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Keeping Euro 2020 semis and final at Wembley boosts World Cup bid, says FA

  • Agreement bolsters relationship with Uefa, says Bullingham
  • FA yet to decide whether to bid for 2030 World Cup

The Football Association’s chief executive, Mark Bullingham, has said keeping the semi-finals and final of Euro 2020 at Wembley will help his organisation maintain a strong relationship with Uefa, potentially boosting England’s chances of hosting the 2030 World Cup.

The UK government has reached an agreement with Uefa to allow more than 60,000 fans into Wembley for the three games after speculation the matches could be moved to Budapest. It is also expected that a controversial request from Uefa to waive quarantine rules for VIPs, sponsors and broadcast partners entering the UK will be granted.

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