SportFootballWorld Cup 2026Emma Hayes' mid-game analysis during the hydration breaks have been a unique part of ITV's coverage, but the studio she presents in has been widely criticised02:39, 20 Jun 2026Updated 02:49, 20 Jun 2026Emma Hayes appeared to aim a slight dig at those focusing on the ITV studio setup as she returned to present her controversial 'kitchen' tactical analysis segment. The television channel came under fire from viewers who compared her chalkboard and worktop set-up to a kitchen.‌The former Chelsea women's manager's set-up has been branded "shameful", with some feeling it resembles a kitchen. USA women's boss Hayes has been widely seen as one of ITV's best pundits at the tournament, but has been thrust into the middle of a sexism storm.‌During her analysis of England's opening win over Croatia, Hayes delivered her tactical breakdown from a 'kitchen-style' set using a blackboard and a piece of chalk, while ITV's male pundits gave their take from the main studio.‌Get the latest World Cup news straight to your inbox by _signing up to our Make Football Great Again newsletter now!Following the backlash, Hayes was not shown carrying out analysis from the controversial set during Canada's thumping win over Qatar, but the segment returned during Brazil's match with Haiti.The only change was that she used magnets to demonstrate formations and movements instead of chalk. However, as she began her analysis, she appeared to aim a pointed dig at the criticism towards the set.‌JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook pageShe said: "Let's focus on the first half in particular" before turning back around, staring into the camera lens, and saying: "I know that's a challenge for some of us at home."She then proceeded to explain how Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has been luring Haiti's five-man back-line out of position to create space for the likes of Matheus Cunha and Vinicius Jr.‌Content cannot be displayed without consentMany on social media thought her comment was a dig at those who kept talking about the look of the studio she was in. Hayes' did also carry out some punditry duties in the studio before the clash between Haiti and Brazil.It was a different situation when England beat Croatia. Her segments during the hydration breaks within her studio were her soul contributions for the Three Lions match, which featured Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright working in the studio.Article continues belowThere will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story. Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, Twitter, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌World Cup 2026ITV