Home / Sports / Netflix Nears Deal for Soccer Broadcasting Legend
Netflix Nears Deal for Soccer Broadcasting Legend
8 Sep
Summary
- Netflix aims to secure Andres Cantor for Spanish-language FIFA Women's World Cup coverage.
- Cantor's legendary "¡goooooooll!" call is synonymous with Spanish soccer broadcasts.
- His Telemundo contract ends soon, paving the way for a Netflix move.
Netflix is reportedly finalizing a deal to bring renowned soccer broadcaster Andres Cantor on board for its Spanish-language coverage of the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, scheduled to be held in Brazil. Cantor is also expected to play a role in the tournament's draw event in December.
Cantor, a celebrated figure in soccer broadcasting, has an impressive history, having covered 14 FIFA World Cups, including the inaugural Women's World Cup final in 1991. His signature "¡goooooooll!" is widely recognized across Spanish-language soccer broadcasts in America.
After a 26-year tenure with NBCUniversal's Telemundo, Cantor's contract is nearing its conclusion. This development occurs as FIFA prepares to put its World Cup media rights up for bid later this year, potentially involving major broadcasters like Fox, Disney, and NBCUniversal, alongside Netflix.
