The final expert lineup depends on the World Cup group draw, influencing whether Klopp and Müller appear together or separately.

Diehl describes Klopp as a world-class trainer and football purist, emphasizing alignment on how his role should be filled during the marathon event.

Klopp has secured a pundit role with German TV Magenta TV for the FIFA World Cup 2026, signaling a non-managerial return to the game.

Telekom CEO Rodrigo Diehl lauds Klopp and Müller as top football experts, noting Klopp’s past success with Dortmund and Liverpool.

Since stepping down as Liverpool manager in 2024, Klopp serves as Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull, overseeing clubs like RB Leipzig, RB Salzburg, New York Red Bulls, and Paris FC.

MagentaTV announced the appointment on Thursday.

Klopp expresses enthusiasm for the expert format and acknowledges the World Cup’s long schedule presents special challenges.

Telekom has recruited Klopp as a prominent expert alongside Müller to cover all 104 World Cup matches exclusively.

Details on which experts cover which games will be finalized after the group draw on December 5, with Klopp and Müller potentially appearing together on camera.

After the December 5 group draw, MagentaTV will determine which experts work which matches, with possible on-screen pairings guided by the draw.

If Klopp and Müller appear together on screen, it would draw significant attention from football fans.

The launch included a video shot in an empty stadium backdrop and a call with host Johannes B. Kerner, signaling collaboration and enthusiasm for the role.