Southampton keen to help 2018 bid

Published : 23 Sep 2009 12:24:30Rss feed

Southampton executive chairman Nicola Cortese feels St Mary's could be used as a World Cup venue if England is chosen to host the 2018 tournament. Portsmouth's Fratton Park has already been identified as a possible venue even though redevelopment work at the ground has yet to start. Cortese believes Saints' stadium could be a suitable alternative. "We have shown our interest but it is not depending on us," Cortese told BBC Radio Solent. "Right now Portsmouth look to be favourites bu.... read more