There was a stark contrast between the UK and US broadcasts of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa

Fox didn’t show Shakira’s performance in the opening ceremony, and it cut away during unprecedented mandatory hydration breaks.

There was a stark contrast between the UK and US broadcasts of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa

The US broadcasters sparked fury by showing commercials during both of the mid-half hydration breaks, with commentator Ian Darke introducing them as being 'powered by Powerade.'

The only English-language broadcast of the World Cup in the U.S. has come under scrutiny after just one match.