Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has announced he is stepping away from television punditry following the 2026 World Cup final. The 44-year-old, who earned 122 caps for Sweden during his illustrious playing career, joined Fox Sports World Cup coverage this summer alongside Rebecca Lowe, Thierry Henry and Alexi Lalas for his first experience as a television analyst.Following Spains 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, Ibrahimovic revealed live on air that the tournament would mark the end of his broadcasting stint.Ive been talking a lot the last one-and-a-half months, so this will be my last words, Ibrahimovic said. I want to thank America. I want to thank all the other people you dont see. I dont remember all their names like Thierry.I hope, America, you enjoyed it as much as I did. And this is also my farewell to the studio.When host Rebecca Lowe asked whether he was leaving for good, Ibrahimovic confirmed there would be no return.This was the first and last time for me so take care, everybody.Despite having no previous television punditry experience before the tournament, Ibrahimovic quickly became a popular figure with viewers thanks to his outspoken analysis and trademark personality. Topics Zlatan Ibrahimovic Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read This is not the Lionel Messi I know Ibrahimovic lashes out at Argentina stars Inter Miami team-mates Jon Fisher 1st July, 2025 Kevin Keegan: England football legend dies aged 75 after cancer diagnosis as Newcastle, Man City, Liverpool, Fulham and Southampton lead tributes Ben Miller 20th July, 2026 World Cup 2026: Full results, dates, games, fixtures and schedule from FIFA football finals Ben Miller 20th July, 2026 Guardiola holds talks with Italy and considers swift return to football management Jon Fisher 20th July, 2026 World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament: Messi headlines star-studded line-up Mitch Fretton 20th July, 2026 World Cup 2026: Five things we wont miss Jon Fisher 20th July, 2026
