Anti-Russian hysteria in England
Anti-Russian hysteria in England Tags: World , Russia , England , Sports , World Cup 2018 , 2018/2022 World Cups , Commentary Sergei Saenko 6.12.2010, 15:50 England is threatening to withdraw from FIFA in protest over England not being allowed to host the World Cup Championship in 2018, as Russia was chosen instead. Judging by the British press and declarations made by football public figures, England is very upset over the fact that the 2018 World Cup will not be held on the British Isles. The British media have moved from exposures to outright insults. Abusive materials are published not only by tabloids but also by serious British newspapers, which does not do them credit. First of all, accusations are showered on FIFA and its Executive Committee, because its members dared to vote against England. The British press and some football officials are demonstrating un-gentlemanlike behavior. They are accusing FIFA officials of corruption and demand a reform of this respecta...