England's "disrespectful" snubbing of the trans-Tasman Women's World Cup bid was no laughing matter for FFA chief executive James Johnson. Australia's football boss was fuming after the English FA joined a UEFA block vote in supporting Colombia's bid to host the 2023 World Cup at Friday's FIFA Council. GETTY IMAGES The Women's World Cup announcement sparked wild scenes of celebrations at the FFA's offices in Sydney. Despite Europe's snub, Johnson was happy with FIFA's voting process, which has been revamped following the controversial decision to award Qatar the 2022 World Cup. RNZ New Zealand and Australia Football are celebrating their successful bid to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Source: Stuff June 26, 2020 20:37 UTC