Nick Wright previews this weekend's clash between York City Knights and Hull FC
Alex Reid looks at whether the once ever-present appearance of English clubs in the later stages of the Champions League is set to become a thing of the past
Craig Dobson looks at QPR's decision to sack Neil Warnock and replace him with Mark Hughes
James Tompkinson reviews an excellent pre-season victory for the York City Knights against Yorkshire rivals Leeds Rhinos
Sepp Blatter has long been known to favour the Russian bid, citing the opening of new markets as the principal reasons for his approval. Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko said: "We can promise you a World Cup you will never forget. Let us make history together."
Despite a total cost of £15 million, and the best efforts of David Beckham, David Cameron and Prince William, the English bid was deemed inferior even to the Netherlands/Belgium proposal - the countries many saw as by far the least likely to secure votes. The nature of the English defeat will no doubt raise the question about the BBC Panorama documentary, aired on Monday, which alleged that several FIFA officials had taken bribes and kick-backs in exchange for World Cup votes.
The inquest into England's spectacular failure will unfold over the coming weeks, but it is suffice to say that today's events reflect the deep resentment towards English football culture felt by many FIFA officials.
Stay with The Yorker for more reaction over the coming days.
not sure i'm happy with this! poor england :( i thought beckham's speech was great.
Beckham is legende
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