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      England women’s World Cup final is second-most watched event of 2023 but did BBC or ITV win viewing figures race?

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      THE WOMEN’S WORLD CUP final was the second-most watched event of 2023 so far.Viewing figures from the match between England and Spain have revealed that 12million people watched on BBC 1.
      Alex Scott and the BBC came out on top in the viewing figuresCredit: BBC Sport
      Laura Woods and ITV were dwarfed by the BBC’s viewing figuresCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      According to the Daily Mail, Spain’s 1-0 win has only been trumped by one other event this year – the Coronation of King Charles III in May.
      Both the BBC and ITV provided coverage of the tournament, with both broadcasters airing Sunday’s final from Sydney.
      However, the BBC dwarfed ITV’s viewing figures for the match as just 2.46million average viewers saw Laura Woods host their coverage.
      Despite viewer complaints, more viewers tuned in to watch the Lionesses’ heart-breaking defeat on the BBC.
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      Across both channels, a combined 14.7million people watched the final minutes of the match as England went in search of an equaliser.
      The BBC, who’s line-up of presenters included ex-Lioness Alex Scott, also registered 25.7million stream requests across iPlayer and the BBC Sport webiste.
      Their numbers surpassed those of the Wimbledon men’s singles final earlier this summer.
      A peak audience of 11.3million viewers watched Carlos Alcaraz defeat Novak Djokovic back in July.
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      That was despite viewers complaining that they could hear a Spanish commentator during the BBC’s coverage of the match.
      Numerous complaints were made alleging they could be heard in the background as Robyn Cowen and ex-England star Rachel Brown-Finnis commentated on the match.
      Across the tournament in Australia and New Zealand, there were 25.7million streams on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
      This amounts to a 75% increase from the 2019 Women’s World Cup, which had 14.7million streams. More

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      England fans heartbroken as BBC’s Alex Scott chokes back tears and struggles to commentate as Lucy Bronze cries

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      ENGLAND fans have been left heartbroken after seeing Alex Scott hold back tears during the BBC’s Women’s World Cup coverage.Scott struggled to commentate after the Lionesses were beaten by Spain in Sunday’s final.
      Lucy Bronze was seen crying after the Women’s World Cup finalCredit: BBC
      Alex Scott held back tears as she praised BronzeCredit: BBC
      Defender Lucy Bronze could also be seen crying as she walked round the pitch following the trophy presentation.
      Spain emerged 1-0 victors thanks to Olga Carmona’s first half goal, to the dismay of England fans back home.
      Cameras caught the moment Bronze’s emotions got the better of her during England’s lap of appreciation.
      She could be seen sobbing as the Lionesses applauded the crowd whilst Spain lifted the trophy.
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      Her former team-mate Scott held back tears herself as she praised the full-back’s performance.
      Scott hailed the Barcelona star as an “incredible person and player” as she called for someone to put their arm around her.
      England fans were equally heartbroken as they reacted on social media.
      One supporter tweeted: “Alex Scott crying commentating because Lucy Bronze is walking around the pitch crying. I can’t.”
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      Another added: “Alex Scott crying over the fact Lucy Bronze was crying is soooooo real.”
      Bronze and Scott were both members of the England squads for the 2013 and 2017 Euros, as well as the 2015 Women’s World Cup.
      Scott has gone into punditry since retiring in 2018 and has been a key part of the BBC’s coverage of the tournament. More

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      Fans beg for BBC and ITV to merge their Women’s World Cup final coverage as they identify pundit ‘dream team’

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      FANS begged BBC and ITV to merge their Women’s World Cup final coverage.That’s after they identified their “dream team” of pundits. before England’s 1-0 final defeat to Spain.
      Fans begged BBC and ITV to merge their coverage of the Women’s World Cup finalCredit: ITV
      Supporters identified their ‘dream team’ of pundits from either channelCredit: BBC
      Supporters were spoiled for choice on Sunday morning as they tuned in for England’s highly-anticipated clash against Spain.
      The Lionesses have thrilled once again as they look to add a dream World Cup win to their Euros triumph.
      And both BBC and ITV had plenty to offer, with both channels showing the match live from Australia.
      The BBC’s line-up throughout the tournament included the likes of Fara Williams, Ellen White and Steph Houghton.
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      Meanwhile, ITV were able to call upon stars including Emma Hayes, Jill Scott and Eni Aluko.
      The brilliant array of pundits on both sides of the divide left fans desperate for a joint link-up between BBC and ITV.
      But one supporter was simply desperate to see BBC’s Alex Scott and ITV’s Ian Wright on the same screen together.
      They said: “I am so torn between BBC or ITV coverage.
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      “I wish Alex Scott and Ian Wright were both commentating together.”
      Another declared: “The choice between watching the Lionesses on ITV or BBC?
      “ITV went with a studio broadcast and BBC went to the stadium.”
      One noted: “BBC or ITV for England today?”
      Another added: “England vs Spain — World Cup final. Where to watch it?”

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      Fans all switch from BBC to ITV for Women’s World Cup final after discovering ‘annoying’ technical blunder in commentary

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      FANS have blasted an annoying technical blunder with the BBC’s coverage of the Women’s World Cup final.Viewers could hear the BBC’s Spanish colleagues through the microphones of their commentary.
      Fans could hear a Spanish man shouting in the background of the BBC’s commentary
      The opening stages of the encounter between Spain and England were dominated by a man shouting in Spanish.
      Fans were confused whether the man was a Spanish commentator or a fan.
      And viewers took to Twitter to complain about the coverage during the early stages of the match.
      One fan wrote: “Already turned over to the ITV coverage. That Spanish commentator you can hear in the background on the BBC is rather annoying.”
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      A second fan wrote: “Why can we hear the Spanish commentator in the background on BBC tv coverage?”
      A third added: “@BBC get rid of the Spanish guy please.”
      While a fourth wrote: “Switched to ITV commentary, BBC’s bit of a mess. Commentator losing her voice and can hear Spanish commentary in background.”
      The BBC’s commentator, Robin Cowen then apologised for the interruption, saying: “Apologies if you are hearing our Spanish colleagues.”
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      England’s hearts were broken however as they lost the final 1-0.

      Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game in the 29th minute.
      Sadly England couldn’t fight back despite Mary Earps’ dramatic penalty save in the second half. More

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      Fans blast BBC and ITV as they cut away and talk through Women’s World Cup closing ceremony

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      FANS were left fuming as both the BBC and ITV opted not to show the Women’s World Cup’s closing ceremony.The tournament wraps up today with England taking on Spain for ultimate glory.
      The BBC opted to talk over the closing ceremonyCredit: BBC
      ITV also decided not to focus on the closing ceremonyCredit: ITV
      There was a spectacular closing ceremony at Stadium AustraliaCredit: Getty
      Fans were unable to watch the ceremony in full on BBC One or ITVCredit: Getty
      As is customary, there was an official closing ceremony in front of a packed stadium pre-game.
      But both channels showing the match in the UK opted not to show it in full.

      One fan tweeted: “Great start, BBC talking over the final ceremony and ITV not even showing it.”
      And a second wrote: “Why is ITV so behind, BBC isn’t showing the closing ceremony how odd.”
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      A third blasted: “BBC talking over the closing ceremony. ITV not even showing it. Bit disrespectful.”
      Another fumed: “@GabbyLogan @AlexScott so ignorant. The closing ceremony is on and you both continue to talk over it.
      “@BBCSport why would you leave the closing ceremony and go to the zoo. The ceremony is what we would be watching if it was a men’s World Cup or olympics.”
      The closing ceremony was available to watch in full on BBC iPlayer.
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      But on BBC One, they decided to talk over it, instead continuing their pre-match build-up.
      Coverage of the tournament has generally been well received in the UK.
      Most fans have loved Alex Scott’s punditry on the BBC.
      While ITV’s Laura Woods is one of the most popular presenters in the country.
      England’s hearts were broken however as they lost the final 1-0.
      Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game in the 29th minute.
      Sadly England couldn’t fight back despite Mary Earps’ dramatic penalty save in the second half.

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      Alex Scott rocks bold outfit for Women’s World Cup final as fans praise ‘brilliant’ host and make BBC vs ITV decision

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      ALEX SCOTT has delighted fans with her World Cup coverage this summer – and she’s not left them disappointed for the final.The BBC presenter has lit up screens with her charisma and analysis.
      Alex Scott was part of the BBC’s World Cup final coverage
      Scott was alongside Ellen White, Fara Williams and Gabby Logan
      The 38-year-old produced a package about the history of women’s football
      Former Lioness Scott appeared as a pundit alongside ex-England team-mates Ellen White and Fara Williams, with Gabby Logan on hosting duties for the final.
      And England legend Scott rocked a pink and grey blazer for the big one.

      With Laura Woods presenting ITV’s coverage, and former Lionesses Eni Aluko and Karen Carney on pundit duties, fans had a tricky decision to make over which coverage to tune in to.
      But for many, Scott was the deciding factor.
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      One tweeted in reference to Ian Wright apearing as a pundit on ITV: “With some legends Ian but the girls on bbc just edge it this morning @AlexScott @fara_williams47 @GabbyLogan.”
      While a second wrote: “I can’t claim to be hugely interested in the football, but the BBC coverage has made me feel a swell of pride within about 5 minutes.
      “Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are so brilliant at the big occasions.”
      A third gushed: “fara was correct about alex scott’s outfitttt.”
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      And a fourth commented: “alex scott i’m in actual tears i love you.”
      Another added: “The way Alex Scott talks about women’s football is always so impactful, great person to give a platform to.”
      Scott, 38, produced a package on the 50-year history of the women’s game in England.
      Commenting on the piece, one fan tweeted: “Love listening to Alex Scott talk about the women and girls game.
      “The emotion, honesty and passion for the game is there for all to see.”
      Another added: “That Alex Scott package on the 50-year ban on women’s football in England has taken me over the edge a bit, here.”
      Scott has been a star for the BBC during the World CupCredit: BBC
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      Who are commentators on the Women’s World Cup final on BBC and ITV?

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      ENGLAND will take on Spain in the Women’s World Cup final later today in Sydney.The Lionesses are eyeing a historic win in Australia and have the support of the entire nation.
      Alessia Russo scored England’s third in the Lionesses’ 3-1 win against Australia in the semi-finalCredit: GETTY

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      England booked their place in the final with a win over co-hosts Australia in their own backyard.
      Sarina Weigman’s side are hoping for a repeat of Euro 2022 with the Lionesses coming home with the biggest prize in football.
      But whose voices can you hear during the final?
      Who are the BBC and ITV commentators for the Women’s World Cup final?
      The BBC commentators for the Women’s World Cup will be the team of Robyn Cowen, Jonathan Pearce, Vicki Sparks, Conor McNamara and Steven Wyeth.
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      Gabby Logan will be on presenting duties with Alex Scott amongst the team of pundits.
      For ITV, commentary will come from Seb Hutchinson, Sam Matterface, Pien Meulensteen and Tom Gayle.
      Laura Woods will be the lead presenter alongside Seema Jaswal and Michelle Owen.
      Jill Scott, Ian Wright, Karen Carney, Eni Aluko and Emma Hayes are amongst the team of pundits for ITV.
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      How can I watch the Women’s World Cup final?
      The Women’s World Cup final will be broadcast LIVE on both ITV 1 and BBC One.
      ITV 1 will begin their coverage at 9:25am BST on Sunday morning (August 20) and BBC One’s show will start at 9:45am BST.
      The Women’s World Cup final will be available to watch for FREE via the ITVX app/website and the BBC iPlayer app/website, providing you have a valid TV license.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Sydney by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Gary Lineker forced to apologise as fans complain that Match of the Day feature is ‘like a tin can’

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      GARY Lineker was forced to apologise to viewers after Match of the Day was hit with sound problems.The BBC host, 62, presented the show as always on Saturday night.
      Gary Lineker was forced to apologise for the sound quality on Match of the DayCredit: BBC
      But fans were immediately disappointed with the commentary that sounded like it was recorded inside a ‘tin-can’.
      That saw the England legend address the issues in the studio
      “We believe we’ve got one or two problems with the sound,” he told his audience.
      “If that’s the case then we do apologise and we’re working at it as we speak… if you can hear us that is!
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      “Apparently it’s better on iPlayer. If you want to switch that’s up to you but I’m sure we’ll get it resolved as quickly as we can.”
      Although that didn’t stop fans from voicing their disapproval online.
      One wrote: “What is up with the sound on match of the day @BBCMOTD#motd sounds like commentary from inside a tin can.”
      Another posted: “Match of the day sounds a bit robotic tonight.”
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      A third shared: “Is the sound a bit funny on match of the day?”
      Lineker hit the headlines earlier this year when he was taken off TV after a tweet criticising the Conservative Party’s immigration policies.
      That sparked a massive protest amongst his fellow football pundits and Match of the Day staff.
      He was also outspoken about Qatar’s role as World Cup hosts at the end of last year regarding their human rights record.
      After Lineker returned from his brief suspension earlier this year, he then doubled down on his sentiments during an interview with Men’s Health Magazine.
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      He said: “When I sent that tweet, it honestly never even crossed my mind that it would lead to where it went.
      “I’ve worked with refugees’ charities for years. So, when I saw the Suella Braverman film, I said I thought it was pretty awful.
      “Then the ‘stick to football’ people weighed in and I replied to one of them, just saying there was no massive influx, the UK takes far fewer refugees than other European countries, this is a cruel policy, and the language used in the debate reminds us of the debate in Germany in the 1930s. I think that is factually accurate.” More