ARTICLES RELATING TO 2010 SOCCER WORLD CUP

No SWC bonuses for ministers

2010-05-06 22:28

Cabinet has ruled that ministers may not accept any payment for helping to organise the 2010 Fifa World Cup, government spokesperson Themba Maseko says.

Moriri eyeing Bafana return

2009-12-15 07:30

Midfielder Surprise Moriri has targeted a place in Bafana Bafana's 2010 SWC squad after returning to action for Mamelodi Sundowns.

Stampede for 2010 tickets

2009-12-07 14:00

The 2010 SWC draw in Cape Town has unleashed a stampede for tickets for the tournament, FIFA has announced.

France: Group A won't be easy

2009-12-05 14:03

France coach Raymond Domenech has scoffed at suggestions his side had drawn an easy group at the 2010 Soccer World Cup.

Nigerian fans happy with draw

2009-12-05 12:16

Nigerian fans are happy with their 2010 SWC group, but are worried their coach won't take advantage of the relatively kind draw.

Toughest task awaits Parreira

2009-12-05 12:16

Carlos Alberto Parreira will make a fourth attempt to lead a country other than his native Brazil into the World Cup second round.

Bafana face early exit fears

2009-12-05 10:10

Bafana Bafana have been confronted with the very real prospect of a first round elimination from next year's Soccer World Cup.

Draw a 'celebration of Africa'

2009-12-05 08:26

Danny Jordaan, CEO of the 2010 SWC Organising Committee, says the draw in Cape Town delivered on the promise of a world-class event.

Tough draw for Africa hopefuls

2009-12-05 07:18

Africa's hopes of getting its six representatives through to the knockout phase of next year's SWC looked a tough ask after Friday's draw.

Ivory Coast face 2010 obstacle

2009-12-04 22:34

Ivory Coast's hopes of an easier SWC draw have been dashed as they drew giants Brazil and Portugal in Cape Town.

Eng lucky in World Cup draw

2009-12-04 21:42

Lady Luck has smiled on England in the 2010 Soccer World Cup draw, but Brazil and Portugal are on a collision course.

SA, France in SWC group

2009-12-04 20:47

Hosts South Africa will face France, the 1998 champions and 2006 runners-up, in the 2010 Soccer World Cup group.

SA v Mexico in SWC opener

2009-12-04 20:24

Host nation South Africa will face Mexico in Johannesburg in the opening match of the 2010 Soccer World Cup.

Mandela: SA privileged

2009-12-04 19:49

Former president Nelson Mandela has kicked off the 2010 World Cup draw by saying SA was "privileged and humbled".

Millions to watch 2010 draw

2009-12-04 18:04

An estimated 350 million people are expected to watch the draw from Cape Town for next year's Soccer World Cup.

2010 SWC ball named

2009-12-04 16:13

The official match ball for next year's Soccer World Cup finals in South Africa has been named in Cape Town.

Final Draw venue 'safe'

2009-12-04 15:15

A man was arrested after he made two hoax phone calls saying a bomb had been planted at Cape Town International airport.

Beckham visits township kids

2009-12-04 14:18

David Beckham has attended a coaching session in a Cape Town informal settlement to meet youngsters and coaches.

Capetonians can't wait for draw

2009-12-04 11:38

Vuvuzelas are blaring in the streets of Cape Town's as the city gets into party mood ahead of the 2010 SWC draw.

'Draw is the death of doubt'

2009-12-04 10:01

LOC CEO Danny Jordaan believes the World Cup draw will see the death of doubt and he is urging locals to up Bafana's ticket sales.

Sono named SWC ambassador

2009-12-04 08:34

Former Bafana Bafana coach Jomo Sono has been named as the official ambassador of the 2010 World Cup Best Young Player award.

Bafana face dilemma

2009-12-03 22:43

A so-called "favourable" draw is no guarantee that Bafana Bafana will reach the knockout stages of next year's soccer World Cup.

'SA ready to host safe 2010'

2009-12-03 20:12

Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says South Africa has prepared for every security threat going into next year's Soccer World Cup.

Jordaan keen on kind draw

2009-12-03 15:32

The mastermind behind SA's successful 2010 bid is hoping that Bafana Bafana receive a favourable draw for the SWC finals.

Locals pick Brazil over Bafana

2009-12-03 11:28
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South Africans are choosing to buy tickets for teams such as Brazil and England over the poor performing Bafana Bafana.

 

Benni becoming a headache

2010-04-07 18:27

Benni McCarthy seems to be the biggest SWC headache facing Carlos Albert Parreira, but the Bafana coach is not without company.

SWC 2010 a pollution disaster

2009-12-08 11:00

The 2010 SWC in SA will pollute the planet nine times more than the 2006 edition in Germany because of teams' and fans' long flights.

Mexico date key for Bafana

2009-12-07 11:18

Any likelihood of SA progressing from the group stage of the 2010 SWC will hinge heavily on the outcome of the opening match.

Foreign SWC journos robbed

2009-12-05 14:03

Two foreign television crews were robbed in Cape Town ahead of the draw for the 2010 Soccer World Cup.

Mind games begin at SWC

2009-12-05 12:16

The mind games have begun and it is unlikely they will stop until SA kick the show off against Mexico in Johannesburg on June 11.

Bafana pull ghastly straw

2009-12-05 10:25

So which smart alec, then, said SA might somehow be dealt a charitable hand in the 2010 SWC draw, asks Rob Houwing.

Bookies back Spain for title

2009-12-05 08:26

European champions Spain have been installed as 2010 Soccer World Cup favourites after the draw was made for next year's event.

'Best group since the Beatles'

2009-12-05 07:29

Newspapers in the UK are gloating over England's 2010 SWC draw, saying it was the "best English group since the Beatles".

Sale: One million SWC tickets

2009-12-05 07:14

An estimated one million SWC tickets were made available on Saturday in the latest phase of sales for next year's event.

Parreira: SA not afraid

2009-12-04 22:33

SA coach Carlos Alberto Parreira says the hosts are not afraid of any of the teams they drew for the Soccer World Cup final.

2010: African country backed

2009-12-04 21:03

An African side could make history at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa by possibly reaching the final - Beckenbauer.

SA play Mexico in Jhb

2009-12-04 20:24

Host nation South Africa will face Mexico in Johannesburg in the opening match of the 2010 World Cup.

Vibrant SWC party in CT

2009-12-04 20:06

Thousands of fans are attending a World Cup party on the streets of Cape Town as the draw for the sporting spectacle coontinues.

Glamour at 2010 Cup draw

2009-12-04 19:35

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, David Beckham and Charlize Theron have added glamour and gravitas to the 2010 World Cup draw.

SWC bidders gather in CT

2009-12-04 17:40

The 10 bidders hoping to host the World Cup in 2018 or 2022 have launched their first campaign films in the gardens of a stately home.

Foreign journo held for threat

2009-12-04 15:15

A foreign journalist has been arrested after he made a hoax bomb threat outside the venue where the 2010 SWC draw is to be held.

Cape Town at fever pitch

2009-12-04 15:15

The atmosphere in Long Street was electric on Friday, as the Mother City gets ready to celebrate the FIFA 2010 World Cup draw.

Figo: I hope we get SA

2009-12-04 13:01

Former World Footballer Luis Figo has expressed his hope that Portugal draw the host nation South Africa for the 2010 World Cup.

Charlize: Magic moment for SA

2009-12-04 11:17
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Oscar-award winning actress, Charlize Theron, says hosting the 2010 Soccer World Cup will be a “magical moment” for South Africa.

2010: It's time to party

2009-12-04 09:11

David Beckham and Fabio Capello are relishing the atmosphere ahead of the SWC draw, in which England are wary of the African teams.

Shoes: All not lost for Bafana

2009-12-04 07:29

Former SA star John "Shoes" Moshoeu says SA need to identify their problems if they are to reach the heights they achieved in 1996.

Parreira calm before draw

2009-12-03 21:01

Bafana Bafana coach Carlos Alberto Parreira is calm ahead of the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup draw in Cape Town.

Homeless make way for 2010?

2009-12-03 19:18

Homeless South Africans have complained that they are being forced from the streets of Cape Town to make way for the SWC.

SWC 2010: Groups and fixtures

2009-12-03 14:56

Groups and fixtures for the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa after Friday's draw in Cape Town.

Radebe hopes for easy draw

2009-12-03 11:25

Supporters of South Africa will be anxious onlookers when the 2010 World Cup draw is made for next year's finals.

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