Alex Ferguson has thrown his weight behind England’s bid for the 2018 World Cup and the Manchester United manager will play a key role in this week’s visit by FIFA inspectors.
The Scot will join Bobby Charlton in guiding the six-man FIFA team around Old Trafford, one of the main venues for England’s bid, when they visit Manchester tomorrow.
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