EastEnders fans were left floored as the BBC soap gave a nod to the FIFA Women’s World Cup – minutes into the show airing.
The BBC channel underwent a major shake-up on Thursday (July 20) due to the FIFA Women’s World Cup starting.
BBC Breakfast started on BBC One before it was then moved to BBC Two at 7:30am – so footy fans could watch the opening match between New Zealand and Norway.
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And within minutes of EastEnders airing, the soap paid tribute to the footy event.
The opening moments of Thursday’s episode (July 20) saw a scene between Eve and Martin.
As she worked on Stacey’s van, Eve asked: “Did you see the football this morning? New Zealand-Norway…it was a cracking, cracking game.”
Martin then replied: “Nah nah, too early for me”.
Fans watching the show at home were left stunned at the reference, with one writing on Twitter: “Good Women’s World cup reference.”
Another added: “Eve going to be up at the crack of dawn everyday to watch the football.”
Someone else said: “Eve just had to mention the women’s football didn’t she, how cringe.”
It’s fair to say the telly schedule faced a huge shake up on Thursday (July 20) due to the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Over on ITV, This Morning and Loose Women were taken off the air so the channel could cover the Australia and Republic of Ireland match.
In other EastEnders news, fans have spotted a sign about Cindy Beale’s return – and they think they know when it’s coming.
Kathy Beale was left heartbroken after she couldn’t wed Rocky after his ex ruined their big day, and while they haven’t been able to move forward jut yet, the focus has moved to George and Elaine.
Kathy went to see her pal Elaine at the Queen Vic as they referenced the gossip which is surrounding the square.
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Elaine told Kathy: “Everyone stopped eating and started using their gobs to gossip. Not to worry darling, everyone has a past. If George’s ex turned up at our wedding, she would be lucky if she left with just a slap.”
Kathy laughed it off and said she needs a drink, but fans were otherwise distracted by the foreshadowing nature of her comment.
Taking to Twitter, one user wrote: “Well that’s Cindy turning up at Elaine’s wedding lol.”
Another said: “Cindy is definitely going to ruin the wedding then.”
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