Football fans and Visit London employees gathered on the banks of the Thames near Tower Bridge earlier today to show their support for the England 2018 Football World Cup Bid.

After being entertained by John Farnworth, the world freestyle champion, and official football world record holder, we cheered as the FIFA Inspection Boat passed under an open Tower Bridge, and were happy to see members of the FIFA committee waving back.

Show your support for the 2018 World Cup Bid at www.england2018bid.com

England’s 2018 Football World Cup bid is in good hands according to former England International Dion Dublin, and he believes London is the rightful focal point of the bid.

Speaking at the Launch of the npower Football League at London’s npower arms on Tuesday night, Dublin told Visit London:

“Where’s a better place than London to have the Olympics and the World Cup? We’ve got everything you would need here; the stadiums, the transport system, everything’s set-up ready to go. They’ll tweak it and make it even better – this is the place to have it.”

The former Manchester United player added:

“They’ve got a great team led by my old friend David Beckham who I was with at [Manchester] United. If anybody can get it done, David Beckham can.”

It is set to be an exciting decade for sport in London with the Olympic Games in 2012 followed by the possible 2018 World Cup. Dublin believes hosting the 2012 Olympics can only benefit the chances of England’s 2018 World Cup bid.

“If you’ve done something you’ll know how to do it better next time,” he said. “So let’s keep our fingers crossed and hopefully it will work out for us – it will be a great place to have it.”

Dublin has been keeping a close eye on England’s current World Cup matches and he believes The Three Lions have a great chance of lifting the trophy for the second time.

World Cup Willie, the mascot from the 1966 World Cup, has been reincarnated.

And what’s more, he paid a visit to VL Towers this morning!

The cuddly mascot is travelling around London today to promote the magnificent Wembley Stadium tour.

During the 90-minute tour, you’ll have the chance to be snapped with a replica of the FA Cup, climb the steps to the Royal Box and see unique objects from English Football’s history.

While the World Cup is on you’ll also have the opportunity to grab a photo with the famous Jules Rimet World Cup trophy. There’s also a chance to meet World Cup Willie yourself on the tour every Friday throughout the summer holidays.

The England 2018 World Cup bid is currently being considered by FIFA with a decision expected in December… But who could deny a cute lion?

For more information call +44 (0)844 800 2755 visit www.wembleystadium.com/tours