ITV's coverage of the World Cup in North America has drawn fierce criticism from viewers on the tournament's opening night, with many demanding an immediate reshuffle of the punditry team.
The broadcaster surprised audiences by including former Man v Food host Adam Richman as a football analyst, but his involvement did not sit well with fans. One user on X, @themightyi21, posted: "ITV need to ditch this Adam Richman thing ASAP. It’s cringe."
Fan Backlash Intensifies
Social media erupted with complaints about Richman's presence in the studio, with many questioning his football credentials. ITV had kicked off their World Cup coverage from a New York studio, but the focus quickly shifted to the punditry lineup.
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Previous Controversies
This is not the first time ITV's punditry has caused a stir. In a previous incident, Gary Neville and Roy Keane clashed live on air, with Keane accusing Neville of exaggerating.
