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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 Asia Transfers

STARS IN ASIA - IVORY COAST - CLUB - Didier Zokora joins FC Pune City

FC Pune City Didier Zokora

Former Ivory Coast international Didier Zokora has competed a move to Indian Super League side FC Pune City.

The 34-year-old midfielder confirmed the deal on his Twitter account.

Zokora is the most capped Ivorian international, having made 123 appearances before his retirement in September 2014.

He has already played for seven clubs in his career, including French Ligue 1 side St Etienne and English Premier League outfit Tottenham.

Didier Zakora

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1 Aug 2015

(BBC Sport UK)

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