Rebecca Lowe is set to take on a prominent role in FOX Sports’ coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a rare and noteworthy on-air crossover between two major networks. The NBC Sports’ lead Premier League presenter will join FOX as part of its hosting team for next summer’s global tournament. The Athletic was first to report the addition.
The announcement was made by FOX Sports President of Production & Operations/Executive Producer Brad Zager.
“FOX Sports is thrilled to welcome Rebecca to our team for FIFA World Cup 2026™,” said Zager. “Rebecca is a world-class presenter and one of the most respected and revered voices in the global soccer landscape. We look forward to having her help lead the conversation among our roster of esteemed broadcasters and are grateful to NBC Sports for granting Rebecca the opportunity to cover the tournament with FOX.”
For 12 years, Lowe has been one of NBC’s most trusted soccer voices. She has built a strong connection because of that with U.S. viewers. Beyond leading the network’s Premier League coverage, she regularly appears on Olympic broadcasts and the Kentucky Derby telecast.
“To have the chance to host the FIFA World Cup™ – the greatest event on Earth – in my adopted home country and help to continue to spread the word of the beautiful game across the U.S. is truly a dream,” said Lowe. “I’m so thankful to both NBC and FOX and am already counting down the days until the tournament kicks off next summer.”
Her experience, credibility, and ease with both casual and hardcore soccer fans made her an attractive option as FOX Sports finalized its World Cup roster.
The 2026 tournament expands to 48 teams and spans host cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With Kate Scott leaving FOX Sports for a full-time Champions League role at CBS Sports, the network needed a host with proven soccer credentials and broad recognition among fans. Lowe checks every box.
Rob Stone, who has long served as FOX’s primary soccer studio host and leads the network’s Big Noon Kickoff college football program, will continue in his World Cup role.
However, Fox has not yet announced its full broadcast lineup, leaving room for additional moves as the tournament approaches.
Lowe’s shift required formal approval from NBC. Cross-network borrowing has become increasingly sensitive as media companies compete for live sports viewership. NBC, however, reportedly granted FOX Sports the clearance needed for Lowe to participate in its World Cup plans.
Even with her expanded responsibilities next summer, Lowe’s ongoing work with NBC will remain fully intact. She will continue in her regular roles as the face of the Premier League in the United States. Lowe will also continue as part of NBC’s Olympic and Derby coverage.
For FOX Sports, the addition of Lowe signals a commitment to elevating its World Cup presentation. She presents a host who brings both authority and familiarity.
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