When the World Cup kicks off tomorrow it will not just be England children will be rooting for in Lambeth’s classrooms.

As these pictures show, footballing nations from across the globe are represented in the borough, widely considered to be one of the most multicultural places on the planet.

Children with close links to each of the 32 nations participating in this year's tournament can be found in Lambeth.

At Jessop primary school in Herne Hill, pupils are linked to some 17 of the nations, while at Fenstanton primary school pupils are from 12 of the countries participating.

Fenstanton headteacher Sally Hindle, said: "The World Cup is a fantastic time for pupils to learn about each others cultures."

Some 132 languages are spoken by pupils at the borough's schools.

After English, the two main languages spoken are Yoruba, from West Africa, and Portuguese.

Lambeth's cabinet member for children and young people, Councillor Pete Robbins, said: "Everyone living in Lambeth is rightly proud of its rich mix of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

"There are supporters of all 32 competing nations living in Lambeth so there should be a great atmosphere for every single game.

"I hope everyone gets behind their team, and it inspires our young people to get out into our brilliant parks to play football."