Los Angeles once again takes the spotlight as the World Cup group stage continues, concluding Monday’s fixtures with the final match of the day. Kick-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM local time (2:00 AM UK time).
Iran face New Zealand in what both sides will view as a crucial encounter, with matches against Belgium and Egypt still awaiting them in Group G.
Here’s a look at who will be on BBC’s broadcast team, bringing the late-night action to fans staying up to catch every moment of the contest.
Coverage for UK viewers begins on BBC One at 1:50 AM, just ten minutes before kick-off. As a result, there will be no studio-based build-up, with the broadcast going directly to the live commentary team of Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton.
Chris Sutton, who rose through the ranks at Norwich City, became one half of one of the Premier League’s most iconic strike partnerships alongside Alan Shearer at Blackburn Rovers. The duo, famously nicknamed the SAS, were instrumental in Blackburn’s 1994/95 Premier League title triumph.
After a short stint at Chelsea, Sutton found further success at Celtic, where he became a key figure during his time in Scotland.
Following his retirement, Sutton moved briefly into management, taking charge of Lincoln City for one season. He also earned a single England cap in 1997.
In recent years, Sutton has become a prominent voice in football media, known for his sharp and often sardonic commentary style. He has contributed to Sky Sports, BBC Radio 5 Live, and BBC Sport’s television coverage, becoming a familiar figure to football fans across the UK.