Springbok lock forward Andries Bekker will undergo ankle surgery on Tuesday and has consequently been ruled out of contention for the Rugby World Cup. The 27-year-old, 2.08m lock was one of a number of players who missed selection for the Springboks' first Castle Tri-Nations squad of the season because of injury. Following further evaluation it has been decided that Bekker … [Read more...] about Bekker out of World Cup
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World Cup Legacy Project Handover to Ekangala
Bronkhortspruit - As part of the nation-wide celebrations to mark the one year anniversary of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the South African Football Association in Gauteng on Sunday unveiled yet another multimillion rand legacy project associated to the tournament. SAFA president Kirsten Nemathandani and his deputy Danny Jordaan handed over a state-of the art artificial foot … [Read more...] about World Cup Legacy Project Handover to Ekangala
2010 LOC disbanded
Pretoria - The 2010 FIFA World Cup Local Organising Committee (LOC) has closed up business and transferred all outstanding activities to the South African Football Association (Safa). The 2010 LOC is the brains behind the years of meticulous planning responsible for the successful staging of the first FIFA World Cup on African soil. From the minute the 2010 World Cup was … [Read more...] about 2010 LOC disbanded
World Cup vibe unforgettable
Pretoria - A year after kick-off of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Bafana Bafana current leading goal scorer, Katlego "Killer" Mphela says the tournament vibe created some unforgettable moments. "It was extraordinary and it was unforgettable, not just for the players, but for the country and the continent. Leading up to the first game, the country was filled with a very positive … [Read more...] about World Cup vibe unforgettable
South Africa Continues To Capitalize on World Cup Momentum, One Year Later
One year after hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, South Africa continues to celebrate the lasting legacy of one of the most successful World Cup events in history. This television triumph captivated global audiences and attracted thousands of visitors worldwide, propelling South Africa as a leading sporting country and a highly attractive travel destination. South Africa has … [Read more...] about South Africa Continues To Capitalize on World Cup Momentum, One Year Later
