Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris

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Since launching World Soccer Talk in 2005, Harris has played an influential role in shaping how broadcasters deliver the sport by providing in-depth analysis and reviews of the soccer TV coverage. He has interviewed virtually all media executives at the different media giants to stay apprised of changes in OTT and broadcast television while also keeping up with the latest reports and breaking news about key soccer rights acquisitions and the media landscape. Christopher is a member of the North American Soccer Reporters (NASR). He's the recipient of 18 WebAwards from the Web Marketing Association. Prior to World Soccer Talk, Chris wrote for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel as well as The Palm Beach Post and Palm Beach Illustrated.

latest articles by Christopher Harris

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/ 4323 days ago

Where to Find the USA vs Portugal Game On US Television And Internet

Today's must-see game between USA and Portugal will be shown live on US television and Internet beginning at 6pm ET/3pm PT (coverage begins at 5pm ET/2pm PT). If the United States beats Portugal, it will advance to the next round of the World Cup. If they draw or lose, then that's another story. If you […]

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/ 4324 days ago

WATCH Leo Messi Score 91st Minute Winner For Argentina Against Iran [VIDEO]

Leo Messi scored a 91st minute goal for Argentina to break the hearts of Iran in Saturday's World Cup game in Belo Horizonte. The brilliant goal by Messi was another one of his trademarks goals as he curled his shot into the corner of the net in injury time. The magic of Messi defeated an […]

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/ 4324 days ago

Review of ESPN's World Cup TV Coverage After Week 1

When ESPN's coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup began on opening day, June 12, my main thought was that the producers for its soccer coverage must have been counting down the days until the NBA Finals and US Open were over. At first, the focus on two traditional American sports seemed to get in […]

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/ 4325 days ago

England's Pathetic Performance In Miami Foreshadowed World Cup Demise

For World Cup 2014, England supporters bought 57,000 tickets for the games in Brazil, and each spent countless thousands of British pounds to travel halfway across the world to support their team. Based on the performances in the two games England played against Italy and Uruguay, it's a wonder that the England national team has […]

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/ 4326 days ago

ESPN Announces World Cup TV Commentator Assignments

ESPN has announced its World Cup TV commentator assignments for the second week of coverage from Brazil, from June 20 to June 26. There are few surprises in the assignments for the final games of the Group Stage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Ian Darke and Taylor Twellman will commentate the US-Portugal and US-Germany […]

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/ 4327 days ago

More Than 11 Million Watch Mexico Against Brazil On Univision Deportes and ESPN

Tuesday's telecast of Mexico against Brazil in the 2014 FIFA World Cup was viewed by 6.8 million people on Univision Deportes, which beat ESPN's coverage of the same game by 61%, and 4.2 million people on ESPN. Through yesterday, Univision's viewing numbers for the 2014 World Cup are 54% greater than in World Cup 2010 […]

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/ 4329 days ago

NBC Sports Launches New Ad to Remind Viewers That It's the Home of World's Greatest Players [VIDEO]

NBC Sports has launched a new TV commercial to remind soccer fans in the United States that it is the "home" of the world's greatest players. The new commercial launched tonight in select markets during half-time of the US-Ghana game on ESPN. The new Premier League season kicks off on NBCSN/NBC on Saturday, August 16 […]

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/ 4331 days ago

Mexico's 1-0 Victory Against Cameroon Viewed By 5 Million On Univision

Univision's broadcast of Mexico against Cameroon on Friday was viewed by 5 million people in the United States. The game was aired on the Univision Network, and was simulcast on Univision Deportes Network (UDN), from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on June 13, 2014. In the TV ratings battle between Univision and ESPN, Univision Deportes has […]

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/ 4331 days ago

7 Most Revealing World Cup Odds After Days 1-2 Of Tournament

After two days of matches in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the implication of the results thus far have direct impacts on the odds of teams advancing and winning the World Cup. Thanks to Chris McFarland at ShareDraft.com, here are the 7 most revealing odds after days 1-2 of the tournament. 1. Spain drops from […]

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/ 4332 days ago

WATCH: São Paulo Neighborhood Erupt in Deafening Cheers After Brazil Scores [VIDEO]

When soccer aficionados talk about how cities literally shut down during games in a World Cup, we all nod and imagine what that must be like. But own savvy Brazilian decided to put a camera on his window and record the sights and sounds of the city of his São Paulo neighborhood during the Brazil […]

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/ 4332 days ago

Chile vs Australia, World Cup Group Stage: Open Thread

For readers in the United States, what a treat this is to watch a World Cup match during primetime instead of early morning hours. After a brilliant day of soccer, here we go. Chile against Australia. Everyone is convinced the Socceroos will get thrashed. Let's hope it's a thrilling game no matter what. Where to […]

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/ 4332 days ago

A Record 5.1 Million People Watched Brazil vs Croatia On Univision

Both Univision and ESPN delivered huge numbers for its coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup opening game between Brazil and Croatia on Thursday. An average of 5.1 million people watched the game on Univision, while 4.4 million watched it on ESPN. The viewing numbers give Univision the advantage on day one of the tournament […]

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/ 4332 days ago

In South Florida, Nothing Goes Better Than A World Cup With Food Trucks and Craft Beer

In South Florida this summer, three worlds collide as World Cup soccer combines with food trucks and craft beers for a unique viewing experience. The World Cup is an incredible experience. But seeing the games at a bar or pub with friends, colleagues or strangers is even better than watching it at home on a […]

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/ 4332 days ago

World Cup Opening Game Scores Big Numbers On Univision and ESPN

Overnight viewing figures for the World Cup opening game between Brazil and Croatia scored impressive numbers last night. In New York City, the country's biggest TV market, the World Cup (on ESPN and Univision) posted the same 18 share as the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat. The World Cup game […]

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/ 4333 days ago

Where to Find the World Cup On US Television

Every game of the FIFA World Cup, the world's biggest sports tournament, will be shown live on US television from June 12 to July 13, 2014. There are so many options to choose from including free over-the-air television as well as online streaming options that require no authentication until the quarter-finals through to the final. […]