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A Fox Sports analyst rejected a social media request to refer to the sport as football. The analyst said the request was cringe and stated a preference for the term soccer.
nypost.comA Fox Sports analyst declined a fan request on social media to call the sport football during World Cup coverage. The analyst responded to an X user who suggested changing terminology out of respect for players who use the word football in overseas interviews.
The analyst stated the request would not be granted and described the suggestion as cringe. The analyst added that changing terminology due to insecurity or a desire to appear more authentic does not increase credibility.
Prior on-air comments The analyst previously made comments during a panel discussion about a late-night World Cup show. The remarks prompted reactions from fellow panelists. The analyst and a former player have also exchanged comments during tournament broadcasts.
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