Sports Media Report
Telemundo today announces the launch of Telemundo Deportes Ahora, its 24/7 Spanish-language Sports FAST channel, debuting August 14 initially on Peacock, Xumo Play, the NBC News FAST hub, and Telemundo.com, with some content livestreaming on YouTube. Telemundo Deportes Ahora will roll out on additional platforms over the coming months.
“With Telemundo Deportes Ahora, we’re giving Hispanic audiences another way to connect with the sports they love, complementing our sports offering and enhancing their viewing experience on the road to World Cup and beyond,” said Joaquin Duro, Executive Vice President of Sports, Telemundo.
This new streaming channel delivers a dynamic, always-on sports viewing experience, with more than 50 hours of new Spanish-language content weekly, including original programming, live shows and select live sporting events, designed for today’s digital-first audiences. And as the countdown to FIFA World Cup 26™ intensifies, Telemundo Deportes Ahora will feature comprehensive coverage across fútbol and beyond, expert commentary and a fresh take on sports storytelling. Telemundo Deportes Ahora will complement Telemundo’s most valuable sports rights with additional properties, such as Básquetbol LATAM, select MMA events, Bare-Knuckle Boxing, and Pro-Paddle League.
Telemundo’s roster of award-winning sports talent will contribute to FAST channel programming, delivering extended and dedicated coverage. Andres Cantor, Carlota Vizmanos, Diego Balado, and Luis Omar Tapia will expand their Premier League coverage; Jorge Calvo, José Luis López Salido, and Miguel Gurwitz will provide additional Liga MX content; and Isabella Echeverri will supplement U.S. Soccer programming on Telemundo Deportes Ahora.
Telemundo will premiere new live studio shows exclusively for Telemundo Deportes Ahora. Below are the daily live shows airing Monday through Friday offering real-time coverage of the day’s top headlines, spirited debates, analysis and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the sports world debuting with the launch:
- Telemundo Deportes Al Día – 1 p.m. ET: Hosted by Carmen Boquín, the show kicks off the day with the freshest sports news and a preview of the day’s programming. Carmen delivers key headlines and sets the stage for the rest of the sports coverage.
- Puesta a Punto – 6 p.m. ET: An engaging show filled with debate, analysis, and in-depth commentary. Telemundo’s roster of award-winning sports talent brings their experience and insight, inviting audiences to take part in the conversation.
- El Pelotazo Ahora – 11 p.m. ET: Hosted by Diego Arrioja, Pablo Mariño, and Verónica Rodríguez with regular contributions by Adriana Monsalve, the show serves as an extension of the network’s late-night sports show with a 360° approach, energetic hosts, guests, and lively debates, delivering a fresh take on the day’s most talked-about sports moments.
Telemundo Deportes Ahora will also present a suite of original programming designed to keep fans informed and entertained around key sports properties. Shows such as Fútbol MX, Fútbol US Soccer and Tercer Tiempo Ahoradeliver the latest stories, biggest goals and expert breakdowns across Mexican, U.S. and global fútbol plus other major sports moments around the games. For Premier League fans, the channel will offer a rich slate of complementary content, including weekly highlight reels (Zona de la Premier League), player profiles (Historias y Leyendas de la Premier League), pre- and post-match analysis (Previa de la Premier League and Repaso de la Premier League), as well aslegacy specials (Campeones de la Premier League).
In addition to its live offerings, Telemundo Deportes Ahora will offer weekly original programming, including:
- Panorama Deportivo: A comprehensive look at the U.S. sports landscape, hosted by Jorge Calvo. This informative program dives into national trends with in-depth reporting and analysis, providing audiences with a full, detailed snapshot of the current sports scene.
- Somos o No Somos: Hosted by Gurwitz, this is a fresh, energetic, and opinion-driven talk show that brings bold perspectives to the table. Whether the debate gets heated or stays lighthearted, this is the space for passionate takes on the week’s biggest topics.
- Mundo PX Sports: A front-row seat to the world of extreme sports. This weekly show features news, highlights, exclusive interviews, mini-docs, and stunning scenery—all produced with a cinematic lens that captures the thrill of adrenaline-fueled action.
Telemundo Deportes Ahora joins Telemundo’s growing FAST channel lineup, including Telemundo Al Día (news, entertainment, reality, and sports), Noticias Telemundo Ahora (24/7 Spanish-language news), Telemundo Acción (high-energy action series) and Caso Cerrado (Telemundo’s iconic courtroom show). This expansion reinforces Telemundo’s commitment to diverse, on-demand content. For more information on Telemundo Deportes Ahora channel visit www.telemundo.com.
Telemundo Deportes, the sports division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, is the leading U.S. Spanish-language sports production brand, home to the biggest live events and most relevant sports content across all platforms, including Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and digital and social media channels. Telemundo Deportes produces 24/7 sports news and entertainment, led by a diverse, award-winning commentary team, and delivers a robust lineup of studio programming and live events, including exclusive Spanish-language coverage of FIFA events, including FIFA World Cup 2026™, and U.S. Soccer through 2026, the Premier League, Chivas de Guadalajara, NFL’s Sunday Night Football, NBA, the Olympic Games, and other major sporting events.
