Tag Archives: FIFA World Cup

What are the challenges for soccer development structures in SA?

July 15, 2010

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What are the challenges for soccer development structures in SA?

As the plastic horns of the vuvuzelas finally fell silent on Monday morning, and the numerous vendors in each host city selling scarves and flags of the teams took the day off, it’s the first time in six years that there is no soccer to look forward to in South Africa. Since the announcement was [...]

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Big name players failed to ignite the FIFA World Cup!

July 8, 2010

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Big name players failed to ignite the FIFA World Cup!

One thing you can be sure of when watching the World Cup is that you are witnessing the greatest players in the world. Some come into the World Cup already household names, while others look to turn the tournament into a showcase for their skills. No matter what the situation, the World Cup is a [...]

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The top 5 places to watch FIFA World Cup

June 29, 2010

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The top 5 places to watch FIFA World Cup

Guest post by Leah Marin, a communications coordinator for Projector Screens. No matter where you are in the world, there’s one thing everyone is doing between June 11 and July 11; watching the World Cup. Just as it does every four years, the World Cup has brought about a fever that infects every nation across [...]

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Soccer fans are here, but will they visit post-world cup?

June 28, 2010

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Soccer fans are here, but will they visit post-world cup?

Guest post by Martin Longreen, a fitness buff and writer for the popular self defence website Hertao. Soccer fans from around the world have arrived in South Africa in droves to witness the world’s greatest sporting event unfold first hand. Tourism has taken a major boost, and the country as a whole has enjoyed sharing [...]

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SA to host World Sport Destination Expo

June 14, 2010

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SA to host World Sport Destination Expo

THE fastest growing sector in the global travel and tourism industry will be showcased when Johannesburg holds the inaugural World Sport Destination Expo at the Sandton Convention Centre during FIFA World Cup™ 2010. World Sport Destination Expo (WSDE), which takes place from July 5-9, is the world’s first exhibition and conference dedicated to showcasing the [...]

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FIFA.com partners Google for fans to celebrate 2010 FIFA World Cup

June 14, 2010

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FIFA.com partners Google for fans to celebrate 2010 FIFA World Cup

The 2010 FIFA World Cup has kicked off in South Africa. During the month-long tournament, millions of fans around the world will follow the games. To mark the event, FIFA.com, the world’s official football website, and Google have collaborated on a range of online features to help supporters keep track of how each team is [...]

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FNB brands Soweto Towers on soccer theme

June 8, 2010

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FNB brands Soweto Towers on soccer theme

Ahead of the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, the famous Soweto Towers near Orlando have been given a fresh look. The cooling towers were originally painted in 2003 by FNB and the bank has again embarked on a process of ensuring that this landmark is ready to be viewed by the thousands of [...]

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World Cup set to break financial records

April 22, 2010

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World Cup set to break financial records

This year’s world cup in South Africa is predicted to beat all previous events in terms of the financial revenue generated. It has been estimated that advertising spending alone will exceed one million dollars. The Centre for Economics and Business Research has forecast that over three billion dollars will be spent by fans in South [...]

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Useful plugins and applicaitons in the run up to the World Cup!

April 20, 2010

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Useful plugins and applicaitons in the run up to the World Cup!

OK so you are one of the unlucky ones, much like myself who can’t make it to see the world cup this time around!  However why not make things easier for yourself by downloading some useful programmes to help you plan your time at home around the World Cup matches! Do you use Microsoft Outlook [...]

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Why aren’t more fans travelling to the world cup?

April 15, 2010

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Why aren’t more fans travelling to the world cup?

The World Cup is the most prestigious sporting event in the world. Occurring only every four years adds even more anticipation and excitement to a tournament teaming with intrigue, beauty, and elation from football fans around the world. Even the most uninterested or casual football viewers tune in to the World Cup. As the newest [...]

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France selects Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa as their base for 2010

December 15, 2009

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The French Football Federation has confirmed that France will make Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa in Knysna its base camp for the 2010 Football World Cup. France, which was drawn in Group A to play South Africa, Mexico and Uruguay, will arrive at Pezula in early June. Les Bleus, who won the competition on home [...]

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