Alexi Lalas made a shocking pass at James Corden.
The soccer analyst called the former Late Late Show host a not-suitable-for-work name during a live pregame World Cup broadcast while trying to promote his show After Hours with James Corden.
"What do you guys call him?” Lalas asked co-hosts Rebecca Lowe, Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovi of the comedian on the June 12 Fox broadcast. “A full-kit w----r, right?"
Though Lalas’ dig seemed unintentional, it certainly threw his fellow co-hosts for a loop, prompting him to clarify, "He's all dressed up and ready to go?”
Clearly taken aback, Henry chimed in, "Did he just say that?"
Meanwhile, Lowe pointed out that because the vulgar term is more well-known overseas, she hopes Lalas is in the clear with Fox execs.
"Lucky we're on American television," she said, noting that the "W-word on British TV” is a big no-no.
Though Corden found himself on the receiving end of Lalas’ joke, he’s also delivered a quip or two that didn’t exactly land with audiences. After all, he ruffled a few feathers after making a NSFW joke about legendary actress Judi Dench and famed immunologist Anthony Fauci.
“Tonight is the one night that Hollywood and science come together,” Corden said while presenting an award at the 2025 Breakthrough Prize Ceremony, per a video obtained by the Daily Mail. “Other than, of course, that one magical evening where Dr. Fauci had a one-night stand with Dame Judi Dench.”
E! News previously reached out to Corden, Fauci and Dench’s reps for comment but did not hear back.
And the joke wouldn’t mark Corden’s first onstage controversy. Indeed, he came under fire after making an obscene joke about Harvey Weinstein’s sexual abuse controversy.
“To be clear, sexual assault is no laughing matter,” Corden wrote on X (formerly Twitter) amid the ongoing backlash. “I was not trying to make light of Harvey’s inexcusable behavior, but to shame him, the abuser, not his victims.”
“I am truly sorry for anyone offended,” he continued, “that was never my intention.”
For all the stars at the 2026 World Cup, read on…
The Grammy nominee lit up SoFi Stadium like a firework June 12 by performing her song "Wonder" alongside Tius Luka before kickoff.
The Mission: Impossible star and soccer legend signed autographs as they watched Team USA take on Paraguay June 12.
The "Water" singer made it hotter during her U.S. World Cup opening ceremony performance.
The Parks & Recreation alum was lit'rally stoked to watch the U.S. soccer stars take the pitch on June 12.
How you like that? The BLACKPINK singer performed "Goals" during the U.S. World Cup opening ceremony on June 12.
The Muppets were out to support the soccer stars... let's just hope Rocco doesn't show up to Los Angeles Stadium.
The Deadpool star was in the stands at the Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto June 12.
The Drake & Josh actor is ready to cheer with fellow fans—and he may just add in a "Hug me brotha!" if he witnesses a goal.
The nephew of Michael Jackson moonwalked his way into Los Angeles Stadium to watch Team USA take on Paraguay.
The rapper was decked out in patriotic colors as he arrived for his performance at the U.S. World Cup opening cereminy.
The Brazilian musician attended to watch Team USA vs. Paraguay.
The former U.S. Women's National Team players—and current couple—showed up to support their male counterparts.
The New York Giants quarterback and his girlfriend prove their love for fútbol in Los Angeles.
The Pitt actors left the emergency room and headed to Los Angeles Stadium to watch Team USA.
On June 11, the "Waka Waka" singer returned to the World Cup to perform the event's "Dai Dai" in Mexico City during the first of three opening ceremonies.
The Grammy winner joined Shakira on their World Cup duet "Dai Dai."
The Oscar nominee officially welcomed the Mexico City crowd ahead of the Mexico vs. South Africa match on June 11.
The "Loco Contigo" singer performed a medley of his hits during the opening ceremony in Mexico City June 11.
The Italian opera legend and KPop Demon Hunters star joined together to perform the World Cup's official anthem "DNA" together at Mexico's opening ceremony.
The "Me Rehúso" singer made history as the first Venezuelan artist to perform at a FIFA World Cup opening ceremony during the Mexico vs. South Africa game.
You oughta know the Canadian icon performed the national anthem during Canada's opening ceremony in Toronto June 12.
The Grammy winner sang a cover of Sam Cooke's "Bring It On Home to Me" before Canada's June 12 game against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Ahead of the U.S. World Cup opening ceremony, the Pretty Little Liars alum picked out a jersey at the Michelob ULTRA Pitchside Club in Santa Monica, Calif.
The Twisters star cheered on Mexico at Peacock and Telemundo's World Cup watch party on June 11.