The greatest show on earth will take place in South Africa from the 11th June 2010 to the 11th July 2010. The Soccer World Cup has grown from its beginning in 1930 to become one of the greatest sporting events in the world. Well over a billion people are expected to follow the month long tournament between the world's top 32 (possibly 36 in 2010) soccer playing nations.
Wetland bulldozed for Mbombela stadium |
Fifa announces qualifying slots for 2010 |
Stadiums
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Stadium |
The stadiums were approved by FIFA's executive committee at a meeting on the 17th March 2006 after being proposed by the South African local organising committee (SALCO). The early announcement of the venues is intended to help the cities which will now be able to learn from their German counterparts at this year's tournament.
The World Cup countdown clock at OR Tambo International Airport
Aspirations to be host cities/countries
Mauritius |
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How South Africa won the right to host the 2010 Cup.
Fifa World Cup tournament history
A classic own goal
Satire
The South African government has committed itself to spending about R242 billion to prepare for the 2010 Fifa World Cup - over half of South Africa's annual budget.
Previous major tournaments hosted by South Africa
2003 cricket World Cup |
1996 Africa Cup of Nations |
1995 Rugby World Cup |
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