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Football Icon Dumped by Broadcaster Without a Word
3 Jul
Summary
- Prominent broadcaster absent from World Cup coverage.
- He claims he was not contacted by the network.
- Fans and former players express disappointment.
Fans are questioning the absence of a prominent former Australian soccer player and sports broadcaster from SBS's 2026 World Cup coverage. The 57-year-old, a familiar face for the last six World Cups on the national broadcaster, was not included in this year's team. He revealed to Code Sports that he received no contact from SBS regarding participation.
This decision has sparked disappointment among viewers and former players. Socceroos great Robbie Slater voiced his strong disagreement with the network's choice, calling the broadcaster a "national treasure" and suggesting his exclusion would displease the late Les Murray. Slater highlighted the broadcaster's extensive knowledge and experience, noting it as a significant loss for the coverage.
