BBC rubs salt in Dutch wounds, mocks Joey Firman

The BBC's live coverage of the European Championship final rubbed salt into the Dutch team's wounds. The damage was particularly severe in the English studio, where Gary Lineker, Rio Ferdinand, Juan Mata and Micah Richards were all in attendance.

At the start of the broadcast, a wide-ranging clip of the semi-final win over the Netherlands was shown. The match was then analysed again using video images. This is how Phil Foden's chance was highlighted: Denzel Dumfries cleared the ball on the goal line. “It could have been one of the best goals of the tournament if Phil Foden had scored. Dumfries clears the ball off the line very well,” says Ferdinand.

The former defender then ignores Kobe Maino's move in the 38th minute.^is Minute. Kyle Walker had the ball in the Dutch half and was looking for a chance to play. Mainoo pretended to walk deep, and then Veerman followed him. While Mainoo quickly stopped, Veerman continued to walk away. As a result, Mainoo's game was suddenly completely free and playable. “This action here… Veerman is giving PSV back with this move. He's simply gained seven metres here. see you later, friendHe can do whatever he wants after that.”

Former Spain international Mata then praised the only 19-year-old player to play for Manchester United. “I sometimes ask Manchester United players what is special about him. Then they say his personality. No matter where he is on the pitch, he always wants the ball. He wants the ball from the goalkeeper, from the centre-back… Yes, he sometimes makes mistakes, but he wants the ball again and again. That is his personality. He is a great player.

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