BRAZIL vs USA CONFEDS CUP 2009 FINAL

SA VS BRAZIL CONFEDS CUP 2009 SEMI FINAL

SA Fans were confident in the JHB Cold

Category 4 seats.Awesome atmosphere at Ellis Park

It was off to Ellis Park on a freezing cold night to watch the Confeds Cup Semi Final.And our country against the mighty Brazil.Did We Stand a Chance?So Bafana Bafana made it to 88 minutes. They played well I thought.I expected them to go to extra time and frustrate the Brazilians and with the backing of the partisan crowd just maybe cause an upset. But lets be honest, They lacked punch up front in that final third.

Mo always the Patriot

Checking out the Fan Zone and a taste to 2010

88 MINUTES and a Danny Alves cracker. was heart breaking for the masses. And I cant understand Santana making a change in stoppage time like he was 2-0 to the good. Overall it was a great performance for the boys and the country and a big step toward 2010.Now we off to see Brazil vs the USA and what can I say......It should be Brazils tournament

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SA VS BRAZIL CONFEDS CUP 2009 SEMI FINAL

So Bafana Bafana made it to 88 minutes. They played well I thought.I expected them to go to extra time and frustrate the Brazilians and with the backing of the partisan crowd just maybe cause an upset. But lets be honest, They lacked punch up front in that final third.

88 MINUTES and a Danny Alves cracker. was heart breaking for the masses. And I cant understand Santana making a change in stoppage time like he was 2-0 to the good. Overall it was a great performance for the boys and the country and a big step toward 2010.Now we off to see Brazil vs the USA and what can I say......It should be Brazils tournament

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ITALY VS BRAZIL CONFEDS CUP 2009





Happy to be a part of this.My seats in the Italian Zone.Category 2

From Bloemfontein it was off to Loftus and Pretoria and for the big one....Italy vs Brazil. And I coudnt wait. I was nervous to be honest...and excited. Got to the stadium to a Carnival like atmosphere...Stadium laden with Yellow and Blue.

It was a big one for Italy, they had to win or draw...and nothing prepared me for the shocking display by the Italians. We had great seats..In the Azurri stronghold. And we with a a crew of 20.

I always met my close friend and Italian Model Myla Raddichia before every game.It was superstition.

But when Brazil scored one,two and three I was gutted. What was happening. The fans behind us, the Italians and myself were in a state of shock. It was a a horrific Italian display. Brazil still hit the bar twice. The Italian fans were quiet. Many said that the team shouldn't come out. I was low in morale. It was Izzet(pride) now. Everytime Brazil had the ball there was danger. I was so afriad that we would catch 6. It was extraordinary. Ive never felt like that. Normally Italian defences were rock solid. I mean Toni was poor and so was Dosenna. Why didnt Lippi start with Santon or Grosso and not start with Toni. Montlivio was out of depth against calibre opposition and Kaka,Robinho and Fabiano were menacing. We were shell shocked, embarrassed and outplayed by the Brazilians. Then there was wind of Egypt down 3-0. Fans were anxious and logging on to cellphones to see if Italy made it. We needed one more.Some said Italy made it. The truth though is we never deserved it. Whats worse is that Egypt messed it up and the USA of all people strolled in through the back door. The Egyptians who had been playing so well.....were dumped out much to the dismay of their fans. We couldnt believe it. And when the final whistle blew I was glad that we were put out of our misery. The Egyptians in Lenz were fuming also.I chatted to a few of them.

I dint too any post match coverage, Italians were gutted and trudging out of the stadium. The Brazillians were dancing and I limped out of the stadium ,boarded our quantum,had a final drive home with the boys and hit the bed with voice going. It was a splendid weekend...of football and Swoosh0018 now goes to Ellis Park for Brazil vs Bafana Bafana. ant wait.....But lets be realistic......
We all will brace ourselves for a Brazil vs Spain Final

We had great seats.Category two tickets.Was awesome

ITALY VS BRAZIL IN PICTURES

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ROAD TRIP TO BLOEMFONTEIN CONFEDS 2009

Spain vs SA in Bloemfontein

What a sporting weekend....Fantastic.Confeds Cup. Myself and the boys embarked on a road trip of Football. JHB to Bloemfontein,Spent the Night in Bloemfontein and then to Loftus for Brazil Italy. Being back with the Boys was amazing

The lads boarding our Sesfikile

And so to the Weekend of football. 15 of us made the round trip to Bloemfontein and Pretoria. Shazo organised a Quantum,our own iTransie(Sesfikile) and we moved. It was amazing to be with the lads again and we rocked Bloemfontein. Got You Tube videos of the Road trip and loads of pics.All the lads in one vehicle ,draped in a flag, with our own Driver, excellent accommodation and amazing atmosphere. We set off at 10.30 and stopped over at an Engen Garage.The garage was rocking, Football fans making the trip, hooters and voovozellas,fans in their colours. I can only imagine what 2010s gonna be guys, brace yourselves for something spectacular.

And so to the Weekend of football. 15 of us made the round trip to Bloemfontein and Pretoria. Shazo organised a Quantum,our own iTransie and we moved. It was amazing to be with the lads again and we rocked Bloemfontein. Got You Tube videos of the Road trip and loads of pics.All the lads in one vehicle ,draped in a flag, with our own Driver, excellent accommodation and amazing atmosphere. We set off at 10.30 and stopped over at an Engen Garage.The garage was rocking, Football fans making the trip, hooters and voovozellas,fans in their colours. I can only imagine what 2010s gonna be guys, brace yourselves for something spectacular.

Fans at filling station en route to Bloemfontein

We got a few interviews,Mingled withe the fans and set off again. We reached Bloemfontein at 4pm. Checked in the Urban Hotel.Funky Hotel. Hotel was filled with journalist,press and obviously the Fans.





Our Hotel booked by Freds

Urban Hotel-Bloemfontein

At 5pm we grabbed the match tickets and made our way to The Bloemfontein Waterfront. And believe it or not, You walk from the mall straight to the Stadium. And the mall was freaking rocking. From the time we got there,their were singing and dancing Bafana and Spanish Fans, flags and colourful supporters. Can you picture Sandton full of shoppers wearing Soccer Kits. Amazing I tell you.

We had supper at Ocean Basket and mingled with the fans. I can tell you this much Bloemfontein is gonna rock as a 2010 venue.Then it was off to the game

Firoze meets Fernando Torres

Spain warming up

Although SA lost and Spain triumphed courtesy of David Villa watching a match in Bloemfontein was simply magical.The Stadium and atmsosphere is like no another.The Bloemfontein Celtic supporters certainly rock this stadium.Its as if it moves.

Later on we headed back,the lads chilled and Well me and Faaiz discovered Nelson Mandela Drive and some okes got a tad bit lucky he he

THE ROAD TRIP TO BLOEMFONTEIN IN PICS


MAGIC OF BLOEMFONTEIN


ROAD TRIP PART 1


SA VS SPAIN & ROAD TRIP PART 2


THE ATMOSPHERE ITALY VS BRAZIL

ITALY VS USA CONFEDS CUP 2009

Myself & Mo.Dream come true as we support the Azurri in South Africa

Experiencing the Park & Ride in Pretoria for the first time

The atmosphere in the stands

Last night myself,Mo,Faiz Oz,Killa,Nabeeha and Mini decided to watch the Italians against USA. I was a bit worried as I had no match ticket but managed to score a Category 1 ticket 3 rows away from the pitch and watching from there was unbelievable. It was my first time at LOFTUS and the stadium is incredible.The atmosphere was great,the fans were awesome and the Azzuri ran out 3-1 winners.

I took some footage to depict the atmosphere below and more importantly the Azurri got their campaign underway with a victory. And great goals they were. The lad Rossi a revelation. Pirlo was also fantastic. I was quite worried during the first half as Italy struggled. The USA Striker(Hesky lookalike) was giving Chielini and Legro a hard time. The Red Card,Harsh but cancelled out with the Italian goal ruled for Offside. And when USA converted the Penalty to make it 1-0 I thought we in for it. Second half and with the introduction of Rossi who chose Italian citizenship as opposed to his place of Birth USA fired Italy into the lead. Then De Rossi fired from distance and his Celebration at the Italian Bench clearly illustrates that Italy are here to mean business and they taking the tournament seriously.

Azurri Fans were pumped up at Loftus

The view from my Category 1 seat.

The third was just breathtaking with Pirlo the architect. 3-1.The victory was important and what many Italian Fans wanted. The walk back to the Park and Ride and out of the Stadium was encompassed by chanting Azurri Fans. For me.....I had the privilege of experiencing all of this LIVE from a great seat with great Fans

The atmosphere in the stands

In the other group game Brazil were stunned by an Egyptian Comeback. The Pharaohs showed that they will be no push overs come Thursday night at Ellis Park and if it wasn't for a late Kaka Penalty Brazil would not have won. Kaka THE GALACTICO shone!

So its off to Ellis Park on Saturday for swoosh0018.com.Cant wait,


Forza Azurri





On Thurdsay we put the Pharoahs in their tombs for the tournament

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ITALY VS EGYPT CONFEDS CUP 2009

DA AZZURI ARE IN DE'NILE

Our view.Cat 4 tickets at Ellis Park

The Lads having a go at Fan Fest

What can I say, I am gutted. The Pharoahs came to Ellis Park and showed why they are the Champions of Africa. They beat Italy 1-0. In truth though the Italians had plenty chances. Egypt took their one chance and buried it. Buffon could do nothing. And Italy must have themselves to blame as they next face the Mighty Brazil on Sunday in the game of the Confeds Cup.
The atmosphere again was electric. We were in Category four.Upper terraces. You could view the game properly and it was amazing to see from the view we had, a bit cold up there lol. We with a full Swoosh0018 Crew with myself and Freds the die hard Italy owes. The crowd was amazing. Also in Defence you could clearly see the class of Fabio Cannavaro. The Italian stopper made some classy interventions and rescued Chiellini on a few occations. But to see him Marshalling his troops live, was class. Theres lots of things you miss on TV.The Park and Ride was awesome going to the ground but for some a nightmare again.Please share your input again for the second game at Ellis Park,logistics etc.

We caught up with Miss Italy & Miss Egypt.see below

But tonight was a sad night and I cannot say more. The atmosphere awesome.The result ...Well its off to Bloemfontein on Saturday for Swoosh0018 and Pretoria on Sunday...but for now.

Forza Azurri.On Sunday we out dance the Samba Dancers

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Swoosh0018's undercover reporter Ary Karolia was on hand to capture these two interviews with Miss Egypt and Miss Italy. Now thats sublime





The Italian Anthem.My dream of chanting the Italian Anthem on South African Soil


EGYPT VS ITALY 2009 CONFEDS CUP


EGYPTIANS CELEBRATING AFTER THE GAME

FIFA CONFEDS CUP 2009 OPENING CEREMONY

stage is being set

In the words of Jacob Zuma the 2009 Confederations Cup is now open. And Swoosh0018.com was there. We went in a full antorage. All the lads...so it was awesome. First I want some comments on the following. Will really appreciate the input.

How was the PARK AND RIDE FACILITY?. Was it efficient. Does it need refining. Did people make it to the ground on time. Which is the best Park and Ride facility that our owes from Lenz and Fordsburg should use. Is the PARK AND RIDE A good thing?Please some structured comments here will be appreciated?



For us.The Park and Ride was ok. We sat a bit in traffic at Wits,parked and made it through the que. The ride to Ellis Park was lekker and traffic Free, A bit of a bottle neck at first Check point and I think they should open up more ailes or guys should get there early. Im worried about the Loftus game,Italy vs Brazil. Hope all goes well.
But the one fortunate aspect was that the seating was sublime, Security was tight and this ensued no s@3t in the stadium. We missed the Opening Ceremony but it was a good guide of what to expect.

The atmosphere was awesome,the football not so. Bafana struggled against minnows Iraq who put on a good show. The fans were passionate but I thought Santana didnt attack enough. Tico Modise was relied upon too much and how much could the man do. SA didnt use the width and there were two clear cut chances that they had to take, Also Bernard Parker blocked a header which was surely 1-0 to Bafana Bafana.

The Fans and atmosphere was awesome.

Fans were understandably upset with Bafanas showing and many we spoke too were calling for Santanas head. A draw with Iraq was unaccaptable. They must beat New Zealand now and they put themselves in a tricky situation.

Overall though was great to be at the ground and incident free.

In the other game Spain and Torres were rampant. They destroyed New Zealand and were clinical. They look favourites. Some comments from the Rustenburg owes that were there will be appreciated. Swoosh0018's Cisse was at the game and got us some pics. How was the game Cisse.Can you give us some feedback?

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And to Italy vs USA we go. I wont be there, but Forza Azurri and I hope we beat the YANKS. The other game is Brazil vs Egypt.

So a great week lies ahead. The Swoosh0018 crew are off to Italy vs Egypt at Ellis Park next,Spain vs Bafana Bafana in Bloemfontein and then the Big one ,Italy vs Brazil in Loftus. Cant wait and gotta conserve the energy



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ITALY vs NEW ZEALAND CONFEDS CUP WARM UP

When you expect nothing and you get something in return,Thats Destiny-Meatloh from "Blood in Blood Out"


Well, Even I wouldnt have expected how this night would Unfold. But as an Azzuri supporter. What a night. Myself,Faaiz Oz and Mo Cassim decided last minute to take a drive to the Atteridgville Staudim in Pretoria to watch our first live Italy Game. And it was freakin cold and rainy.We left at 19:30 and when we got to Woodmead, it was bumper to bumper. Rain and miserable weather. We hit Woodmead OffRamp and was a bit congested,we got the stadium at Kick off. It was freezing and raining. Italy went 1-0 down.

To see the team that you support and the World Champions Live was amazing. Theres so much that you miss on TV. The space that strikers create and the off the ball running. Dossena who I criticised looked sublime in reality, albeit it was New Zealand but as a footballer you admire the vision, passing and sheer magnitude of the game. Iaquinta was awesome and full of pace,Zambrotta bombarding down the wing. Gatusso and his combative tactics in midfield was also something. But Andrea Pirlo was awesome. His composure on the ball, silky touches and vision was unbelievable. They make it look so easy.
Italy won 4-3 and Pirlo and the first team players changed the game. The crowd was mainly made up of supporters from the Italian Club in Bedfordview who turned out in busloads to make the trip.
The weather though was horrific. We waited around after the game taking pics and my battery power was going. We were right at the tunnel.Fabio Cannavaro walked passed, we greeted and we were the only okes in the stands, Then my friends the THEORY OF THE GUAAI OR KLIPPA and we were in the dressing rooms. Unbelievable. Lippi and Cannavaro and all the players wallking around. We just greeted the Azurri as they walked pass. What a moment for an Azurri Fan. Cannavaro didnt play and was walking about. Stood face to face with Lippi and a few others. Then we wounded our way to the Press conferences and to the Italian Team Bus. Mo was smitten,gesturing to Buffon that he is the best in the World and a number one fan. Buffon gestured back. By that time Goolams law my battery died but MO got the exclusive footage of the Dressing Room which we will upload soon. But we kept chanting the names when they walked pass us. Gracia Fabio,Gracia Marcelo Lippi and Forza Gatusso,Rino. For us as fans it was the ultimate. Up close with the World Champions. When will we ever repeat this feat,
But for football lovers we are in for a treat here in South Africa. The chance to watch the best in the World. Trust me. Its something else
For Azurri Fans there is an open training session on Friday 4.30 at the Atteridgeville Stadium where Italy will take on the Tshwane x11. Its and open session to the public
But Forza Azurri.
What a night. And stay tuned for the Exclusive Footage .Up Close with the Azurri.Coming Soon
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PHOTOS FROM THE GAME


INTERVIEWS WITH THE FANS


ITALIAN PLAYERS GOING INTO TUNNEL


THE ATMOSPHERE-ITALY VS NEW ZEALAND

CONFEDS CUP 2009 PREVIEW

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FIFA CONFEDERATIONS CUP 2009 PREVIEW:

The FIFA Confederations Cup is a tournament that FIFA has implemented recently. It currently includes the winners of each of the 6 Different Confederations Competitions being North & Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa & Oceania as well as the Current World Cup Champions and World Cup Hosts. The first tournament was first held back in 1992 in Saudi Arabia, however this Competition was initially called The King Fahd Cup. In fact the 1995 and 2nd edition of this competition was also called the King Fahd Cup and also held in Saudi Arabia. The first time the Competition was officially called the Confederations Cup was in 1997 where it was also held in Saudi Arabia. Argentina became the first ever Champions back in 1992 where only 4 Nations took part. Denmark won the competition in 1995 and the Mighty Brazilians, with stars Ronaldo, Romario & Denilson, walked away with the trophy in 1997 when the competition first had 8 Nations participating. The 1999 Confederations Cup was held in Mexico where the hosts were victorious. In 2001 the competition was held in Korea and Japan as a curtain raiser for the FIFA World Cup which was held in the same countries in 2002. The Winners in 2001 were France. In 2003 France were both hosts and defending Champions and they became the first team to win the competition consecutively. The Tournament was however overshadowed by the death of Cameroon Player Mark Vivien Foe who passed away during the semi-final between Cameroon and Colombia. The 2005 Confederations Cup was held in Germany as they were the hosts for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. All future Confederations Cups would now be held every 4 years with the hosts being the FIFA World Cup hosts as well. The Champions in 2005 were Brazil.

Confederations Cup 2009 Preview – South Africa

The 2009 Confederations Cup being held here in South Africa will start on Sunday 14th June 2009 at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg where hosts South Africa will take on Asian Champions Iraq. The 2 week tournament will conclude with the final being held at Ellis Park on the 28th of June 2009. The other host cities for the Confederations Cup include Rustenburg, Bloemfontein & Pretoria.

GROUP A
SOUTH AFRICA SPAIN IRAQ NEW ZEALAND

GROUP B
BRAZIL ITALY EGYPT USA

TICKETSThere are still tickets available direct from FIFA’s web page direct as of Wednesday 10 June 2009. the following are available for the selected key matches:
Opening Ceremony South Africa vs Iraq Ellis Park Only Category 1 Available @ R 700-00/ticket
Semi-final Winner A vs Runner up B Bloemfonetin All Categories Available from R 140-00/ticket
Semi-final Winner B vs Runner up A Ellis Park Category 1 & 2 Available from R525-00/ticket
Final Ellis Park Category 1 Only @ R 1400-00/ticket
Brazil vs Italy at Loftus Group B Game is currently not available but most likely is sold out.

QUALIFIERS:
ASIA
Japan for the 2nd World Cup in a row became the first team to qualify for the World Cup after they beat Uzbekistan 1-0. Australia & Korea Republic (South) also joined Japan as guaranteed qualifiers for the 2010 World Cup. With just 1 direct place and 1 playoff place available the battle for the rest of the Asian confederation including Saudi Arabia and Iran is set to hot up.
AFRICA
The Big 5 seeded teams in Africa had mixed fortunes in the recent qualifiers that took place this past weekend. Nigeria and Ivory Coast were both successful with victories, however Tunisia and Burkina Faso also won keeping the pressure on the both of them. Ghana won their tie 2-0 over Kanoute’s Mali and are looking good in their group. Cameroon played to a goalless draw against Morocco and the both of them are not looking good in their group being last and 2nd last respectively. Egypt were shocked by a 3-1 loss to Algeria and are now bottom of their group. Its early days but some of the Big Teams are already in a bit of trouble.

NORTH AMERICA
The USA were dealt a qualifying defeat by Costa Rica, but recovered over the weekend to beat Honduras 2-1 and are now 2nd behind Costa Rica who beat Trinidad 3-2. Mexico are struggling in the group and once again lost this time to El Salvador and are currently 5th. Newly appointed Mexican coach Javier Aguirre has a job on his hands to lead the Mexicans to the World Cup.

SOUTH AMERICA
Brazil, Argentina, Chile & Paraguay are all looking good to take the 4 direct places available to the South American confederation for the 2010 World Cup. While leaders Paraguay suffered defeats to both Chile and Brazil they are still third. Brazil who thumped Uruguay 4-0 and then beat Paraguay have moved to the top of the table followed by Chile who also won both their games and both are looking good to qualify. Argentina once again stumbled by losing 2-0 to Ecuador but are still in 4th place and need to start being consistent.

EUROPE
Portugal’s disappointing qualifying campaign looks to have come good with a 2-1 victory over Albania but currently in 3rd place 7 points off the leaders Denmark and 4 points behind Hungary they need to have a string of good results to stand a chance of qualifying. Slovakia achieved the biggest victory of the rounds with a 7-0 smashing of San Marino and moved to the top of Group 3. England continued their dominance in Group 6 as they blasted Kazakhstan 4-0 and Andorra 6-0 and so maintained their 100% record. England are almost through to South Africa needing just 1 more victory out of 3. The biggest news out of Europe is that the Netherlands became the 1st European team and 4th nation to qualify for the FIFA 2010 World Cup after they beat Iceland 2-1.

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Group B is a much tougher group. Current South American champions Brazil are always looked upon as one of the favourites for any international football competition. Coach Dunga has decided against calling up superstars Ronaldo and Ronaldinho into his squad. However Brazil should have more than enough talent to produce results with the likes of Daniel Alves, Kaka, Robinho & Pato all in the squad. By the time they play Italy in the game of the group phase, Brazil will hoped to have already qualified for the semi-final. Italy the reigning World Cup Champions had a forgettable Euro 2008 campaign. Their disappointment in that competition led to Coach Donadoni being replaced by World Cup wining coach Marcelo Lipi being reinstated. Since their disappointment at the Euro 2008 championships, Italy have got back to their winning ways and currently lead the 2010 Qualifying Group. Defence has always been the backbone of Italian success of late and with the likes of Cannavaro, Zambrotta & goalkeeper Buffon it is no different this time. Pirlo should be the main man in midfield along with De Rossi. Like Brazil Italy will hope to already be in the semi-finals before they play the Brazilians in their final group game. Egypt, the reigning AFCON champions are perhaps the most consistent team in Africa having won the last 2 Nations Cup competitions. Coach Hassan Shehata has created a good team that has played together for some time. He has however left out Wigan Striker Mido but Egypt still have talent with the likes of Mohamed Aboutrike, Mohamed Zidane & Amr Zaky in the team. Egypt have a tough task to make it from this Group but playing in Africa they hope will assist them in causing an upset. USA are perhaps the underdogs of the Group having a very tough task ahead if they hope for success at the Confederations Cup. Coach Bob Bradley will be looking to his experienced European stars Carlos Bocanegra, DaMarcus Beasley and Landon Donavan to be on form if USA like Egypt hope to cause an upset and take out either Italy or Brazil.
Group A features hosts South Africa, Bafana Bafana, who could not have got a kinder draw. Grouped with Iraq and New Zealand our boys have definitely got the best possible draw to qualify for the semi-finals. Under Brazilian coach Joel Santana, South Africa have been below par, by failing to qualify from the 1st phase of both the 2010 AFCON & FIFA World Cup Qualifiers making the Confederations Cup the last Competitive opportunity for us before the 2010 World Cup. The omission of Benni Mccarthy & Nasief Morris for disciplinary reasons and the loss of Surprise Moriri to injury was a setback for us but the likes of Teko Modise & Steven Pienaar should still provide enough for us to beat both New Zealand and Iraq. Lets hope we can achieve at least a semi-final. Well if South Africa were pleased with the draw then Spain must be ecstatic with their passage to the knockout phase. Defending European Champions and current World Number 1, Spain are among the favourites to win the tournament and definitely Group A. Coach Vicente Del Bosque has taken over from successful Euro 2008 Coach, Luis Aragones, and has almost ensured that Spain have qualified for the 2010 World Cup with their 100% Record. Led by Goalkeeping Legend Iker Casillas Spain boast a host of superstars who are playing well as a unit. The loss of both Marcos Senna & Andreas Iniesta to injury should not be a problem for Spain who have the likes of David Silva, Xavi, Fabregas & Xabi Alonso all fighting for places in the centre of the park. Upfront the lethal combination of Torres & Villa will be handful for any defence. Iraq the reigning Asian Champions are the only team at the 2009 Confederations Cup that will definitely not be coming to the 2010 World Cup as they have been eliminated prior to the final phase of the Asian Qualification Section. However Iraq do have a squad who have played together for many years and have enjoyed various success as a team including the 2000 Asian Youth Championship, Semi-finalists at the 2004 Athens Olympic and of course the 2007 Asian Cup. Under Coach Bora Milutinovic, they have a coach who has vast international success coaching 5 different teams at FIFA World Cups which is a record. Star Player and Captain Younis Mahomed will be the key if Iraq are to progress to the semi-finals. New Zealand are perhaps better known for their Rugby. The loss of their Injured captain Ryan Nelson who plays for Blackburn Rovers is a big blow to New Zealand’s already tough task. Star striker and leading scorer Shane Smeltz needs to be at his best if New Zealand are to have any chance of qualification.

SA ARE WE READY

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WORLD CUP PREVIEW
SOUTH AFRICA

ARE WE READY FOR 2010 ? ? ?

South Africa has designated 9 host cities for the 2010 World Cup.
We will be previewing each of the 9 cities in this post next year to see if South Africa is ready for the 2010 World Cup.
The 9 Host Cities are:
Polokwane
Rustenburg
Nelspruit
Bloemfontein
Port Elizabeth
Pretoria
Durban
Cape Town
Johannesburg

CONFEDERATIONS CUP TICKETS FOR SALE

Applications of Tickets for the Confederations Cup in 2009 are now available on FIFA.com’s Website.
Go to the following link for more information.
http://www.fifa.com/confederationscup/organisation/ticketing/index.html
I believe that you can also apply for tickets at any FNB Branch as well.
Prices for South African Residents Category 4 are as follows:
Group Games – R70
Semi Final – R 140
Third Place Playoff – R 70
Final R 210
Category 1, 2 & 3 are not limited to South Africans and are more expensive.
If anyone is having difficulty send me an email at galactico786@gmail.com and I will try and help you.

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VOLUNTEERS FOR CONFEDS CUP

WHAT AN EXELLENT OPPORTUNITY for everyone out there as we head toward 2010. The Confederations cup is next year and this is a class opportunity. Truely Sublime.Dont miss out.Apply Now
OC MEDIA INFORMATION
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Drive to recruit 5 000 FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 volunteers begins
Johannesburg, July 1 2008

Thousands of South Africans will from today get the unique opportunity to be part of the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009, as the volunteer application process for the tournament got underway.

Around 5 000 volunteers will be required for the tournament - known as the “festival of champions” - which features the champions of all six FIFA Confederations, as well as defending 2006 FIFA World Cup™ champions Italy and hosts South Africa.

From today until August 31 2008, potential volunteers for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 can apply online at www.fifa.com/southafrica2009, with the online process supported with dedicated access venues for the general public in the tournament’s Host Cities and selected venues in other cities, for those without access to the internet.

Newly-crowned European champions Spain qualified for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 with their stunning victory at UEFA Euro 2008, joining South American champions Brazil, CONCACAF champions United States, Asian champions Iraq and African champions Egypt, who have also qualified for the tournament to date.

The FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 takes place from 14 June to 28 June 2009 in Johannesburg, Tshwane/Pretoria, Rustenburg, Mangaung/Bloemfontein and Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth.
The process to recruit the Confederations Cup volunteers is the first step towards the recruitment of around 15 000 volunteers who will be required for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. Volunteer applications for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, however, only starts in July 2009.

“Today is a very significant day for all of us at the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa. Today, young men and women, and old men and old women for that matter, can volunteer to be part of first the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 and then the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The one thing beyond the goals and the performance of the teams we remember, in any major event, is the way in which the volunteers participate, smile, support and be helpful. It is a critical first element of any tournament. The OC MEDIA INFORMATION
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Drive to recruit 5 000 FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 volunteers begins
Johannesburg, July 1 2008

Thousands of South Africans will from today get the unique opportunity to be part of the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009, as the volunteer application process for the tournament got underway.

Around 5 000 volunteers will be required for the tournament - known as the “festival of champions” - which features the champions of all six FIFA Confederations, as well as defending 2006 FIFA World Cup™ champions Italy and hosts South Africa.

From today until August 31 2008, potential volunteers for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 can apply online at www.fifa.com/southafrica2009, with the online process supported with dedicated access venues for the general public in the tournament’s Host Cities and selected venues in other cities, for those without access to the internet.

Newly-crowned European champions Spain qualified for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 with their stunning victory at UEFA Euro 2008, joining South American champions Brazil, CONCACAF champions United States, Asian champions Iraq and African champions Egypt, who have also qualified for the tournament to date.

The FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 takes place from 14 June to 28 June 2009 in Johannesburg, Tshwane/Pretoria, Rustenburg, Mangaung/Bloemfontein and Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth.
The process to recruit the Confederations Cup volunteers is the first step towards the recruitment of around 15 000 volunteers who will be required for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. Volunteer applications for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, however, only starts in July 2009.

“Today is a very significant day for all of us at the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa. Today, young men and women, and old men and old women for that matter, can volunteer to be part of first the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 and then the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The one thing beyond the goals and the performance of the teams we remember, in any major event, is the way in which the volunteers participate, smile, support and be helpful. It is a critical first element of any tournament. The launch of the application volunteer application process for the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 gives us the chance to engage South Africans directly and to call on thousands of them for their support,” the Chief Executive Officer of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa (OC), Dr Danny Jordaan, said at the launch of the volunteer application process today.

“Thousands of hours have to date been spent on tournament preparations and to deliver world-class stadia and infrastructure. It is, however, the warm hospitality and friendly reception we give the hundreds of thousands of supporters who will descend on our country that will make us deliver on our promise of making 2010 the best FIFA World Cup ever. And as the first point of contact with the thousands of visitors who will come to our country, the volunteers will be absolutely essential in determining how the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 and 2010 FIFA World Cup is perceived. They determine the mood and atmosphere of the event,” Dr Jordaan added.

The Umsobomvu Youth Fund have also provided substantial administrative support, development of the education curriculum for the OC’s Volunteer Programme, a call centre to handle queries about the programme, as well as 30 call centre agencies to support the programme. The call centre is live and potential candidates are welcome to phone the centre to gain more information on the Volunteer Programme for the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009. The call centre number is 0800 52 52 52.

The Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Education and Training Authority (THETA) will train all FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 and 2010 FIFA World Cup volunteers in customer service, while adidas are the official clothing suppliers of the programme.

Volunteers will be recruited in operational areas such as accreditation, administration, information technology, language support, logistics, transport, information services, media, and marketing and will typically be required at areas such as stadiums, airports, information centres, protocol areas and media centres among other areas.
Once selected, volunteers will be given comprehensive training to ensure they are able to service the thousands of guests who will descend on the country for the upcoming tournaments. The training will consist of event training; venue and finally job-specific training.

Issued by the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa Communications Department.

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