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Soccer Icon Ray Hudson Retires After 23 Years

9/9/2025

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Ray Hudson, a notable soccer broadcaster, retired after 23 years, including three with CBS Sports.
At 70, he called the decision heartbreaking but necessary for personal reasons, especially for his wife, Joan.
Hudson became a cult figure in American soccer, celebrated for his poetic commentary on stars like Messi and Ronaldo.
His career began after playing in the North American Soccer League and coaching in MLS.
Hudson's final matches included the exciting Barcelona-Inter Milan Champions League semifinal.

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Story summary

Ray Hudson, a notable soccer broadcaster, retired after 23 years, including three with CBS Sports.
At 70, he called the decision heartbreaking but necessary for personal reasons, especially for his wife, Joan.
Hudson became a cult figure in American soccer, celebrated for his poetic commentary on stars like Messi and Ronaldo.
His career began after playing in the North American Soccer League and coaching in MLS.
Hudson's final matches included the exciting Barcelona-Inter Milan Champions League semifinal.