When was Fútbol de Primera founded?
Fútbol de Primera was founded in August 1989 by Alejandro Gutman. It began as a radio network serving Spanish-speaking soccer fans in the United States who lacked dedicated coverage on the dial.
Questions about Fútbol de Primera (radio network)
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Who hosts the Fútbol de Primera daily show?
The daily show is hosted by Andrés Cantor, who has been with the program since its launch in 1989. He is joined on air by Sammy Sadovnik, Jaime Gallardo, and Rosa Beatriz Sánchez.
How many stations does Fútbol de Primera broadcast on in the United States?
Fútbol de Primera broadcasts on 115 affiliated stations across the United States. The network also reaches listeners in Central and South America and streams globally on its official YouTube and Twitch channels.
Has Fútbol de Primera broadcast the FIFA World Cup?
Fútbol de Primera has broadcast the FIFA World Cup since 2002, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Its most celebrated World Cup broadcasts span the 2002, 2006, 2010, and 2014 tournaments.
What is the Fútbol de Primera Player of the Year award?
The Fútbol de Primera Player of the Year award was created in 1991 to recognize the best United States men's national soccer team player as voted by U.S. media. For twenty years, the award was sponsored by the American Honda Motor Company.
Where is Fútbol de Primera based and does it have other offices?
Fútbol de Primera is headquartered in Miami, with additional offices in New York City, San Francisco, and San Antonio. Co-chairman Andrés Cantor and co-chairman Alejandro Gutman lead the network.