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TUBI LINES UP PLAYERS FOR ORIGINAL DOCUSERIES "DESTINATION WORLD CUP 2026" WITH WESTON McKENNIE MARC CUCURELLA, AND HARRY WILSON
Six-Part Original Docuseries Profiles the International Soccer Stars
as they Prepare for the World's Greatest Sporting Event
SAN FRANCISCO, March 18, 2026 - Tubi (www.tubi.tv), Fox Corporation's (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) ad-supported streaming service, today announced the featured players of its upcoming original docuseries, "DESTINATION WORLD CUP 2026." International soccer stars Weston McKennie of host nation United States, Marc Cucurella of pre-tournament favorite Spain and Harry Wilson of Wales, a nation still in contention for a place in the tournament, will be profiled as they navigate their individual journeys to the world's greatest sporting event. Their stories will capture the contrasting pressures of hosting on home soil, carrying championship expectations and battling to qualify on the global stage. The series will premiere exclusively on Tubi on Thursday, April 30th ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) this summer with episodes launching weekly thereafter.
"DESTINATION WORLD CUP 2026" is an immersive six-episode series that pulls fans deep into the personal and professional worlds of McKennie, Cucurella and Wilson, as they enter a defining chapter of their lives. The series follows these standout players through the intensity of international duty, the weight of club expectations and the ongoing effort to stay grounded amid global scrutiny. Produced by 4.4.Forty Media and Headers & Volleys Entertainment, the series delivers a rare, all-access look at the personal stakes behind football's biggest stage.
"Tubi continues to expand its programming at the intersection of sports and culture, where the game is just the beginning of the story," said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer at Tubi. "With "DESTINATION WORLD CUP 2026," we're bringing the fans together, regardless of which team they're rooting for, to experience the intensity, ambition and humanity behind the players preparing for the world's biggest stage. As the World Cup returns to North America for the first time in over 30 years, we're excited to give viewers a front-row seat to this defining moment in global sport."
A standout for the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT), McKennie has become a central figure in the squad's resurgence on the global stage. McKennie is a powerhouse midfielder who launched his professional career immediately out of the FC Dallas Academy with top-flight experience in Germany's Bundesliga and Italy's Serie A. His box-to-box endurance, aerial ability and fearless style of play have made him a critical player in the USMNT's recent international campaigns and preparation for FIFA World Cup 2026(TM).
A high-energy Spanish footballer known for his tenacious defending and attacking support as a left back, Cucurella represents Spain at the international level, where his work rate, tactical intelligence, and versatility make him a valuable asset on the back line. He is a European champion with the Spanish national team and a FIFA Club World Cup(TM) champion with Chelsea, earning selection as the best fullback of the tournament in both competitions. Cucurella began his professional career with FC Barcelona's famed La Masia academy before rising through Spain's La Liga and the English Premier League.
Wilson is a dynamic Welsh midfielder and key playmaker for the Wales national team. A product of Liverpool's academy, Wilson has built a strong career across top clubs in the UK and a reputation for clutch performances. He continues to be a driving force in Wales midfield lineup helping lead Wales through multiple major tournaments and renowned for his ability to unlock defenses and deliver in high-pressure moments on the international stage.
Following the premiere on Tubi, FS1 will air the first five episodes with the finale scheduled to air on FOX.
From Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19, FOX Sports will be America's official English-language home for FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) presenting all 104 tournament matches live across FOX (70) and FS1 (34) with every match streaming live and on-demand within FOX One's new, innovative World Cup viewing experience and the FOX Sports App.
The biggest-ever edition of the global showcase, FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) marks FOX Sports' sixth all-time presentation of the celebrated tournament following its award-winning and record-breaking coverage for the Men's tournaments in 2022 (Qatar) and 2018 (Russia) and the Women's tournaments in 2023 (Australia & New Zealand), 2019 (France) and its inaugural presentation in 2015 (Canada). The network has won multiple prestigious awards over its 10 years presenting FIFA World Cup(TM) coverage, including eight Sports Emmy Award wins and numerous nominations.
About Tubi
Boldly built for fandom, Tubi is a free on demand streaming service that entertains over 100 million monthly active users. Tubi offers the world's largest collection of Hollywood movies and TV shows, thousands of creator-led stories and hundreds of Tubi Originals made for the most passionate fans. Headquartered in San Francisco and founded in 2014, Tubi is part of Tubi Media Group, a division of Fox Corporation.
About 4.4.Forty Media
4.4.Forty Media is a content production company uniquely positioned to amplify powerful and culture-defining human stories across sports, music, and entertainment. With the ability to leverage relationships and resources from UTA, KLUTCH Sports Group, and ROOF, our mission is to bring together athletes, musicians, entertainers, and creators to craft compelling narratives that resonate across all platforms. Operating at the intersection of culture and storytelling, we unlock opportunities in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
About Headers & Volleys Entertainment
Headers & Volleys Entertainment is an entertainment studio creating world class documentaries and unscripted formats for a global audience. Founded by Nick Emmerson, who worked in elite sport before leading some of the most renowned TV studios in the world, H&VE is a creative force with a pedigree for transforming ideas into unforgettable stories and experiences.
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