/ 1 June 2000

RIVAL 2006 BIDDER GIVES SA BOOST

SOUTH Africa’s 2006 World Cup Bid has received a welcome boost from Brazil — also in the running to host the showpiece. The Brazilians may hand over their support to South Africa, with the South Africans returning the favour should Brazil bid for the 2010 Cup, said bid ambassador, Zico. The former Brazilian international wants to avoid Europe hosting the World Cup again, and has pledged his support to the South African bid.