Los Angeles - Chivas USA, Major League Soccer's only Mexican-owned club, kicks off its18-game regular-season schedule on FSN PRIME TICKET and FSN WEST this Saturday, April 14 live from Houston. Christian Miles returns for his third season as Chivas USA's play-by-play announcer on FSN WEST and FSN PRIME TICKET, alongside new analyst Bernardo Osuna and sideline reporter Christine Nubla. Coverage of Chivas USA taking on reigning MLS Cup champion the Houston Dynamo on April 14 begins with "Chivas Live" at 5:00 p.m. PT, followed by the game telecast at 5:30 p.m. PT.
"Bernardo's recognition and credibility among Latino sports fans brings additional depth to the storytelling we can offer the Chivas fan," said Tom Feuer, executive producer, FSN WEST and FSN PRIME TICKET. "Bernardo's bilingual broadcast abilities, combined with Christian's experience with the team and Christine's reporting skills will make for a great season of Chivas coverage on FSN locally."
"Chivas USA welcomes back Christian Miles, and welcomes Bernardo Osuna and Christine Nubla, to Chivas USA's 2007 broadcasts on FSN PRIME TICKET. This will be an exciting year for soccer in the United States, and we invite all Southland fans to experience the true passion of soccer with Chivas USA on FSN PRIME TICKET," said Chivas USA President and Co-Owner Antonio Cué.</p>
Osuna, a four-time LA Area Emmy Award-winner and native of Sonora, Mexico, brings over a decade of experience in sports television production, reporting and announcing - in both English and Spanish, from Mexican League to international soccer matches - to his Chivas USA analyst role with FSN. In addition to contributing his talents to TeleFutura's celebrated Friday night "Solo Boxeo" program, Osuna has served as a segment co-host on Univision Sports local and national sports highlight shows. Additionally, his resume includes diverse events such as the World Cup, the MLS Cup Final, the Super Bowl, the Confederation Cup and the Gold Cup.
Nubla, in addition to making her season-long reporting on Chivas USA, regularly contributes reports on the Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings and UCLA Bruin Basketball for FSN WEST and FSN PRIME TICKET.
"Chivas Live" is a 30-minute pregame show offering access, information and analysis before all 18 games. Originating live from The Home Depot Center and on the road, "Chivas Live", is a true extension of the game going beyond the stories of the game to share fresh insight on recent team performances and the nightly expectations. The half hour program is telecast prior to each game on FSN PRIME TICKET and FSN WEST and features game announcers Miles and Osuna. Connected, original, fast-paced and fun, "Chivas Live" keeps Chivas fans entertained and informed.</p>
Chivas USA games on FSN PRIME TICKET and FSN WEST are produced by Micah King and directed by Bill Irwin.
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