The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has come under heavy criticism on social media for a seemingly condescending and dismissive caption following England’s 1–3 friendly defeat to Senegal.

The friendly was hosted at the City Ground in Nottingham, England, yesterday, June 10.

England opened the scoring in the seventh minute when Harry Kane broke the deadlock.

Barely five minutes to halftime, Senegal's Ismaila Sarr notched an equaliser in the 40th minute. Habib Diarra followed with another goal in the 62nd minute, securing a lead for the Lions of Teranga.

Cheikh Sabaly also found the back of the net in stoppage time, sealing the victory for the African side.

Following the match, BBC, in a post-match report, shared a post of the match scoreline on their X page with the caption “England have been beaten by an African side for the first time EVER.”

The caption garnered reactions, with many accusing the British media house of racism, arguing that the BBC's post underestimated the potency of African football and devalued it to the global audience.

Others were peeved that the BBC journalist failed to mention the team but rather referred to it as ‘an African side,’ adding that it's a disrespect to the country and the continent.

See some reactions below: