Nationwide Building Society, reported to have played a huge
role in Glenn Hoddle's ouster, are now said to be overjoyed that Kevin Keegan wants the
England managerial job on a full-time, permanent basis. That decisions affecting
the national side are influenced by the team's sponsor is disturbing, although perhaps it
is inevitable that a company that has put out millions for the privilege will be consulted
on major decisions. Sponsors, however, should keep their corporate mouths shut on
football-related matters.