We’ve already suggested that betting on England to win the World Cup makes about as much sense as watching England’s Test match against Bangladesh but, as with the cricket, there will always be people that do it. Rio Ferdinand’s injury has made England slightly more attractive with the bookmakers with Paddy Power and Bodog a best-priced 15/2 but, honestly, it’s money down the drain. To lift the trophy England will have to beat both Brazil and Spain – and that just ain’t gonna happen. Read more.