The fans felt that both the BBC and world feed commentators were biased and more leaned towards Argentina whose star player, Lionel Messi, was backed to inspire the team to a much-needed victory.
At some point, the world feed commentator said it would be unthinkable for Argentina to crash out of the world cup at the group stages.
Likewise, the fans argued that both sets of commentators sounded more eager to have Argentina progress to the round of 16.
The Super Eagles needed to avoid defeat to qualify for the round of 16, but were unable to hold on at 1-1, after Victor Moses’ penalty cancelled out Lionel Messi’s opener.
Here are some of the reactions from the displeased spectators:
Super Eagles ✔@NGSuperEagles
FT in St. Petersburg. Our galant Eagles bow out of the World Cup. Thank you for all your support #SoarSuperEagles #NGA #Team9jaStrong #WorldCup pic.twitter.com/IUuJOYtOoS
Dominiq@AYAMNICWe have to question that guy running the commentary, he was so biased. Saying ‘the match was not going according to plan’ and ‘I cannot imagine a round of 16 without Argentina ‘.
Abby Abilla@aabilla1This commentator is so biased…he has shown clear support for Argentina all through the commentary. Guy counts Nigeria out of the World Cup and the game is not even over….
Dom Metcalfe@dommetcalfeTotally biased commentary by @BBCSport covering the Nigeria v Argentina. They made out that Argentina had some kind of Devine right to win
JAWL@Calepine#NGAARG dreadful biased commentary this evening. So boring to worship Messi. Also I bet there are far more people watching in Britain who are rooting for Nigeria rather than for Argentina…
jay little@jaylittle3The commentary on the Nigeria v Argentina game is absolutely shocking. Very biased towards Argentina #Worldcup2018Russia
Pauldapo3t@poeticmindofPI swear these british commentators want Argentina.. its so biased, its unbelievable. #WorldCup #bbc #WorldCup2018 #england #britishcommentators #Nigeria #NIGARG #Russia2018