THE BBC has been forced to apologise after a foul-mouthed rant was overheard at the Women’s World Cup.
During Canada’s clash with Australia – a fixture won 4-0 by the Aussies – some colourful language was used by Canada’s Allysha Chapman following a robust challenge with Hayley Raso.
The pitch-side microphones picked up the X-rated rant in the 65th minute.
Raso, 28, had attempted to intercept a loose pass into Chapman.
However, Raso missed the ball completely and ended up being clattered in the follow through by her opponent.
This left her on the floor writhing in pain.
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Chapman, 34, was left unimpressed by her rival’s actions, shouting: “She f***ing jumped into me you t***!”
This prompted BBC commentator Robyn Cowen to swiftly apologise for the vulgar language.
She said: “Apologies there if any language was picked up on the very sensitive pitch-side microphones it seems.”
In what was the two nations final game in Group B, hosts Australia progressed top of the group having picked up two wins against Canada and the Republic of Ireland.
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Nigeria finished second, pipping the Canadians by one point after two draws and a thrilling 4-3 win over Australia.
In the case of the Lionesses, two 1-0 wins put England in a commanding position ahead of their final group game against China tomorrow.
England need a point to confirm their progression into the knockout stages.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
