Ferdinand and Shearer bemoan England bid failure

England captain Rio Ferdinand has led the reaction to the failed World Cup 2018 bid, describing himself as "gutted".

Ferdinand and Shearer bemoan England bid failure

England captain Rio Ferdinand has led the reaction to the failed World Cup 2018 bid, describing himself as "gutted".

Russia got the nod from FIFA's executive committee despite England's odds of success shortening significantly after a lavish charm offensive led by British Prime Minister David Cameron, Prince William and David Beckham.

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