The BBC faced backlash for using the caption 'Misstiano Penaldo' during a replay of Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty kick. The controversial caption sparked criticism and debate on social media, with some labeling the broadcaster as 'evil' and 'a disgrace.' John Terry also criticized the BBC for trolling Ronaldo.
BBC troll Cristiano Ronaldo with brutal penalty caption as John Terry labels broadcaster ‘a disgrace’ #EURO2024 https://t.co/mws2SxnHFN
"Misstiano Penaldo" 😲 BBC branded 'evil' and 'a disgrace' for dig at crying Ronaldo after penalty miss. https://t.co/qiL8wFJjK4
BBC Sport - How can this team stoop to such unbelievable levels saying “Misstiano Penaldo” on official broadcast for @EURO2024. #PORSLO https://t.co/TzU5fPBy0Y
BBC caption for the replay of Ronaldo's penalty was 'Misstiano Penaldo'. And somehow, it worked.
The BBC put “Misstiano Penaldo” in the caption for the replay. That’ll feed football twitter for YEARS