Triesman claims four Fifa members attempted 2018 bribes

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They should have bribed them with ham, sausages and a cockoo clock - that's the way we got the FIFA world cup to Germany :

In this difficult situation, Germany would like to emphasize the urgency of its appeal to hold the World Cup 2006 in Germany. Let me come straight to the point:
In appreciation of your support we would like to offer you a small gift for your vote in favor of Germany:
A fine basket with specialties from the black forest, including some really good sausages, ham and — hold on to your seat — a wonderful KuKuClock!
And a beer mug, too! Do we leave you any choice?
We trust in the wisdom of your decision tomorrow,
sincerely yours
Martin Sonneborn
Secretary TDES
(WM 2006 initiative)

—Original text of the fax, sent by Titanic on July 5th, 2000

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