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2010 FIFA World Cup (Johannesburg)
The much anticipated 2010 FIFA World Cup will be held in South
Africa, with matches scheduled at 10 stadiums in nine cities. This
is the first time Africa will play host to the tournament and while
local infrastructure is being upgraded to meet the demands of the
estimated 3 million international spectators, tickets, flights and
accommodation are best booked well in advance. The Johannesburg
2010 FIFA World Cup matches will take place at Soccer City (FNB
Stadium) and Ellis Park Stadium. Soccer City is South Africa's
national football stadium, a first-rate venue enlarged to hold 94
700 FIFA World Cup spectators, particularly at the 11 June kick-off
and the 11 July final. Ellis Park hosted the 1995 Rugby World Cup
final and is a venue with event facilities set to accommodate 60
000 spectators. With a guaranteed entry to the 2010 FIFA World Cup
as the host nation, South Africa is ready to do the 'Diski' dance,
blow on those Vuvuzela trumpets and play ball!
Venue: Soccer City and Ellis Park Stadium;
Date: Soccer City – 11, 14, 17, 20, 23 and 27 June, 2 and 11 July 2010; Ellis Park – 12, 15, 18, 21, 24 and 28 June, 3 July 2010;
Website: www.fifa.com/worldcup
