Offering $50,000 to watch all 104 World Cup 2026 matches: how to apply | OneFootball

Fox Sports has opened applications to hire a “Head World Cup Watcher” who will be paid $50,000 to follow all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup. The selected candidate must relocate to Times Square, New York, to create digital content and deliver live reactions during the 39 days of competition.

The opening launched by the sports network turns watching soccer into a paid profession, with a figure that has already gone viral. The main goal is to cover the entire event, which will be split across venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The winner of the position will become a key part of the network’s social media strategy.

They are looking for candidates with communication skills and a passion for soccer

The company is targeting applicants who combine technical knowledge of the sport with strong command of digital tools. The job requires producing constant material and sharing real-time analysis on camera, serving as an active creator of coverage for subscribers.

The application process requires candidates to submit an original video explaining their motivations and qualifications for the role. The company will assess communication skills and the originality of the proposals to narrow down applicants in this limited-slot hiring process.

The challenge of covering 104 matches in less than 40 days from Times Square

The work environment will be a television set built specifically in the heart of New York, in Times Square. This location guarantees massive exposure and a striking visual backdrop for daily broadcasts. The chosen candidate must closely follow each of the 104 matchups scheduled for this edition.

The total duration of the assignment is 39 consecutive days of intense competition. This means a considerable physical and mental demand, since content production must be uninterrupted to meet the needs of digital coverage. Full availability is the strictest requirement of the employment contract.

As for the $50,000 compensation, it covers the entire experience in one of the world’s most expensive cities. Applications are processed exclusively through the promoting network’s official website via a mandatory registration form. Applications will remain open for a limited time until the quota of candidates for the interview stage is filled.

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