Laura Woods is set to take a leading role for ITV at this summer's World Cup. The popular presenter will front the network's coverage alongside Mark Pougatch, marking her biggest opportunity yet as England aims for glory.
Rising Star in Sports Broadcasting
Woods has become one of the country's most beloved TV hosts, regularly covering major football matches. She recently worked for TNT Sports at the Champions League final and has extensive experience covering England games on ITV. Her deep knowledge of football and other sports has endeared her to millions. She also made her mark on radio, hosting talkSPORT's breakfast show from 2020 to 2023.
Social Media Controversy
Woods faced criticism after the Champions League final, where TNT Sports was accused of lacking balance in its coverage. As a self-confessed Arsenal fan, she presented alongside former Gunners defender Martin Keown, Owen Hargreaves, and Steven Gerrard. The Telegraph criticized the broadcast as 'all Arsenal, all the time,' favoring the north London club over PSG. Woods hit back on X, stating she couldn't help that her team made the final and she was contracted to work. She also defended the punditry choices, noting that Julien Laurens was not invited as he is not a commentator or former footballer. She teased that World Cup coverage on both ITV and BBC would be 'mostly English.'
Love Island Romance and Family Life
Woods has been dating Love Island star Adam Collard since 2023 after he messaged her on social media. They went public with their relationship, and Collard declared Woods was 'the one.' The couple got engaged in 2024 on a beach in Cornwall, with Woods showing off her diamond ring on Instagram. They welcomed their first son, Leo, in early 2025, and Woods is currently pregnant with their second child. She previously dated former England rugby star Alex Corbisiero for eight years, while Collard has been linked to Zara McDermott, Sarah Godfrey, and Paige Thorne.
