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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

Club Stars in Europe Transfers

STARS IN EUROPE - FRANCE - CLUB - Yaya Sanogo join Ajax on loan

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Arsenal striker Yaya Sanogo is set to join Ajax on a season-long loan deal.

The 22-year-old Frenchman spent the second half of last campaign on loan at Crystal Palace, where he scored one goal in 11 appearances.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger said: "He needs to play.

He's ready and he has an opportunity to play in the Champions League, which is good experience."

Sanogo joined Arsenal from Auxerre in July 2013 and has scored once in 20 appearances for the Gunners.

Yaya Sanogo

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27 Jul 2015

(BBC Sport UK)

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