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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

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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

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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

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STARS IN EUROPE - SENEGAL - CLUB - Kalidou Koulibaly extends Napoli contract

SSC Napoli Kalidou Koulibaly

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Senegal defender Kalidou Koulibaly signed a five-year contract extension with Serie A club Napoli on Monday.

The new deal ties the 25-year-old to the club until 2021.

Koulibaly was heavily linked with a move to the English Premier League in August, with Chelsea among the clubs trying to sign him.

Napoli are currently top of Serie A with 10 points, one ahead of champions Juventus, after four games.

21 Sep 2016

(BBC Sport UK)

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