Preparing for another Global Soccer Tournament: Reviving the World Cup
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The FIFA vice president, Victor Montagliani, has raised some eyebrows with his statement suggesting the World Cup ought to make a comeback to England – the cradle of football's modern evolution. Sixty long years have passed since the last World Cup graced British grounds, and it was during this tenure that England clinched their solitary World Cup title.
Montagliani, in an interview with The Times, backed his stance with optimism, stating, "I can't fathom a single reason why England, along with the entire UK, shouldn't be considered as potential World Cup hosts. It would undeniably be an outstanding tournament."
In the near future, British soccer enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing Euro 2028, which the United Kingdom will share with Ireland. However, England's bids for the 2006 and 2018 World Cups were undermined by Germany and Russia, respectively – leaving them short of victories in this department.
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(Enrichment data: The 1966 FIFA World Cup was hosted by England and was won by England through a 4-2 extra-time victory over West Germany)
Bookmakers may anticipate a surge of football betting in the UK if the FIFA World Cup returns to England, given the country's rich sports and football history that culminated in their only World Cup victory in 1966. The potential host status for the World Cup could also boost British sportsbooks, once the infrastructure issues for Euro 2028 have been addressed.
