The head of BBC Radio 5Live has denied that the station indulged in “smug euphoria” after Germany’s shock exit from the World Cup.
Hey @chris_sutton73 – what do you think of Manuel Neuer?
: https://t.co/owUyZtYyXA #KORGER #WorldCup #bbcworldcup pic.twitter.com/mup0UIA41j
— BBC 5 live Sport (@5liveSport) June 27, 2018
Listeners accused commentators and pundits of excessive glee at the demise of England’s great rivals, following the cup holders’ 2-0 defeat by South Korea.
Ian McGarry, former chief football writer at The Sun, singled out ex-England striker Chris Sutton, who was the analyst during 5Live’s commentary.
Disappointed at the smug euphoria from @5liveSport which greeted Germany exit from WC. Doesn’t befit the BBC regarded for impartiality and fair reporting. Applause and laughter of Chris’s Sutton at final whistle totally unprofessional.
— Ian McGarry (@garbosj) June 27, 2018
“Disappointed at the smug euphoria from @5liveSport which greeted Germany exit from WC. Doesn’t befit the BBC regarded for impartiality and fair reporting. Applause and laughter of Chris’s Sutton at final whistle totally unprofessional,” he tweeted.
I thought the Beeb might show some class, but sadly Germanophobia remains @BBCMOTD. Jermaine Jenas imploring us to be happy at Germany's exit, while Gary Lineker waves "Auf Wiedersehen" with a smug smile. @BBCSport continues to show itself up allowing this. Pathetic.
— Niall Macdonald (@NiallMacd13) June 27, 2018
The 5Live team was accused of “bitterness”, whilst its television coverage also attracted criticism, with Gary Lineker accused of “waving Auf Wiedersehen with a smug smile.”
"GERMANY YOU'VE GOT WHAT YOU DESERVE!!!" Some top bitterness on 5live #WorldCup
— Ultra Mugnus (@mkn1ght) June 27, 2018
The BBC displayed a “deep seated resentment of the German national football team” said one listener.
The English presenter and pundits on BBC can't hide their glee/smugness at Germany being behind to Mexico. Their deep seated resentment of the German national football team will never leave them it seems.
— Colin Morrison (@Morrie1981) June 17, 2018
However 5Live Controller Jonathan Wall defended a “fab commentary”. He told McGarry: “It’s a station trying to reflect the nation’s mood as part of what it does, and that’s why it was a good commentary.”
Wrong. Not my station. Will be there long after ive gone. Its a station trying to reflect the nations mood as part of what it does, and thats why it was a good commentary.
— Jonathan Wall (@wallj10) June 27, 2018
Sutton, who resorted to shouting at listeners during the final chaotic minutes, was “laughing at the goalkeeper (Neuer) playing on left wing” not mocking Germany, said Wall, who urged McGarry to “lighten up.”
Other listeners praised the BBC commentary which they said caught the national mood.
He seems to be missing the obvious point that Chris Sutton isn’t a professional broadcaster, he’s a pundit, paid for his opinions. If Germany being knocked out was funny, in his opinion, then he’s entitled to it.
To be fair, he probably summed up the mood of the nation.— Helen Bullen (@PAN1F) June 27, 2018
Chris Sutton has been absolutely incredible on 5 live.
“GERMANY, YOU HAVE GOT WHAT YOU DESERVE!”
“MANUEL NEUER, YOU ARE A DISGRACE!”
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(@CataniaAaron) June 27, 2018
Listened to the end of Germany-South Korea game yesterday on BBC's Radio 5 Live … I never heard anything like that commentary!
— Dr. Evan Keane (@evanocathain) June 28, 2018
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