Manchester City Star Rodri Makes Surprise Appearance as NFL Analyst for Super Bowl

Sky Sports viewers were left confused when Manchester City midfielder Rodri unexpectedly joined the panel for Super Bowl coverage. The Spanish player, who scored the winning goal in last year’s Champions League final, appeared alongside regular NFL pundits to discuss the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers.

“I’m very excited to be here and experience this atmosphere,” Rodri told host Neil Reynolds. “We try to follow American football in Europe, and I’ve been watching more in recent years. It’s amazing to be part of such an incredible event that I really admire.”

However, many fans expressed surprise and skepticism about Rodri’s presence:

• “Why is Rodri analyzing the Super Bowl on Sky? Lol”
• “What is Rodri doing on Super Bowl coverage?”
• “No one wants to hear what Rodri has to say about the Super Bowl.”

Some speculated Rodri was there to discuss the recent Ballon d’Or controversy, where his win over Vinicius Jr angered Real Madrid. The midfielder is currently recovering from an ACL injury but hopes to return before the end of the season. Manchester City included him in their Champions League squad for the knockout stages, keeping the door open for a potential return if the team progresses deep into the tournament.

According to reports, Rodri traveled to New Orleans with two rehabilitation specialists to continue his recovery routine during the Super Bowl trip. While his NFL analysis may have puzzled viewers, it seems the Spanish star is committed to both his injury rehabilitation and expanding his sporting interests beyond football.