World Cup commentator called out after mistaking Pharrell for A$AP Rocky

| Live News reporter Published July 20, 2026 7:42am Updated July 20, 2026 7:59am To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A BBC commentator has gone viral after mistaking Pharrell Williams for another artist in two different ways. Last night saw Spain triumph over Argentina at a star-studded World Cup final that saw the likes of Matt Damon and Javier Bardem in attendance. However, roughly a quarter of the way into the biggest game in football, World Cup commentator Guy Mowbray left viewers in stitches after his hilarious blunder. As the camera spotted music icon Pharrell in the stands, Mowbray – who was joined by England legend Alan Shearer in the commentary box – originally identified him as ‘AKA Rocky’. Quickly correcting himself, he then added: ‘I think that is AKA Rocky… or ASAP Rocky, sorry.’ Despite Pharrell wearing a cap and sunglasses, which might have made him slightly tricker to recognise, A$AP Rocky was not there at all. The blunder has gone viral on social media, with fans finding it hilarious (Picture: Getty) On social media, it didn’t take long for eagle-eyed viewers to notice the blunder, with plenty taking the opportunity to poke fun at the veteran commentator. Writing on X, one user called @radtunez said: ‘Commentator really just called Pharrell “A$AP Rocky.” That’s a wild miss.’ Another user called M also wrote: ‘BBC commentator calling Pharrell Williams “I think that’s aka rocky.. or asap rocky” bye. Meanwhile, @stechu commented: ‘BBC calling Pharrell ASAP Rocky. This World Cup coverage cannot end soon enough.’ Deals of the Day Wuka launches the UK’s first period-proof swimwear for heavy flows Bridgerton fans are rushing to buy these new Netflix-inspired perfumes now £12 off The affordable summer wardrobe update you'll wear from rooftop drinks to beach holidays The £7.99 lip balm beauty fans love for glossy, hydrated lips just dropped four new shades This Keskine hydrogel mask could fix your summer skin Arrow MORE: ‘It’s not right’ – Argentina star complains about Spain after World Cup final Arrow MORE: Two Argentina players skip Donald Trump handshake after World Cup final defeat to Spain Arrow MORE: Argentina criticise World Cup final decision after Spain defeat In The Mixer’s World Cup special Everything you need to know about the World Cup – England updates, the games to watch and stories you missed – in five minutes, at 1pm, every day.