Joe Hart has excelled as a pundit for the BBC at the World Cup, bringing authoritative goalkeeper analysis that only a former England No 1 can provide. His insights include flagging how keepers get a hand to long-range efforts but cannot keep them out, and how Jordan Pickford's subtle left-sided weight emphasis led to a goal against England by the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Roy Keane's Calm Authority on ITV
Roy Keane has been a top watch on ITV from his chair in New York, offering scathing takes with calm authority. He has provided actual analysis, such as breaking down Brazil's midfield failings in their last-32 match against Japan, and has nailed his look with cropped grey hair and a curated grey beard.
Clint Dempsey's Laid-Back Brutality on Fox
Clint Dempsey, after retiring in 2018 and vanishing from public view, re-emerged as a CBS commentator and has been superb on Fox's World Cup coverage. His analysis is colourful, full of flair, and brutally honest, backed by his credentials as a USMNT legend.
Clarence Seedorf's Granular Analysis
Clarence Seedorf, a former Netherlands international, has been a natural at punditry for Fox. He converses through granular details of sequences and seamlessly shifts into big-picture assessments, making every segment better. Zlatan Ibrahimovic even acknowledged Seedorf as one of his idols.
Harry Kewell's Thoughtful Insights on SBS
Harry Kewell, focusing on coaching since 2014, has seamlessly slipped into the role of pundit on SBS's World Cup panel. He clapped back at US analyst Mike Grella for dismissive comments about Australia and has provided thoughtful analysis, drawing on his coaching experience rather than just his former international status.
Kevin-Prince Boateng's No-Nonsense Style
Kevin-Prince Boateng, living in Australia since retiring and coaching the national six-a-side team, has brought an international flavour to SBS. His no-nonsense style offers an undiluted view of the tournament, particularly for Ghana games, telling it like it is more than anyone else on the panel.
