UK – The National Farmers Union has begged English football fans not to bring back the wrong kind of World Cup fever this summer.

The union is terrified that supporters travelling to South Korea to watch a friendly match tomorrow could unpack more than just duty frees on their return to the UK. South Korea is currently in the grip of a major foot and mouth crisis, and farmers are fearful of the risk that fans travelling to the game will unwittingly transport the disease home.

NFU president Ben Gill said: “Farmers wish our England football team the very best of luck. But it would be an absolute tragedy if we let down our guard and let foot and mouth back into the country.

“I would implore those fans who attend the South Korean friendly to stay away from affected areas and avoid coming into contact with livestock during their travels.”

Gill also urged travelling supporters not to bring South Korean food or meat back with them to the UK.