Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterSemra Hunter has become one of the standout stars of ITV's coverage at the 2026 World Cup.The American presenter has quickly won over viewers alongside Laura Woods and Mark Pougatch as the broadcaster covers the biggest FIFA World Cup in history.But while football fans are getting to know her on screen, there's plenty more to Hunter than meets the eye. Heres 10 things you should know about ITV's superstar presenter.10 things to know about Semra HunterShe was born in Los Angeles, California on 11 March, 1987Hunter had dreams of being a professional footballer, but a bad injury at 16 meant she had to park those dreamsNot only was she good at football, she was a junior Olympic volleyball championAfter completing a bachelor's degree in peace and conflict studies she went on to study at the Real Madrid International School, where she did her master's degree in communication and sports journalismShe is a polyglot, meaning she can speak multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Turkish and CatalanHunter was the host for FIFAs UEFA Preliminary Draw for the 2026 World CupIn a full circle moment she joined Real Madrid TV for two-and-a-half-years in 2013She is an expert in Spanish footballHunter has worked as a Spanish football expert for multiple household names, including; BBC, the Guardian, Sky Sports, Talksport, CNN, ITV, and Channel 4.She has worked for ITV since 2022 after the channel secured rights to 10 La Liga matches a seasonGet FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Ewan GenneryFreelance writerEwan is a freelance writer and social media manager who has worked for The Athletic, GOAL, 90min and OneFootball. From Gelsenkirchen to Riyadh, he has covered some of the biggest games in football in his three years in the industry.
