ITV were forced into a sudden change during their live coverage of the World Cup Group F match between Sweden and Tunisia, as presenter Semra Hunter spoke out on the dramatic scenes
ITV were forced to retreat inside their TV studio during live coverage of Monday’s World Cup Group F match between Sweden and Tunisia. It came after multiple lightning strikes in Manhattan, New York.
Shortly after Sweden beat Tunisia 5-1 and ITV returned from an advert break, presenter Semra Hunter said: “Speaking of dramatic scenes, if that wasn’t dramatic enough for you, take a look at this.
“Lightning strikes the top of One World Trade Centre right here in Manhattan, not once but twice! Because of that, we’ve had to come inside!”
Pundit Jobi McAnuff said: “We are quite brave at the best of times, but I think after seeing that it is best to run for cover and be safe in here.”
Liverpool striker Alexander Isak and Arsenal star Viktor Gyokeres were in fine form for Graham Potter’s side as Sweden began their campaign with a dominant victory in Monterrey, Mexico. Isak, Gyokeres, Mattias Svanberg and Yasin Ayari all scored, with Isak also providing two assists for Potter’s men.
Brighton’s Ayari scored the pick of the goals with two stunning long-range strikes, on either side of the game, in both the sixth and 96th minute.
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