World Cup 2018 news: Sky Sports pundit and former Manchester United man Gary Neville lands himself World Cup role with rival

SKY SPORTS might not have coverage for the World Cup but their leading pundit Gary Neville's hugely-popular analysis will still be available for the nation to watch.

ITV have today confirmed that they have secured the former Manchester United star to be one of their panel for the tournament in Russia next summer.

ITV have announced Gary Neville will be joining them for their World Cup coverageCredit: PA:Empics Sport

Neville said: “I’m delighted to join the team at ITV for next summer's World Cup coverage and thank Sky for also making it possible.

“I’ll look forward to joining up with them in Russia next June.”

Neville has become a huge hit on Sky's Monday Night Football show and as a co-commentator for the broadcaster since hanging up his boots in 2011.

And alongside ex-Liverpool star Jamie Carragher, the old England duo have become a must-watch for footy fans throughout the UK.

The former Manchester United star has become a huge hit on Sky SportsCredit: PA:Press Association

Jamie Carragher's and Neville's Monday Night Football show is massively popularCredit: PA:Press Association

Niall Sloane, ITV Director of Sport, said: “Gary Neville is one of the most respected and valued voices in football broadcasting.

“His experience, insight and understanding of both football and footballers will greatly enrich our coverage of next year’s World Cup.”

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ITV were able to snap-up Neville after reaching an agreement with Sky Sports.

And he will bring a wealth of World Cup experience to ITV's coverage having played at both the 1998 and 2006 tournaments.

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He was also part of Roy Hodgson's England coaching set-up for the 2014 edition in Brazil.

Neville will be part of the channel's studio team that will be based in Moscow for the showpiece, which begins in June 2018.

He will be joining ITV's main football presenter Mark Pougatch and one of his closest friends and fellow United legend Ryan Giggs in front of the cameras.

And he could meet up with brother Phil in the Russian capital, as the younger Neville works for the BBC as a pundit.