The Mail on Sunday details a conversation between Triesman and a former aide in which the official, who was leading England's bid to host the 2018 World Cup, reportedly makes the allegations of corruption. Triesman is quoted as saying that Spain could withdraw from the race to host the 2018 World Cup if rivals Russia helped them to pay off match officials in South Africa. Spain would then switch their support to the Russian bid. However, Triesman has resigned following the arrival of damaging headlines at such a sensitive time for England's 2018 bid team. It is understood that he will remain in his other role as FA chairman for the time being. It is believed that the bid team has faxed letters of apology to its Spanish and Russian rivals, as well as FIFA, in an effort to distance itself from Triesman's alleged comments.
David Beckham, the international football star has submitted the 1,752-page bid book in a hope to persuade Fifa to award England the 2018 World Cup.
The name of the country winning the bid will be announced on 2 December. Along with England, other two nations, Russia and Australia are the other potential bidders.
There are several amazing World Cup teams; however Brazil's 1970 team takes the top position as the greatest. Experts from around the world were polled and came to this unanimous conclusion that Brazil indeed is the best. Brazil's 1970 team was composed of Captain Carlos Alberto, and other all star players including Jairzinho, Gerson, Tostao, Rivelino, Clodoaldo, and Pele who was in his final World Cup season. read article
He knows best, he should retire if he doesn't feel right.
Tevez tired? He must be joking!
Carlos Tevez made a pretty surprising statement after the Argentina vs Spain friendly game, hinting that he might not be at the 2014 World Cup: "I'm tired. I'm 26. I'm old," he said. "I don't know if I will make it to 2014." What do you think?
Peter Lovenkrands has managed 11 goals in his last 12 matches in a Newcatsle United shirt, and that's nearly as good as Wayne Rooney. That said, he's playing Championship level and it's a big step down from the Premier League. However, do you believe he's worth a spot in the Danish World Cup squad?
Yes it was the logical decision. She is a talented performer and I appreciate her music...
FIFA and Sony have decided that the South Africa World Cup song will be Waka Waka (This time for Africa). Written and performed by Shakira and accompanied by South African group Freshlyground, the song will have a African theme and symbolize what the games will represent. Would you pick another song or possible another performer?
