The Football Association has confirmed it is in talks over a possible bid to host the 2018 World Cup finals in England. This bid would be backed by the government, ministers say.
All well and good. But before we get carried away, lets get some points straight:
Costs - if we are going for the World Cup, lets ensure the populace doesn't get dumped with the bill for out-of-control costs. At the moment it's been estimated that the London 2012 Olympics could cost £9bn, nearly four times the initial £2.35bn estimate in London's bid document.
The Team - Let's build an England team that actually has a chance of winning it - instead of the usual over-hyped wannabes who then flatter to deceive (and eventually exit the tournament during yet another penalty shoot-out).
Ticket prices - if the FA are successful in their bid, lets hope the ordinary supporters are not priced out of the games in favour of the "prawn sandwich" brigade, ie: the corporate high-flyers who only go to football matches when it suits the business that they are involved with.
Hooliganism - during Germany 2006, the BBC had to stop showing games in public areas because of rioting. Can we afford the extra police required to control all the thugs, especially when one considers the security needed for terrorism prevention?
Transport - at present our public transportation infrastructure is simply not up to the task of covering a major sporting event. Remember the recent hassle with fog and a couple inches of snow? If this is to be a serious bid for the World Cup, let's ensure transportation is suitably covered.
Theme tune - just make sure the obligatory song is not embarrassing!
Ministers back World Cup 2018 bid
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