Zlatan Ibrahimovic, currently a director at AC Milan, has faced criticism for his role as a World Cup commentator for Fox. The New York Times reported that his lack of technical expertise and tendency to focus on his own persona have made him a poor fit for the job. His comments often lack substance, and he has struggled to analyze specific teams and players.

In comparison to fellow commentator Thierry Henry, Ibrahimovic's analysis has been deemed inferior. Henry's insightful comments on tactics and player abilities have set a high standard, while Ibrahimovic's contributions have been met with disappointment. The criticism has led to suggestions that Fox should reassess Ibrahimovic's role and encourage him to focus on technical aspects of the game.

Ibrahimovic did manage to generate a viral moment with a response to accusations of arrogance, but it was not enough to redeem him in the eyes of critics. His performance has drawn comparisons to a player who can only kick with one foot.

The backlash against Ibrahimovic's commentary style has sparked debate about the suitability of former players in media roles.