Lowy refuses to accept that 2018 World Cup is going to Europe
By Andrew Warshaw in Zurich
May 14 – The man leading Australia’s 2018 and 2022 World Cup bid says he will not be rushed into making a decision about which tournament to bid for.
Ian Wright and Boris Johnson back England World Cup bid
By Tom Degun in London
May 14 – London Mayor Boris Johnson and Arsenal legend Ian Wright teamed up at London’s City Hall today to mark the handover of the England 2018 World Cup bid to FIFA.
David Beckham: Why England can win the right to host the World Cup in 2018
As you read this I am in Zurich about to undertake the unique privilege of handing England’s Bid Book for the 2018/22 World Cup’s to the President of FIFA Sepp Blatter.
This is an amazing honour for any English man or woman.
El Salvador suspended by FIFA
May 12 – FIFA has suspended El Salvador from all international football, citing Government interference in issues of the national side as the reason for their decision.
A World Cup in Russia would benefit football more than anywhere else
By Duncan Mackay
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year
May 13 – Russia have tried to put a positive spin on their lack of modern football stadiums and facilities by claiming that awarding them the 2018 World Cup would help the development of the sport in the world’s biggest country, First Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov claimed today.
Qatar World Cup would help build bridges bid book claims
By Duncan Mackay
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year
May 13 – Qatar will claim in their bid book to be handed to FIFA President Sepp Blatter in Zurich tomorrow that awarding them the 2022 World Cup would help build bridges between the East and West.
Exclusive: England 2018 think they have identified change in FIFA strategy
By Andrew Warshaw in Zurich
May 13 – As the nine countries bidding for the 2108 and 2022 World Cups prepare to hand over their carefully prepared bid books to FIFA here tomorrow, the man who has worked on no fewer than three bids has identified a major change of strategy.
England 2018 following London 2012 blue-print
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By Duncan Mackay
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year
May 12 – England’s World Cup bid is copying an idea from London’s successful bid to host the 2012 Olympics and Parlaympics when it hands its bid book into FIFA President Sepp Blatter in Zurich on Friday (May 14).
South Africa did not ask for $100 million FIFA cash injection claims Jordaan
May 11 – FIFA took the decision to inject $100 million (£67 million) into the budget of this year’s World Cup in South Africa without being asked for it, officials there claimed today.
Wallace and Gromit star in ‘Hand of Dog’ ad for England World Cup bid
May 11 – Wallace and Gromit, created by Bristol-based Aardman Animations, are recreating Diego Maradona’s “hand of God” goal in an advert designed to back England’s bid to host the 2018 World Cup.
Arsenal shares attract worldwide interest
May 11 – Potential bidders from Europe, North America, China, the Middle East and Africa have expressed an interest in purchasing a 16 per cent stake in Premier League Arsenal put up for sale by one of the club’s biggest shareholders.
Mihir Bose: Does Chelsea’s Premiership triumph herald the start of a revolution in English football?
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Does the 2009-2010 Premiership mark a season that heralds revolutionary change?
Or are the changes more cosmetic?
England 2018 determined to woo Blatter
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By Andrew Warshaw at Wembley Stadium
May 10 – England’s 2018 World Cup campaign will undergo a major charm offensive by inviting FIFA President Sepp Blatter to the country after this summer’s tournament in South Africa.
Germany or Hungary lined-up to replace Ukraine admits Platini
By Andrew Warshaw
May 10 – Germany or Hungary could be invited to stage some 2012 European Championship games if Ukraine fails to meet targets for stadium redevelopment, UEFA President Michel Platini (pictured) has warned.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister to lead delegation to Zurich
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May 10 – Russia’s bid book to stage the 2018 World Cup will consist of a massive three volumes with a total of 1,100 pages.