The Countdown to the 2010 World Cup has begun

With less than 10 days remaining before the World Cup is staged in South Africa , excitement is escalating as the world eagerly awaits the greatest show on earth.

The Cape Town Stadium has been completed and is well equipped to host ‘the beautiful game’. The anticipated completion has amplified the energy in the Western Cape and locals are counting down the days to the official kick-off in the Mother City . The Cape Town Stadium will host a total of eight matches during the World Cup, including a semi-final.

Ticket sales

Ticket sales are currently in the fourth phase and well over two million tickets have been sold to date. Soccer fans who entered Fifa’s random selection draw process stand a chance of obtaining tickets for matches that have already sold out. Fifa’s fifth sales phase commences on 15 April and all tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Soccer events leading up to the World Cup

In and around Cape Town , soccer related events are taking place, boosting exciting and encouraging fans to attend games at stadia across South Africa . The university town of Stellenbosch has hosted many exciting events in the build-up to the World Cup in line with the vision of the Greater Stellenbosch Project 2010. The project aims to promote and endorse the town as the ultimate destination for World Cup soccer teams and fans. In the months leading up to the World Cup, foosball, flash mob, street soccer and Xbox games have heightened soccer fever in the town of Stellenbosch .

World Cup accommodation in Stellenbosch

If you need accommodation during your World Cup stay, look not further than Stellenbosch. The picturesque town is well prepared for the forthcoming festivities and offers a home away from home for soccer teams and fans alike. “Through the provision of state of the art facilities and accommodation within a safe and secure environment, I remain convinced that you will truly enjoy your time here with us,” says Executive Mayor of Stellenbosch, Alderman Cyril Jooste.

Stellenbosch offers a host of world-class hotels and guest houses, surrounded by magnificent beauty and heritage. Home-stay experiences are also available and offer authentic South African hospitality. For a basic and economical alternative, university residence accommodation is available.

You’ll be able to enjoy some of South Africa ’s top tourist attractions in the area. Stellenbosch boasts a wealth of entertainment and leisure facilities, including South Africa ’s finest wine estates, scenic golf courses and over 100 dining establishments.

Stellenbosch prepares for the World Cup

Roads and transport networks leading from Stellenbosch to Cape Town have been restored to excellent condition in the lead-up to the World Cup. The Greater Stellenbosch Project 2010 in conjunction with the Stellenbosch Municipality has dedicated all resources to providing an exceptional World Cup experience for visitors and residents alike.

Stellenbosch has stepped up safety and security for the thousands of soccer fans visiting the town in 2010. Additional manpower has been recruited and trained in the run up to this year’s soccer tournament, to help implement Stellenbosch’ robust safety strategy.

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The Greater Stellenbosch Project 2010 is aimed at promoting Stellenbosch as a world-class destination for tourists and soccer teams visiting South Africa during the World Cup. Stellenbosch is the perfect location to discover the surrounding winelands and enjoy world-class soccer accommodation during the 2010 World Cup.