FIFA president Sepp Blatter claims England could make the World Cup “very, very exceptional” if given the chance to host the tournament.

England’s last bid to host the global showpiece ended in disappointment just over two years ago when Russia were awarded the 2018 event.

With the 2022 tournament allocated to Qatar and Europe un-likely to be considered for 2026, it could be 2030 before England gets another opportunity. Nevertheless, after the success of the London 2012 Olympics, Blatter told Sky Sports he is in no doubt the country could do a good job.

Blatter said: “Would England organise a World Cup, they would make the best out of it, and they would make something very, very exceptional.

“It is the homeland of football.”

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