England 2018's bid leaders claimed FIFA members broke their promises as bitter recriminations began over the first-round exit that saw Russia triumph.

THE recriminations over England’s humiliating defeat in their attempt to win the 2018 World Cup began last night after the bid was eliminated in the first round with just two votes.

BRITAIN’S Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt has been assured by FIFA delegates that England’s bid to host the 2018 World Cup will not be adversely affected by tonight’s Panorama programme.

England’s hopes of staging the 2018 World Cup have been boosted at the very start of a four-day inspection of their bid, with FIFA president Sepp Blatter admitting it would be “easy” to stage the tournament in the country.

Tottenham have submitted a planning application with Haringey Council for their new 56,250-capacity stadium on land adjacent to White Hart Lane.

England’s 2018 World Cup bid leaders are gearing up for a 15-month campaign that they believe will be the most challenging of any such contest.

England’s bid to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup started with a public-relations embarrassment after it emerged British National Party politician Richard Barnbrook was among those at yesterday’s campaign launch at Wembley.

England’s new World Cup bid chief has warned that their status as early favourites to host the 2018 tournament is one of the biggest dangers threatening their chances.

A major Manchester United fans’ group has accused Red Devils owner Malcolm Glazer (pictured) of totally ignoring a letter from Richard Caborn requesting a meeting between the American and supporters opposed to his takeover.

The Glazer family have hit back at continued criticism of their ownership of Manchester United by some sections of the Red Devils support.

MANCHESTER United fans’ groups have called on departing directors Nick Humby and Andy Anson to “come clean” about life at Old Trafford under new owner Malcolm Glazer.

Manchester United finance director Nick Humby and commercial director Andy Anson have resigned.

Twelve months on from their hugely controversial £790m (€1.2bn) takeover of Manchester United, the Glazer family admit most supporters are undecided over whether they have been a force for good.

MANCHESTER UNITED commercial director Andy Anson yesterday revealed Alex Ferguson has been armed with a “significant” transfer kitty to rebuild his midfield - but confirmed no new funds would be made available from the club’s new sponsorship deal.

Manchester United commercial director Andy Anson today revealed that Alex Ferguson has been armed with a “significant” transfer kitty to rebuild his midfield – but confirmed no new funds would be made available from the club’s new sponsorship deal.

FURIOUS Mansion chief negotiator David Kinsman has accused Manchester United of “double-dealing” after the Red Devils pulled the plug on a world record sponsorship deal.

Malcolm Glazer’s new "chief of staff" will play no role in negotiating Manchester United’s new shirt sponsorship deal.

Manchester United are searching for a new shirt sponsor after Vodafone ended their current £36m (€52m) deal two years early.

Manchester United have axed their plans to build a casino at Old Trafford.

The Times today revealed what it claims is Manchester United owner’s Malcolm Glazer’s business plan for the future running of the club.

Manchester United chief executive David Gill and finance director Nick Humby are being urged to resign in the wake of Malcolm Glazer strengthening his grip at Old Trafford.

Malcolm Glazer’s sons, Joel, Avram and Bryan, have been appointed to the board of Manchester United in a major reshuffle of the Old Trafford boardroom.

Manchester United are applying to the British government for a licence to build a casino on land close to Old Trafford.

Manchester United have confirmed that Malcolm Glazer has finally launched his long-awaited £800m (€1.16m) bid to buy the club.

Manchester United fans have reacted with immediate and predictable fury to renewed speculation that Malcolm Glazer is set to launch a fresh takeover bid.

Manchester United shares rose by 4% at the start of trading this morning amid speculation that Malcolm Glazer was about to make a renewed bid for the club.

MALCOLM GLAZER has once again approached Manchester United about a possible takeover bid.

Anti-Malcolm Glazer campaigner Keith Harris has warned the Manchester United board to expect the unexpected from the American in the coming days.

US tycoon Malcolm Glazer is today counting the cost of a failed boardroom coup at Manchester United that left his bid to buy the club in tatters.

Manchester United will launch an Asian charm offensive next summer in a bid to extend their 40-million fan base in the region.

Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of former Walt Disney executive Andy Anson as their new commercial director.

Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of former Walt Disney executive Andy Anson as their new commercial director.