TNT Sports could soon be Rio-less, as Ferdinand keeps the network hanging while eyeing a glossier gig across the pond. His new tie-up with Hollywood bigwigs WME has tongues wagging, especially with the 2026 World Cup headed Stateside. From Premier League punditry to explaining “soccer” to Americans who think a goal’s worth six points, Rio might just be trading studio suits for star-spangled swagger. TNT, meanwhile, is sweating like a Sunday League keeper on penalties.
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