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2009 Confederations Cup

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/ 8 July 2009

It’s not just a game, it’s nation building

As part of Team SA, it’s important that we all do our bit, whether by attending the games or at the very least showing an interest in the game.

By Nikiwe Bikitsha
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Analysis
/ 1 July 2009

If we can’t beat ’em, we’ll blow ’em away

If the Egypt players were subject to terrible damage in Egypt, they were subject to terrible damage control in South Africa.

By Charlotte Bauer
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Article
/ 29 June 2009

German journalist dies in Bloemfontein hospital

A German journalist died in hospital on Monday from injuries suffered in a vehicle accident in the Free State, a German embassy spokesperson said.

By Staff Reporter
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/ 29 June 2009

Blatter rates Confed Cup 7,5 out of 10

International football boss Sepp Blatter on Monday gave South Africa a 7,5 out of 10 rating for its organisation of the Confederations Cup.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 29 June 2009

SA passes World Cup test

The Confederations Cup has served to dispel any fears or doubts over SA’s ability to stage what promises to be a memorable 2010 World Cup.

By Nick Reeves
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Article
/ 26 June 2009

Blatter: Confederations Cup a success

South Africa’s ability to host the 2010 World Cup was given a big pass mark by Fifa president Sepp Blatter on Friday.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 26 June 2009

Festival of Champs serves up new stars

Some of the best players in the world have been in action at the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009 and it is safe to say that they have not disappointed.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 26 June 2009

Bloem’s feisty fanfare

Things that Bloemfontein football fans do ahead of a match can leave you both in stitches and astonished.

By Lucky Sindane
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Article
/ 26 June 2009

SA media praise Bafana despite loss

Despite SA’s loss to Brazil in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup, newspapers on Friday praised Bafana’s efforts.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 25 June 2009

TAKE2: Attacking play key for Bafana

Many South Africans see a Bafana Bafana victory against Brazil as an impossible dream.

By Lucky Sindane
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Article
/ 25 June 2009

We are hurting, says Xavi

Barcelona midfielder Xavi says Spain are hurting after failing to make the final of the Confederations Cup.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 25 June 2009

Bafana look to attack against Brazil

Bafana have promised to take the game to Brazil on Thursday when they meet the five-time world champions in a Confederations Cup semifinal.

By Mark Gleeson
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Article
/ 25 June 2009

US shock Spain to reach Confed Cup final

The US scored their greatest football win for almost 60 years by beating Spain 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the final of the Confederations Cup.

By Mike Collett
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Article
/ 24 June 2009

Brazil the ultimate test for Bafana

South Africa, seeking Brazilian inspiration to create their own samba-style team ahead of the 2010 World Cup, face the real thing in Thursday’s semi.

By Mark Gleeson
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/ 24 June 2009

Bafana can shock Brazil, says Fernandez

Not many people expect Bafana to trouble, never mind beat, Brazil when the sides meet in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup on Thursday night.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 23 June 2009

Bafana are ready for Brazil, says Mhlongo

Bafana Bafana hardman Benson Mhlongo pulled no punches when he spelt out how the underdogs will handle Brazil in the Confederations Cup semifinals.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 23 June 2009

TAKE2: Blowing off some steam

The vuvuzela is symbolic of SA soccer. If Fifa was happy to give the World Cup to an African country, then everyone must deal with the consequences.

By Ilham Rawoot and Faranaaz Parker
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Article
/ 22 June 2009

Obama to attend 2010 opening ceremony

US President Barack Obama has accepted an invitation to attend the opening ceremony of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 22 June 2009

TAKE2: Bafana need an answer to Brazil’s deadly counter

It doesn’t matter how Bafana got there, the important thing is that they have made the nation proud by reaching the semis of the Confederations Cup.

By Phathisani Moyo
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Article
/ 22 June 2009

Fifa: SA is ready for the World Cup

The world has now seen that SA is ready to stage the 2010 World Cup finals, which kick off on June 11 next year, Fifa said on Monday.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 22 June 2009

Luis Fabiano proving his worth at Confed Cup

Luis Fabiano is coming through with his promise to prove that he deserves to be considered one of the best strikers in the world.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 19 June 2009

Confed Cup still dogged by transport difficulties

Six days into the Confederations Cup the transport of spectators to and from the games is still beset by difficulty, organisers admitted Friday.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 19 June 2009

First time not always the best

Mandy Rossouw takes up an offer of tickets for the Confederations Cup opening match and the experience is not all that pleasant.

By Mandy Rossouw
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Article
/ 19 June 2009

Egypt’s ‘prince of hearts’ is happy where he is

And although he has received numerous professional awards over the past years Mohammed Abu Treka has maintained loyalty to his club, al-Ahly.

By Ahmed Saeed
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Article
/ 19 June 2009

Italy’s Armani squad

The Italians are not only stylish, but they know how to take good care of people, especially the media.

By Lucky Sindane
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Article
/ 18 June 2009

Bernard Parker: From zero to hero

Bafana Bafana striker Bernard Parker has gone from zero to hero in the space of four days.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 18 June 2009

Parker finds redemption to keep Bafana in the hunt

South Africa dug themselves out of deep trouble at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium on Wednesday with a resounding 2-0 win over New Zealand.

By Nick Reeves
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Article
/ 17 June 2009

TAKE2: What planet was Fifa on?

By giving away tickets to the Confederations Cup, Fifa is admitting that they are actually overpriced.

By Faranaaz Parker
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Article
/ 17 June 2009

New 2010 Cup stadium robbed

One of the new stadiums built for the 2010 World Cup was attacked by armed robbers after an international rugby game.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 16 June 2009

Confed Cup’s more ‘exotic’ bets

There’s more to stake your money on in the Confederations Cup than just who will win.

By Faranaaz Parker
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Article
/ 16 June 2009

Pressure on Bafana ahead of New Zealand clash

Rustenburg hosts its biggest football match when Bafana Bafana face New Zealand in a winner-takes-all Confederations Cup clash on Wednesday.

By Phathisani Moyo
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Article
/ 15 June 2009

Last-gasp Kaka penalty sees Brazil edge Egypt

Brazil needed a stoppage-time penalty from Kaka to beat Egypt 4-3 in a thrilling Confederations Cup Group B match on Monday.

By Staff Reporter
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