Russia win World Cup 2018 bid

England’s roller-coaster campaign to host the 2018 World Cup ended in defeat in Zurich today.
FIFA’s executive committee voted to give the tournament to Russia ahead of England, Spain/Portugal and Holland/Belgium.
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SUBSCRIBEEngland’s roller-coaster campaign to host the 2018 World Cup ended in defeat in Zurich today.
FIFA’s executive committee voted to give the tournament to Russia ahead of England, Spain/Portugal and Holland/Belgium.
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