The moving of the tourney t Summer is not, for me, the issue. The issue for me, is that Qatari summers have been murderously hot for many years previous to them bidding for a world cup. For this to not be a part of their whole bid is ludicrous, even as a plan B. If there had been complete transparency from the beggining, then there wouldn't be much of an argument to make or be had.
Gwladysyoungestson, the issue with your argument for me is that the World Cup is there for much more than just to reward countries with a huge football following. It is also a showcase for the worlds top talent, an opportunity to say, this is what football at it's best can bring you, this is what it's all about, this is what you are missing. The glamour, the emotion, the show. Everything. The FA have an obligation to take the game and give it to the world, be all inclusive, and USA '94 was exactly that for me. Including the USA in the world sport, letting them take part in a competition they had little love for in the most part. In my belief, the entire set-up over there now, and the coverage available is 80% due to the WC94, and 20% hard work and dedication. Dont forget, it isn't commented on much, but even little old England had very little interest in world football tournaments until we hosted it. We felt that we never needed to include them in OUR sport, until 94, USA felt they werent included in our sport, now they have internationals playing in the greatest leagues in the world on a regular basis. That is massive progress. And also why, for me, USA'94 was one of modern sporting history's greatest moments.
