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Julie Foudy Exits ESPN Amid FIFA World Cup Streaming Shift

5/18/2025

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Julie Foudy, a trailblazer in women's sports and longtime ESPN anchor, bids farewell to the network after contract renewal talks fell through. This shake-up coincides with Netflix's exciting acquisition of streaming rights for the 2027 and 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cups. Adding to the drama, Pat McAfee voiced worries about Rich Eisen's return to ESPN, as both vie for viewers in the same time slot.

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Julie Foudy, a trailblazer in women's sports and longtime ESPN anchor, bids farewell to the network after contract renewal talks fell through. This shake-up coincides with Netflix's exciting acquisition of streaming rights for the 2027 and 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cups. Adding to the drama, Pat McAfee voiced worries about Rich Eisen's return to ESPN, as both vie for viewers in the same time slot.