Kevin Patrick comments on WWE release, new soccer broadcasting job

Former WWE broadcaster Kevin Patrick is grateful for the time he got to spend in the company.

Patrick (real name Kevin Egan) was part of the SmackDown commentary team prior to being released from his WWE contract last month. Patrick joined WWE in 2021 and served as a commentator, backstage correspondent, Raw Talk co-host, and WWE After the Bell co-host while with the company.

Patrick, who is originally from Ireland, worked as a soccer broadcaster both before and during his tenure with WWE. It was announced on Thursday that Patrick has been hired as the new lead host of MLS 360 on Apple TV.

On Friday, Patrick posted a statement to social media commenting on his new job and reflecting on his time in WWE. Patrick said he has nothing but love for the three years he spent in WWE, but it was time to turn the page:

Beyond excited to announce that this year I will be Lead Host of MLS 360 on Apple TV. Four hours of live whip-around coverage, jumping from game to game, catching all the goals and big moments as they happen – all alongside three top pros and brilliant people!

The rise of our beautiful game here in North America is undeniable. Messi plays here. We’ve got a World Cup on our shores in 2 years. The match attendances & atmospheres are better than ever. And now we’re broadcasting to over 100 countries on Apple TV. Let’s be havin’ ya!

Nothing but love for 3 incredible years at WWE! From the exhilarating experiences & all the brilliant friends I worked with along the way, I’m flooded with gratitude. In saying that, it was time to turn the page, and I couldn’t be more excited for this new chapter! Cheers

Before his release, Patrick was partnered with Corey Graves on SmackDown commentary. WWE’s new commentary teams are Graves & Wade Barrett on SmackDown and Michael Cole & Pat McAfee on Raw.