Cheltenham Town FC secretary attends sixth World Cup this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Paul Godfrey, secretary of Cheltenham Town FC, is preparing to attend the World Cup for the sixth time this summer. Godfrey, a long-time supporter of the England national team, has journeyed to 138 countries since he began attending major tournaments in 2002. He plans to watch two pre-tournament friendlies before heading to Dallas for England's Group L opener against Croatia. Godfrey has expressed his ambition for England, albeit with cautious expectations, as they would need to defeat top football nations to advance far in the tournament. He will also continue club duties while abroad, aiming to set up for the next season at Whaddon Road.
- •Paul Godfrey prepares for his sixth World Cup this summer.
- •He has visited 138 countries while supporting England.
- •Plans include friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica.
- •Godfrey travels to Dallas for England's opener against Croatia.
- •He balances World Cup responsibilities with club duties at Cheltenham Town FC.
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — England fan ready to attend his sixth World Cup
"Cheltenham Town FC secretary Paul Godfrey is preparing to go to his sixth World Cup this summer.
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