People from small businesses in IT or other establishments wanting to watch the upcoming England international game against Ukraine ought to consider the impact of the game on their computer, it is said.

Michael Phillips, the product director at Broadbandchoices.co.uk, responded to the announcement that web companies are to host the game at a price after no TV broadcaster picked up on the game, which was originally bought by the now-defunct Setanta Sports.

He explained that while it is a disappointment to armchair TV fans, the online experience is a chance to broaden the horizons of online viewers who are yet to experience the opportunities that online video can bring.

Mr Phillips added: "Watching the match is likely to use around 1GB of a broadband user's download allowance. Whilst this isn't that significant in total terms, it could push some users over their monthly limit so we'd advise footy fans to check first so they don’t end up being penalised."

Today, Mr Phillips also told people to ensure they launched a complaint against their broadband provider as otherwise, the issue would never be solved.

According to a recent survey by Connect, the two biggest IT headaches for businesses were 'everyday hassles with IT' (37 per cent) and 'security concerns' (32 per cent).