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.'

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.'