David Cameron a football fan? Not according to David Cameron.
By Ned Simons - 2nd December 2010
England discover this afternoon whether they have secured the 2018 World Cup, following a slick presentation from the bid team that included David Beckham, Prince William and the prime minister.
Dubbed the "Three Lions" the trio have been lobbying hard to get Fifa to award England the tournament.
But rather awkwardly, as an eagle eyed former colleague points out, the prime minister is not exactly a long time football fan.
During a Commons debate in 2001 the self described "novice parliamentarian" declared: "Many of those who have spoken in the debate or have written about the subject are either lawyers or football fans, but I have to confess that I am neither."
Shh, don't tell Fifa.
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