An unfortunate graphic cut-away from France v England at Euro 2004

Editorial cuts between replays and the action are a real art form, allowing us to flit between analysis and enjoyment with the minimum of fuss.

However, sometimes they happen in unfortunate places, leaving the easily amused amongst us something to chuckle at.

After giving Thierry Henry a penalty in the match between England and France, referee Markus Merk was the victim of just such a mistimed edit.

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