Sheree Murphy set to play bingo during World Cup

Her husband Harry Kewell may be heading to South Africa to play football, but Sheree Murphy has a totally different game on her mind this month - bingo.

The former Emmerdale star will be promoting Gala Bingo throughout the World Cup, which begins next Friday (June 11th).

As well as playing with friends at Gala clubs around the UK, Sheree is set to host several special games in the dedicated Sheree Murphy club at the Gala Bingo website.

"With Sheree's help, we're delighted to be offering our players a fantastic escape from all the World Cup fever," said Gala's Chris Edgington.

"We wish all our players - and England - the very best of luck."

Currently starring in Hollyoaks, the 34-year-old actress and Wag added that she has "always loved playing bingo".

Harry, who currently plays for a Turkish club but was previously at Liverpool and Leeds United, is a member of Australia's World Cup squad.

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