BBC refute Hearts fans' criticism and say Scottish Cup final coverage 'fair'

The BBC has defended its coverage of Hearts’ epic defeat on penalties in the Scottish Cup final.

Celtic Captain Scott Brown lifts the 2019/2020 Scottish Cup during the William Hill Scottish Cup Final between Celtic and Hearts at Hampden Park, on December 20, 2020, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

A section of Jambos fans criticised the corporation over commentary, which they felt focused more on cup holders, and winners, Celtic than Robbie Neilson’s Tynecastle team.

Some viewers said they turned the sound off and watched the showpiece event in silence.

However, a BBC spokesman told the Edinburgh Evening News: “Our extensive live coverage of this exciting final was fair to both sides.”

The sides drew 3-3 after extra time.

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