The BBC faced embarrassment after accidentally filming a female supporter with her breasts exposed during Argentina's victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final. As Argentina meet England in the semi-finals of the current World Cup on Wednesday night, the broadcaster will be hoping to avoid any inappropriate mishaps during their coverage.
How the Blunder Occurred
Gary Lineker was accompanied by Alan Shearer, Rio Ferdinand and Pablo Zabaleta in the studio as they analysed the memorable triumph in Qatar. The pundits were reacting to the penalty shootout when cameras swept across the crowd and the BBC accidentally captured a fan with her top off. The supporter was right at the front of the spectators, with a banner displayed below her. Once the broadcaster recognised she was topless, they swiftly shifted to other emotional scenes following Argentina's defeat of France in a dramatic shootout.
Viewer Reaction
Numerous viewers highlighted the error on social media, with one stating: 'She'll get a yellow card for that.' Another commented: 'Fortunately, it was the last game. She must be in Jail now,' referring to the strict regulations in the tournament's host nation, Qatar.
Match Context
Argentina were 2-0 ahead during normal time, but a rapid Kylian Mbappe double in the second half forced the match into extra time. Lionel Messi's Argentina seized the lead once again, before Mbappe completed only the second hat-trick in World Cup final history via the penalty spot as the match went the whole way. Both Messi and his French rival found the net during the shootout, but misses from Randal Kolo Muani and Aurelien Tchouameni ensured the trophy headed for Buenos Aires.
England fans will be desperate to avoid a repeat of Argentina's triumphant 2022 campaign as they bid to reach their first final since 1966.
