A FIRST LOOK
DANIEL CHAPELA
Soccer
with perspective
Spanish-language soccer commentator and analyst
Sports journalist and host
A DISTINCTIVE VOICE
More than three decades
telling the stories
behind the game
I combine analysis, preparation and an engaging style to explain what happens on the field of play. In every broadcast, I aim to help viewers understand the decisions that shape a match and get to know the people at its heart.
35+YEARS IN SPORTS JOURNALISM
9CONSECUTIVE FIFA WORLD CUPS
In SpanishCOMMENTARY · HOSTING · INTERVIEWS
ON SCREEN
The craft in action
Two ways to see my work
A CLOSER LOOK
Full reel
Commentary, analysis, hosting and interviews. All my on-air work is in Spanish.
MY CRAFT · SPORTS JOURNALISM CAREER
Experience that
puts the game
in context
I have covered nine consecutive FIFA World Cups. My work spans European and South American soccer, Liga MX and MLS, as well as major international club and national-team competitions.
I currently provide commentary and analysis for Spanish-language MLS broadcasts on Apple TV. I am also part of Fútbol de Primera, a U.S. Spanish-language soccer radio network, where I contribute to the daily show and match broadcasts.
My television and radio work includes hosting programs and special coverage, as well as interviewing players, coaches and other figures in the sport. Writing and teaching round out my professional work.
Copa América
I served as the tournament’s Communications Director
Soccer books
From interviews and columns to a collaborative illustrated book
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BEYOND THE MATCH
I read the game.
I listen to its people.
I tell their stories.
I prepare thoughtful questions, listen closely and guide the conversation with clarity
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The game
on the page
El 11 de América
I bring together interviews and profiles of eleven Latin American soccer figures, each from a different country, through visits to the places where they built their careers
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Vinotinto F.C.
In these columns, I trace the evolution of Venezuela’s national team under César Farías, from his early days in charge through qualifying for Brazil 2014
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Los Ases de la Copa 2026
Together with Ricardo Sanabria and Pablo García Escorihuela, I present an illustrated book about the stars of the 2026 World Cup
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The next project
starts here
I am available for Spanish-language broadcasts, hosting, interviews and sports media projects