Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
Channel 4 has sparked a wave of bemusement among viewers by opting to air the blockbuster Titanic during the UEFA European Football Championship tonight.
As millions of football fans are glued to their screens watching England take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final on either BBC or ITV, which have exclusive broadcasting rights for the much-anticipated match in Berlin, Channel 4 has made an intriguing programming decision.
BBC Two also hosted a major sporting event with the Wimbledon finals, while Channel 5 has broadcast The Great Storm of '87 from 7:45-9pm. However, it's Channel 4's choice to show the epic romance-disaster film during the England game that has raised eyebrows and prompted speculation of playful mischief or perhaps a foreboding hint at England's prospects tonight.
The James Cameron-directed Titanic, featuring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio as star-crossed lovers aboard the doomed vessel, will unfold its tragic tale as the RMS Titanic hits an iceberg and sinks, leading to over 1,500 deaths.
This unexpected scheduling move by Channel 4 has led fans to social media to express their reactions. One viewer commented: "Channel 4 showing Titanic when the Euros final is on is trolling I can respect." (sic)
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Another fan speculated ahead of the match: "So tomorrow evening when ITV and BBC are showing England in the Euro 2024 final, Channel 4 are showing Titanic! ! D'you think they're jealous or is there a subtle prediction here?" (sic)
The humour of Channel 4 viewers didn't stop at one, with another quipping: "Channel 4 testing all levels of banter by showing Titanic at the same time as the final tonight." (sic)
Further adding to the jest, a fourth viewer wryly noted: "Love how they've put titanic on channel 4 for people who'd rather watch one of the worst maritime disasters in history than watch football." (sic)
The Euro 2024 final is underway (Image: Getty Images) window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240709.min.js"However, Channel 4 isn't alone in making such quirky viewing choices.
In an intriguing twist, it turns out that Titanic will also be airing on a Spanish television channel tonight at 10pm, which coincides with an hour into their football match due to the difference in time zones.
The Euro 2024 final is currently underway, as England and Spain battle it out to win the historic tournament.
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Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
Channel 4 accused of 'trolling' during Euro 2024 final as they broadcast disaster film
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