups and one Olympics.

Eric Wynalda, another U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer, continues his studio role and is a veteran of FOX Sports' soccer coverage. He played in three World Cups during his career and retired from national team duty as the all-time leading scorer in American history with 34 goals in 106 caps.

FOX Sports plans the most expansive and comprehensive multi-platform coverage ever of the FIFA Women's World Cup(TM), including an unprecedented 16 matches airing live on FOX broadcast network, when the tournament commences on June 6. FOX Sports televises all 52 games in the expanded tournament from six cities across Canada between June 6 and July 5, 2015 live on FOX; FOX Sports 1, America's fastest growing sports network; and FOX Sports 2. All games are available on tablets and mobile devices via the FOX Sports GO app and online at www.FOXSportsGO.com.





  [april 2015]  
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
   


· SHOWATCH
(series past and present)
· DEVWATCH
(series in development)
· MOVIEWATCH
(tv movies and mini-series)





[03/18/24 - 01:59 PM]
Chrissy Metz, Jaime Ray Newman, Katie Lowes, and George Ferrier Join as Series Regulars for Starz's New Drama "The Hunting Wives"
Production on the thrilling new series has started in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[03/18/24 - 11:30 AM]
Video: ALLBLK Releases Trailer for the World Premiere of New Thriller, "The Influencer" Premiering Thursday, April 4
The original film stars Christina Cooper as Niecy Fields, a social media influencer on the cusp of stardom.

[03/18/24 - 10:06 AM]
E! Announces Trendsetting Guest Judges and Pioneering Disruptors for New Cutting-Edge Design Competition Series "OMG Fashun" with Julia Fox
Handcrafted is the new haute couture on "OMG Fashun" as Julia inspires pioneering fashion disruptors to upend traditional style convention, break the rules and redefine cool.

[03/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
Video: Peacock Debuts Trailer For New Original Documentary "Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal" Premiering April 1
The documentary looks at the remarkable career of the late Windham Rotunda also known as Bray Wyatt, one of the most skillful, tenacious, and creative WWE Superstars of all-time.

[03/18/24 - 10:00 AM]
NBC Is the Official Home of Competition and Games This Summer with a Slate of Powerhouse Hit Series
NBC is the summer home for both the Paris Olympic Games and high-stakes competition with a robust lineup of returning powerhouse favorites, including "America's Got Talent," "American Ninja Warrior," "Password," "The Wall" and "Weakest Link."

[03/18/24 - 09:02 AM]
Netflix Announces News About 26 Upcoming Nordic Titles - Including 12 Brand New Titles
Plus: the streamer offers new looks at "Deliver Me," "The Helicopter Heist," "Ronja the Robber's Daughter," "Billionaire Island" and season two of "Baby Fever."

[03/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver" - Official Trailer - Netflix
The rebels gear up for battle against the ruthless forces of the Motherworld as unbreakable bonds are forged, heroes emerge - and legends are made.

[03/18/24 - 09:01 AM]
Video: Disney's "Wish" - Streaming April 3rd - Disney+
Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Wish" is an all-new musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force - a little ball of boundless energy called Star.

[03/18/24 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Our Living World" - Cate Blanchett - Official Trailer - Netflix
This stunning nature series narrated by Cate Blanchett explores the intelligence, resourcefulness and interconnectedness of life on our planet.

[03/18/24 - 08:00 AM]
Acorn TV Fan-Favorite "Harry Wild" Returns Monday, May 13
Season three consists of six episodes and will be available on Acorn TV in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

[03/18/24 - 08:00 AM]
Prime Video Orders "Beast Games" from MrBeast and Amazon MGM Studios
Based on his already successful YouTube show, "Beast Games" is set to become the biggest reality competition series ever with 1000 contestants competing for a $5 million dollar cash prize which will be the biggest single prize in the history of television and streaming.

[03/18/24 - 07:14 AM]
ESPN+ Original Series "Full Court Press" Presented by State Farm Featuring Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso and Kiki Rice to Premiere May 11 & 12 on ABC and ESPN+
From Iowa's historic preseason game that broke attendance records all the way through the WNBA draft in April, the series uses unparalleled access, exclusive interviews, and unique game footage, to transport audiences into the lives of these exceptional athletes.

[03/18/24 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Scoop" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Inspired by real events, this fictional dramatization gives an insider account of how the women of Newsnight secured Prince Andrew's infamous interview.

[03/18/24 - 06:01 AM]
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for Season Two of Iconic Emmy Award-Winning Series "Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock," Premiering Globally March 29
Award-winning season two cast includes the return of Daveed Diggs alongside Ariana DeBose, Brett Goldstein, Catherine O'Hara, Adam Lambert and K-pop group aespa in guest star roles.

[03/18/24 - 04:01 AM]
Video: "Joy" - First Look Teaser - Netflix
Starring Thomasin McKenzie, James Norton and Bill Nighy, the new film based on the story of the birth of IVF.