Soccer City, formerly known as the FNB Stadium, is the flagship venue for the 2010 Soccer Finals, as it will be hosting both the opening match and the final. Originally built in 1987, Soccer City has played host to some of the most memorable moments in South African soccer history, including Bafana Bafana’s 1996 African Cup of Nation’s triumph. After South Africa was awarded the hosting rights for soccer’s showcase event, Soccer City was completely rebuilt. Soccer City’s capacity was enlarged from 80,000 to the current 94,000. Other renovations done on Soccer City include an encircling roof, new changing rooms, as well as new floodlights. All these changes mean that Soccer City is now officially the largest and most modern stadium on African soil.
Soccer City’s unique calabash-shaped design is one feature that makes it stand out among the rest of the 2010 Soccer Finals Stadia. The calabash was picked because it is a uniquely African object and a recognizable symbol of the African continent. In Africa, the calabash is traditionally used for cooking food over a fire. Socially, it is synonymous with entertaining friends, spending time with family, and sharing stories.
With state-of-the-art media facilities, team whirlpools, top-class VIP areas for dignitaries, accessibility for disabled fans, as well as a top-notch audio-visual setup to keep the fans informed during the game, Soccer City is truly a world class sporting venue.
During the 2010 Soccer Finals, Soccer City will host the opening match, four more first-round matches, a second round match, a quarter-final, and the final.
Games scheduled for Soccer City:
11 June 2010
Match: South Africa vs Team A2
Time: 16:00
14 June 2010
Match: Team E1 vs Team E2
Time: 13:30
17 June 2010
Match: Team B1 vs Team B3
Time: 20:30
20 June 2010
Match: Team G1 vs Team G3
Time: 20:30
23 June 2010
Match: Team D4 vs Team D1
Time: 20:30
27 June 2010 – Preliminary Round
Match: Team 1B vs Team 2A
Time: 20:30
Determined by the results of group stages
02 July 2010 – Quarter Final
Match: Team 1 vs Team 3
Time: 20:30
Determined by the results of group stages
11 July 2010 – Final
Match: Winner semi-final 1 vs Winner semi-final 2
Time: 20:30
Determined by the results of group stages
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