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Piers Morgan attacks BBC over ‘outrageously disrespectful’ Qatar World Cup coverage

’Spare us this absurd hypocrisy,’ broadcaster wrote

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2022

What is Harry Kane's One Love armband for? FA confirm England captain won't wear it for Iran game

England captain Harry Kane could receive a yellow card for wearing a One Love armband for the opening game against Ira

Chronicle Live · Nov 21, 2022

BBC relegates World Cup opening ceremony to online coverage

Pundits on the main broadcast talked about human rights instead of airing the inclusivity-themed ceremony.

Al Jazeera · Nov 20, 2022

BBC accused of being "outrageously disrespectful to Qatar" by furious Piers Morgan

Piers Morgan tore into the BBC after it chose to fix the spotlight on the many issues surrounding the Qatar World Cup rather than show the tournament's opening ceremony

Daily Mirror · Nov 20, 2022

Alan Shearer's response to Newcastle and Saudi question in World Cup debate on Qatar

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer expressed his delight at the Magpies' form under Eddie Howe but admits it is 'absolutely' right for countries such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar to be scrutinised

Chronicle Live · Nov 20, 2022

Thousands of fans leave World Cup opening game early in depressing scenes

The opening game of the World Cup was won by Ecuador, who beat their hosts Qatar 2-0

Wales Online · Nov 20, 2022

Gary Lineker just spoke a bit of Welsh to Wales manager Rob Page live on TV

The Wales boss was looking ahead to the upcoming campaign during the BBC's coverage of Qatar v Ecuador

Wales Online · Nov 20, 2022

‘Absurd’ - Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer agree with ‘sad’ VAR call in World Cup opener

The former Premier League striker had a goal disallowed in controversial fashion in the World Cup opener

Football London · Nov 20, 2022

BBC ignores World Cup opening ceremony in favour of Qatar criticism

UK coverage kicks off with focus on treatment of migrant workers and gay people, and corruption at Fifa

The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2022

Gary Lineker's monologue puts Gary Neville's assessment of Qatar World Cup to shame

Gary Lineker opened BBC's coverage of the World Cup in Qatar with a monologue outlining the controversies of the Middle East nation hosting this year's tournament

Daily Mirror · Nov 20, 2022