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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/ 4684 days ago

Future of Sky Sports News On FOX Is Up In The Air

Sky Sports News, the popular 24/7 British sports news network that has been simulcast on FOX Soccer for several years, has been discontinued by FOX Soccer as of June 30. Since Sunday night, no live nor taped simulcasts of Sky Sports News have appeared on FOX Soccer, and the TV schedule through July 14 shows […]

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/ 4684 days ago

1.3 Million Viewers Watch Brazil-Spain Confederations Cup Final

ESPN's coverage of the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup final between Spain and Brazil was watched by 1.3 million people in the United States. The TV rating for the final was a 1.2, according to Nielsen Company. Note that the ratings are US household ratings. While it was less than the viewing figures for the final […]

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/ 4684 days ago

The Best Of Paul Scholes: Goals and Assists From 1993 to 2007

For a walk down memory lane, here are many of Paul Scholes great goals and assists from the 1993 to 2007 period of his Manchester United career. Here's what Socrates, the Brazil legend, said of Scholes: "(Paul Scholes) is good enough to play for Brazil. I love to watch Scholes, to see him pass, the […]

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/ 4684 days ago

Theo Walcott Depicted Manga-Style, Wearing Arsenal Battle Suit [PHOTO]

In coordination with Arsenal's upcoming preseason tour of Asia, the club has decided to create Manga characters based on several of the stars of the Arsenal team. First up on the block to be drawn is Theo Walcott, who has been turned into a Manga warrior as pictured above. “I based Theo's suit loosely on […]

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/ 4684 days ago

Tottenham Should Hand Gareth Bale the Captaincy, Says Glenn Hoddle: Daily Soccer Report

Tottenham Hotspur legend Glenn Hoddle believes that Gareth Bale should be handed the captaincy at the club. Here's what Hoddle said regarding the matter: "I would have a word with Michael Dawson [the current captain] and give Bale the captaincy. "Tottenham have had some wonderful captains over the years: Dave MacKay, Danny Blanchflower and, to […]

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MLS All-Star Jersey for 2013 MLS All-Star Game: Leaked [PHOTO]

The 2013 MLS All-Star Game doesn't kick off until July 31 at Sporting Kansas City's stadium, but a photograph of the shirt that the MLS All-Star Team will be wearing that night has been leaked on the Internet. Inspired by Sporting KC's shirt colors, the 2013 MLS All-Star Team shirt features different shades of blue […]

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/ 4685 days ago

St Pauli Home, Away and Third Shirts for 2013-14 Season: Leaked [PHOTOS]

Outside of the big clubs, one of the most trendy clubs in Germany is St Pauli, the Hamburg-based Bundesliga club that is now in the second division in Germany. The eclectic club (and its eclectic fans) will be looking forward to these new shirts that will be worn by their players. The season begins August […]

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Paulinho Confirms £17million Move From Corinthians to Tottenham: Nightly Soccer Report

In a tearful goodbye, Paulinho had a press reference today to say goodbye to Corinthians as he confirmed he's heading to Tottenham Hotspur in a £17million deal. The 24-year-old midfielder, who was one of the many stars on the Brazilian team who won the Confederations Cup, travels to London this week to take his medical […]

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6.4 Million Watch Brazil Against Spain in Confederations Cup on Univision

A total of 6.4 million viewers watched the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup final game on Univision between Brazil and Spain on Sunday, June 30. It was Univision's highest rated game of the 2013 Confederations Cup. Overall, the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup on Univision Networks reached 18.6 million viewers who tuned in to all or part […]

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/ 4685 days ago

Anticipation Building Among US Soccer Fans For International Champions Cup

Taking a step back and looking at the eight massive soccer clubs that'll be competing in the International Champions Cup later this month in the United States, it's difficult to judge who the bigger stars are — the managers or the footballers? When you have the likes of Chelsea, Real Madrid, AC Milan, Everton, Juventus, […]

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Premier League versus Bundesliga Ticket Prices

Premier League versus Bundesliga ticket prices are just one of the various points of contention between two of Europe's biggest and best leagues. Many of us have heard the arguments. The Bundesliga is better than the Premier League because the tickets are cheaper, the attendances are greater and the league is more financially secure, etc. […]

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/ 4685 days ago

Zenit St Petersburg Home Shirt for 2013-14 Season: Leaked [PHOTOS]

High-flying Zenit St Petersburg will be wearing a futuristic-looking Nike shirt next season, according to these leaked photographs. Zenit's unique logo is embroidered on top of a sharp blue shirt that features sky blue and a darker blue color, as well as white v-neck collar. It's one of the most dynamic and interesting designs from […]

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/ 4685 days ago

AC Milan Home and Away Shirts for 2013-14 Season [PHOTOS]

AC Milan today officially unveiled their new away shirt for the 2013-14 season. The white shirt with gold, red and black trim is smartly designed, with a rounded collar and lines down the side of the shirt as well as shooting out from near the collars, giving the shirt a distinct look. While Milan have […]

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/ 4685 days ago

Sunderland Confirm Signing of Valentin Roberge On a 3-Year Deal: Daily Soccer Report

It's been a busy day at the Stadium of Light, as Sunderland today announced the signing of French defender Valentin Roberge as well as confirming the signings of defender Modibo Diakite from Lazio and midfielder Cabral from FC Basel. Manager Paolo Di Canio is planning on overhauling his squad this summer after shipping out Phil Bardsley, Matt […]

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Blackburn Rovers Home Shirt for 2013-14 Season: Official [PHOTO]

Blackburn's home kit for the 2013-14 season will be available tomorrow. The new Blackburn home shirt, designed by Nike, is one of the best Rovers shirts I've seen in years. The design of it is spectacular. According to the club website: "In acknowledgement of the Football League’s 125th anniversary celebrations – and Rovers’ status as […]