Gary Lineker has joined legions of football fans who believe FIFA must compensate migrant workers in World Cup host country Qatar, according to a new poll conducted on behalf of Amnesty International.

The campaign group has been calling on football’s global governing body to match its tournament prize money of £380m to support compensating workers and their families, and 73% of more than 17,000 people polled across the world back the idea. Match of the Day host Lineker is also in favour, tweeting in response: "Great idea. @FIFAcom."

Last month Amnesty accused the English FA of “lagging behind” its Welsh counterparts on this issue. The Football Association of Wales said earlier this year it wanted to see “further significant and lasting improvements” in the conditions of migrant workers in Qatar, including ongoing support through the creation of a migrant workers centre.

Separately captains of several national teams have been discussing making a gesture during the finals, which get underway in mid-November, with an emphasis on players offering a united front. Noel Mooney, the Welsh FA chief executive, previously told Mirror Football that he would back such a proposal if it has the backing of the entire squad and staff.