[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, authorities have been secretly planning a grand victory parade should England lift the World Cup trophy. If England triumph in the World Cup final scheduled for July 19 (US time), London will host one of the largest victory parades in the country’s history within the following week. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport aims to finalize the exact date in the coming days. Back in 2025, the government and the Football Association hastily arranged a parade in London after England women’s national team retained the European Championship title. Officials have now held informal talks with the FA on how to manage the expected crowds of millions of well-wishers. The planning alone has cost tens of thousands of pounds. Authorities are arranging for a double-decker bus, a large stage and on-site entertainment facilities for the event. Sources estimate the total cost will stand at around £500,000.
The editor believes that if England truly wins the World Cup without a corresponding plan, both the government and the Football Association would appear foolish.