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Nelson Mandela - Sport pays tribute to former South Africa president

Mandela has been described as the architect of the 2010 World Cup by FIFA president Sepp Blatter, and the head of the football world governing body was correct.

"You are the true architect of this FIFA World Cup; your presence and commitment made it happen. Now the first African FIFA World Cup is reality," explained Blatter while handing over the trophy to Mandela at a press conference in 2010.

7 Dec 2013

Club International Player Stars in Europe

stars in Europe - Swansea's Wilfried Bony inspired by Drogba's success at Chelsea

New Swansea City signing Wilfried Bony believes he can emulate Ivory Coast compatriot Didier Drogba's goal-scoring exploits in the Premier League.

12 Jul 2013

Stars in Europe Talents

CAMEROON - STARS IN EUROPE - ETO’O INAUGURATES HIS FOOTBALL ACADEMY IN GABON

The Anzhi star was accompanied by former team mates at Barcelona Victor Valdes and Xavi Hernandez in Gabon to launch his youth football training centre. - Eto'o football foundation -

29 May 2012

Africa Cup 2015 Friendly National teams

2015 AFRICA CUP - Hosts Morocco beat Libya in friendly - 2:0

The hosts of the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco, easily beat visiting Libya in a friendly on Sunday in Marrakech.

Younes Belhanda opened the scoring from the penalty spot just before half-time for Badou Zaki's side.

Marseille's Abdelaziz Barrada doubled the lead 10 minutes after the break and Raja Casablanca's Mouhssinne Iajour sealed the win in the 88th minute.

The Atlas Lions were held to a goalless draw by Qatar last Wednesday.

9 Sep 2014

(BBC Sport UK)

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