There's something special about a father-son bond—especially when it's forged through a shared love of soccer. Andrés Cantor, the legendary voice of Telemundo and Peacock, has been the soundtrack of World Cup soccer for American fans for decades. Now, his son Nico is following in his footsteps, and together they're set to make the 2026 World Cup a family affair.
It's hard to believe, but the World Cup first came to the U.S. 32 years ago. Back then, Andrés was already making his mark, his iconic "GOOOOOOL!" echoing across living rooms nationwide. Today, the Cantors are woven into the fabric of American soccer culture—a culture that has exploded since those early days. With the tournament returning to North America for the first time since 1994, the timing couldn't be more perfect.
Andrés, born in Buenos Aires 63 years ago, bleeds Argentine soccer. A diehard Boca Juniors supporter, he's passed that passion down to Nico, a 32-year-old Miami native who has carved out his own path in broadcasting. Nico now works as an on-air reporter for CBS Sports and Paramount+, covering the UEFA Champions League and Italy's Serie A. While he won't be calling World Cup matches this summer, he'll be hitting the road in an RV, traveling 11,000 miles across 41 days to all 11 U.S. venues. His mission? To capture the stories of the fans, the culture, and the beautiful game from coast to coast.
"The quintessential American experience," Nico says with a smile.
For his part, Andrés is preparing for his 10th World Cup as a broadcaster—his 12th tournament overall. The first two weeks alone will see him calling matches in nine different venues across all three host countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It's a grueling schedule, but for a man who has dedicated his life to soccer, it's a dream come true.
The Cantors expect to cross paths during the 39-day, 48-team competition, starting with the U.S. opener on June 12 at SoFi Stadium outside Los Angeles. "We need to match our itineraries, side by side," Nico laughs. And when they do, you can bet there will be plenty of stories to share—and maybe even a few "GOOOOOOL!" echoes between father and son.