Who is commentating Ivory Coast v Ecuador on BBC, FOX and talkSPORT at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
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Ivory Coast v Ecuador at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be available in the UK via the BBC, with live coverage on BBC One/HD and highlights on BBC output, plus audio options across BBC Red Button HD, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds and BBC Sport Online.[1]
The main BBC presentation team for the game is Mark Chapman with co-commentary from Stephen Warnock, while the studio pundits are Benni McCarthy and Ellen White.[1] On BBC audio and digital coverage, Aaron Paul is listed as presenter.[1]
Stephen Warnock is a familiar voice to football audiences after a long playing career in the Premier League, most notably with Liverpool, and he has become a regular analyst and co-commentator on major domestic and international tournaments.[1] Mark Chapman is one of the BBC’s best-known football presenters and has fronted a wide range of live sport, including major tournament coverage for television and radio.[1]
Benni McCarthy, a former Champions League winner with Porto and a South Africa international, brings elite-level playing experience to the BBC team.[1] Ellen White, one of England’s most recognisable modern forwards and a major figure in women’s football, adds a different tactical perspective and tournament pedigree.[1]
For viewers outside the UK, the match is scheduled on FOX platforms in the United States, with JP Dellacamera on main commentary, Lori Lindsey as co-commentator, and Joe Machnik as the former official on duty.[1] In Ireland, RTÉ 2 and RTÉ Player are listed, with the channel using world feed commentators for the match.[1]
The global world feed itself is led by Tony Husband on main commentary and Tab Ramos as co-commentator.[1] On talkSPORT, the broadcast is presented by Ben Fletcher, with Flo Pollock and Michael Gray on commentary duties.[1]
The BBC’s multi-platform approach means British audiences can follow the match in several ways, whether through live television, radio or online audio, which is typical of the broadcaster’s tournament coverage.[1] That includes BBC’s live TV presentation, the highlights service, and the Red Button and digital audio options designed for fans who want flexible access on the move.[1]
For more on the tournament, see the FIFA World Cup 2026 official competition page.
Article generated: 14 June 2026, 12:00 GMT