Thomas Müller, Jürgen Klopp, and Mats Hummels to Commentate on MagentaTV for FIFA World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026, set to take place from June 11 to July 19 across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, will feature enhanced German-language media coverage with renowned football personalities Thomas Müller, Jürgen Klopp, and Mats Hummels serving as commentators for MagentaTV. This addition is aimed at enriching the viewing experience for German fans during the tournament.

The tournament's opening match will be held in Mexico City between Mexico and South Africa, while the final will take place in New York/New Jersey. Germany’s national team, coached by Julian Nagelsmann, is scheduled to face Curaçao on June 14, Ivory Coast on June 20, and Ecuador on June 25 in the group stage. These matches will be broadcast on ARD, ZDF, and streamed live on MagentaTV.

Thomas Müller, a key player for the German team, expressed his enthusiasm: “This will be a great football World Cup.” The involvement of Müller along with Klopp and Hummels, both prominent figures in German football, is expected to provide insightful and engaging commentary throughout the tournament.

The 2026 World Cup will introduce new features such as a round of 16, allowing 32 of the 48 participating teams to advance to the knockout stage, and mandatory drink breaks in every game. With 16 venues hosting matches — nine of which are in the U.S. city of Dallas — the scheduling is unprecedented, spanning 16 different kickoff times from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. German time.

Argentinian, the reigning champions from the 2022 Qatar World Cup, will aim to defend their title as the world’s eyes turn to this highly anticipated event. German fans will benefit from the robust broadcast coverage and expert commentary that MagentaTV and public broadcasters ARD and ZDF are delivering, promising a comprehensive and immersive football experience.

This blend of expert analysis and wide accessibility marks an exciting build-up to one of football's biggest spectacles, engaging millions across Germany and beyond.