BBC apologised after porn prank targets live coverage of FA Cup clash


Once the match had begun, Lineker revealed the cause, tweeting a picture of a mobile phone and three laughing emojis alongside the words: 'Well, we found this taped to the back of the set.' — Twitter @GaryLineker

LONDON: The BBC has apologised after pornographic noises were transmitted during live coverage of the FA Cup clash between Wolves and Liverpool on Tuesday (Jan 17) evening.

Presenter Gary Lineker revealed the loud moaning noises were caused by a hidden mobile phone "taped to the back of the set."

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