BBC Sports faces backlash after disowning FIFA opening ceremony
FIFA World Cup 2022 started in Qatar yesterday. With all the stars performing at the event. BBC Sports opted to point out controversies instead of live telecast of the opening ceremony.
BBC Sports decision to not air the opening ceremony of the World Cup live during main coverage on Sunday has brought criticism from many sports fans. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 opening ceremony was held at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar. Where African American movie star Morgan Freeman was among the guests, with Korean K-pop star Jungkook performing a mini-concert. BBC is facing major backlash from fans all over the world.
BBC Sports relegated the ceremony to the "Red Button" service and online. However, BBC One decided not to air the ceremony live but rather mentioned human rights and alleged ac...