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The latest South African World Cup Soccer 2010 news from SouthAfrica.info:

SA now African football training base - Several countries that have qualified for the 2012 African Nations Cup, kicking off in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon in January, are heading to South Africa to make use of the country's World Cup facilities ahead of the continental showcase.
Safa to set up national football academy - The South African Football Association is forging ahead with plans to transform the Transnet/Safa School of Excellence in Elandsfontein, east of Johannesburg, into a national football academy.
Radebe's festival of football development - The newly launched Lucas Radebe Football Festival, named after the much-loved former Bafana Bafana captain and Leeds United star, aims to develop the game, unearth hidden football talent, and cultivate life-skills among youngsters across South Africa.
World Cup: the legacy lives on - The 11th of July 2011 marks exactly one year since the end of the first Fifa World Cup on African soil. It was on that day that Spain rewrote the history books when they lifted the trophy for the first time after defeating The Netherlands 1-0 at a packed Soccer City in Johannesburg.
South Africa's World Cup passion - South Africans united as never before during the 2010 Fifa World Cup - and Bafana Bafana weren't the only object of our flag-waving, vuvuzela-blasting enthusiasm. Ghana felt the love, too, as did every foreign visitor to the Rainbow Nation in its finest hour since 1994. One year later, the memories live on.
A walk down World Cup memory lane - One year after the first Fifa World Cup on African soil, Bathandwa Mbola remembers the highs of the tournament and, while acknowledging the lows, challenges South Africans to "keep flying".
SA marks 2010 World Cup anniversary - On 11 June, South Africa marked the first anniversary of what many have called the best World Cup ever. However, out of respect for the funeral of Albertina Sisulu, the 2010 LOC will host its celebratory event around 11 July - one year after the final match of the tournament.
Once In A Lifetime - the 2010 movie - 2010 - Once In A Lifetime: The Movie had its world premiere in Johannesburg on Wednesday night, and broadcasts on local television this weekend to mark the anniversary of the first Fifa World Cup on African soil.
Grassroots football targets coaches - The South African Football Association is revisiting North West province with its second grassroots development programme, a 2010 Fifa World Cup legacy initiative aimed at nurturing aspirant young footballers.
2010's biggest legacy all in the mind - National football associations in Africa are now more confident of their role and contribution in international sports affairs, and association heads say much of this is due to South Africa's successful hosting of the 2010 Fifa World Cup.
Township kids play the dream - Thanks to the Dreamfields Project, established in 2007, disadvantaged footballers across South Africa are able to get access to top-quality kit and equipment, imbuing them with a renewed sense of passion to play the game they love.
World Cup stadium a hit with tourists - Johannesburg's FNB Stadium - previously known as Soccer City - is proving to be a hit with local and international tourists, both because of its status as South Africa's flagship stadium during the 2010 Fifa World Cup, and because of its architectural genius.
Jordaan, Blatter newsmakers of 2010 - South Africa's National Press Club has named World Cup Local Organising Committee chief Danny Jordaan and Fifa president Sepp Blatter as its Newsmakers of the Year for 2010.
Boost for South African football coaching - The introduction of a new, top-level football coaching course - the first of its kind in South Africa - will see successful participants gaining the highest possible qualification in the country.
More tourists flock to South Africa - South Africa recorded a remarkable 15% increase in tourist arrivals to the country in 2010 - outperforming the global average by 8%. And while the Fifa World Cup in June and July played a role in the increase, tourist arrivals were buoyant all year round.

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Contrasting fortunes for continental elite - Korea Republic became the first Asian team to win through to London 2012 but it was a very different story for two teams with strong Olympic pedigree - Australia and Saudi Arabia.
Late goals see Basel and Marseille prevail - Late goals were the theme as Marseille edged 2010 champions Inter Milan 1-0, while Basel continued their impressive form with victory over Bayern Munich by the same scoreline in UEFA Champions League last 16 action.
Universidad, Velez impress - It was a mixed night for Argentinian representatives in the Copa Libertadores as Universidad de Chile overpowered Godoy Cruz, while Velez Sarsfield got the better of Mexico's Guadalajara
Costly: Honduras have what it takes - Honduras ace Carlos Costly sat down for an exclusive chat with FIFA.com, touching on his hopes of reaching Brazil 2014, his new national team coach and how CONCACAF has improved.
Mancini: Tevez can be key - Roberto Mancini says Carlos Tevez can play a key role in the latter half of the season as Manchester City chase glory in the Premier League and UEFA Europa League.
Dutchman who ruled Europe in three shirts - FIFA.com recalls the superb career of Frank Rijkaard, a player whose ability on the ball and capacity to cover the ground belied his defensive position and helped Ajax, AC Milan and the Netherlands become European champions.
Own goals and an old fox - In our latest stats review, FIFA.com looks at the return of veteran German coach Otto Rehaggel, the end of a long unbeaten streak for Benfica, own goals at Anfield, another Lionel Messi milestone and the late goals of Mariano Pavone.
Blaszczykowski: We can match the best - Jakub Blaszczykowski speaks to FIFA.com about being compared to Luis Figo, Borussia Dortmund's chances of retaining the Bundesliga title, being Poland captain and how far the co-hosts can go at UEFA EURO 2012.
Celtic pull 20 points clear - Celtic closed in on the Scottish Premier League title as they opened up a massive 20-point lead at the top, with a goal in each half lifting the Hoops to victory against Dunfermline at Parkhead.
Ayew gives Marseille edge over Inter - A dramatic Andre Ayew winner deep into injury time gave Marseille a 1-0 victory over an unlucky Inter Milan in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last 16 meeting.
Boys from Basel shock Bayern - Valentin Stocker scored a late winner to give Basel, who hit the woodwork twice during the first half, a famous 1-0 victory over Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League meeting.
Pirates bounce back after African jolt -
Orlando Pirates bounced back from a stunning CAF Champions League loss last weekend to edge Platinum Stars 4-3 today in a South African Premiership thriller.
Lazio reject Reja resignation -
Lazio coach Edy Reja has had his resignation rejected by the struggling club today, ahead of their UEFA Europa League second round second leg clash with Atletico Madrid.
St. Etienne streak as Auxerre struggle -
A hat-trick by in-form Gabonese international striker Pierre-Eyemrick Aubameyang inspired St. Etienne to a 4-2 victory over Ligue 1 rivals Lorient today, while Lille won and Auxerre struggled.
Loss leaves Siena in precarious position -
Siena remained just two points above the Serie A relegation zone after a 1-0 defeat at home to Catania today.

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