Where did the 2010 World Cup take place?

Where did the 2010 World Cup take place?

Keteka Batho ba Afrika (Southern Sotho) The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men’s national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010. The bidding process for hosting the tournament finals was open only to African nations.

Who won the 2010 World Cup vote – not South Africa?

^ “Fifa in crisis: ‘Morocco won 2010 World Cup vote – not South Africa ‘ “. The Telegraph. London. 6 June 2015. Retrieved 7 June 2015. ^ “FIFA statement on FAI request”.

What is the official song of the 2010 World Cup?

The official song of the 2010 World Cup ” Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) “, was performed by the Colombian singer Shakira and the band Freshlyground from South Africa, and is sung in both English and Spanish. The song is based on a traditional African soldiers’ song, ” Zangalewa “.

Does the 2010 FIFA World Cup cause evictions?

As with many ‘hallmark events’ throughout the world, the 2010 FIFA World Cup has been connected to evictions, which many claim are meant to ‘beautify the city’, impress visiting tourists, and hide shackdwellers.

Who sponsored the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa?

^ “Budweiser Sponsorship of 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa to Unite Soccer Fans Worldwide”. Newswire.ca. Archived from the original on 10 July 2018. Retrieved 10 January 2019. ^ “Continental FIFA World Cup sponsor until 2010”. Bizcommunity.com. ^ “Castrol joins forces with FIFA World Cup until 2014”. FIFA.com. 30 June 2008.

How did Spain win the 2010 World Cup?

Spain’s 2010 conquerors. Spain had never even sailed past the quarter-finals. Then tika-taka befuddled foes and thrust them to the Soccer City showpiece. Then Andres Iniesta stuck the adidas Jabulani home to make Spain the eighth FIFA World Cup™ winners.