The BBC have received 172 complaints after Mark Lawrenson made a sexist remark during Argentina’s victory over Switzerland earlier this week.

Switzerland striker Josep Drmic’s poor attempt at goal in the 38th minute triggered Lawrenson to say that the striker “should have put a skirt on.”

Social media went into a frenzy with some members of Twitter asking for the former Liverpool player to be sacked immediately with others calling for an apology. 

Though Lawrenson has yet to apologise for the crude remark, a spokesman said sorry on his behalf saying: “The remark was inappropriate and we apologise for any offence caused.”

Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom had received six complaints so far but were unsure whether to formally investigate the incident.

It is not the first time complaints have been filed against the BBC for their World Cup commentators.

The company received over 400 complaints for Phil Neville’s commentary debut during the England v Italy clash last month. 

Watchers described the Manchester United coach as “dull and boring” with Neville at the time admitting that he took the criticism on board.

“The feedback is that I need to show a bit more excitement, so I think you’ll see that more on Thursday night in the highlights show,” he said.