Inside luxury £1billion cruise liner that England WAGs will live on for World Cup which features a five-a-side pitch
THREE Lions’ Wags will enjoy a life of luxury aboard a £1billion cruise liner during the World Cup in Qatar.
Several of the Three Lions stars’ partners and families are set to be based on the MSC World Europa, described as a “floating palace”.
It includes six pools, 14 ocean-view jacuzzis, dodgem cars, salons, boutiques, restaurants, bars and the longest dry-slide at sea.
In Qatar there is normally a booze ban which can land flouters in jail, though some “select areas” will serve it at the World Cup.
Because the MSC World Europa is “off-shore”, guests can neck champagne stress-free and sunbathe, unlike at some hotels there.
Among them could be model Anna Modler, 24, who is dating defender Eric Dier, and air hostess Georgina Irwin, 26, engaged to goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.
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Packages will cost players’ families £6,000 each – a snip for England’s mega-rich footballers.
Phil Foden’s girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, 22, is among those to have expressed an interest in staying on it along with the Manchester City ace’s family.
Fern Maguire, 27, is also expected in the Middle East to support hubby Harry during the tournament, which starts in November.
While some partners are likely to stay in Dubai and fly in for matches, The Sun on Sunday can reveal several have opted to make the MSC World Europa their base.
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In an added boost, the FA is stumping up the bill for security, with thousands of fans also expected on board.
Our source said: “The boat is an amazing place to stay. It is like a floating palace, which is why many of the players’ wives and families quickly snapped up packages that the Football Association arranged.
Those staying on the boat can have at least five people with them and also pay for extra guests too.
It means nannies and other family members are likely to be heading out to Qatar as well.
“Due to the fact the boat is off shore, guests can have a drink and enjoy themselves without having to worry about falling foul of Qatar’s strict rules.
“In many of the bars and clubs around Qatar you can’t even cheer let alone order a beer.
“And they certainly don’t like football songs.
“And many hotels aren’t even allowed sunbathing areas. But by staying on the boat guests just relax and have a great time.
“If England do go all the way it’s likely to become like a carnival on board.”
The ship can hold 6,762 guests – and many fans are reported to still be trying to book rooms.
Prices start at about £300 for a double/twin but go right up to £690 a night.
Those staying on the 205,700- tonne ship are promised a “globally inspired urban design” and a “world of immersive experiences”.
One of the highlights, especially for children, is an incredible 11-deck high slide called “The Venom Drop”.
Water slides are also available too. A Sportplex zone will offer basketball, bumper cars and even a roller disco rink.
Swimming pools, which include one inside with a sliding roof, have themes including “botanic garden”, “zen” or “beach vibes”.
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Their first match will be against Iran on November 21 at Doha’s Khalifa International Stadium — the day after the tournament starts.
The FA declined to comment.