From the Back Pages, July 21: VIDEO - Lee Nelson hijacks press conference, throws wad of cash over Fifa president Sepp Blatter

Sepp Blatter’s first official press conference since announcing he is stepping down as Fifa president was interrupted by the comedian who plays Lee Nelson today. The British comic, real name Simon Brodkin, walked in front of the beleaguered head of world football’s governing body before throwing a wad of fake cash into the air. (The Independent)

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