World Cup 2010 Stadium: Peter Mokaba Stadium

Named after one of the renowned sons of the struggle and emancipation of South Africa against the apartheid regime, the Peter Mokaba Stadium holds much historical significance in South Africa. Peter Mokaba was born and bred in Polokwane and was renowned for his fighting spirit and for his inpirational leadership.

The design of the largely concrete structure is inspired by the locally iconic Baobab tree, with the steel structure supporting the roof plane gathered together at each corner of the stadium and supported by giant ‘trunk' structures which accommodate vertical circulation ramps and service cores.


The stadium was built next to the old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane in the Limpopo Province. The newly-built Peter Mokaba stadium is situated approximately 5km from the city centre, with a total seating capacity of 45,000.

Former African player of the Year, Didier Drogba made his international debut for Côte d'Ivoire in a memorable and decisive CAF African Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium, with the home side prevailing 2-1.


Name: Peter Mokaba
City: Polokwane
Construction: new
Completion: 2010
Gross Capacity: 45,264

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Peter Mokaba Stadium

Named after one of the renowned sons of the struggle and emancipation of South Africa against the apartheid regime, the Peter Mokaba Stadium holds much historical significance in South Africa. Peter Mokaba was born and bred in Polokwane and was renowned for his fighting spirit and for his inpirational leadership.

The design of the largely concrete structure is inspired by the locally iconic Baobab tree, with the steel structure supporting the roof plane gathered together at each corner of the stadium and supported by giant ‘trunk' structures which accommodate vertical circulation ramps and service cores.


The stadium was built next to the old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane in the Limpopo Province. The newly-built Peter Mokaba stadium is situated approximately 5km from the city centre, with a total seating capacity of 45,000.

Former African player of the Year, Didier Drogba made his international debut for Côte d'Ivoire in a memorable and decisive CAF African Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium, with the home side prevailing 2-1.


Name: Peter Mokaba
City: Polokwane
Construction: new
Completion: 2010
Gross Capacity: 45,264

FIFA World cup 2010 France national football team

                                           France national Flag

France team configuration:
 
Association----------Fédération Française de Football
Nickname(s)     Les Bleus ("The Blues")
                        L'Equipe tricolore ("The Tri-color Team")
Confederation --------UEFA (Europe)
Head coach------------Raymond Domenech
Asst coach -------------Alain Boghossian
                                Pierre Mankowski
Captain ----------------Patrick Vieira
                                     Thierry Henry (acting)
Most caps -------------Lilian Thuram (142)
Top scorer---------------Thierry Henry (51)
Home stadium-----------Stade de France
FIFA code ---------------FRA
FIFA ranking-------------7
Highest FIFA ranking------1 (May 2001 – May 2002)
Lowest FIFA ranking-------25 (April 1998)
Elo ranking---------------------9

FIFA World cup 2010 France national football team

In 1904 the France national football team was created  .The  first official international match on 1 May 1904 against Belgium, in Brussels.  The Summer Olympics was France's major international competition.  on 9 May 1908, the French Interfederal Committee (CFI), a rival organization to the USFSA(Union des Sociétés Françaises de Sports Athlétiques ), ruled that FIFA would now be responsible for the club's appearances in forthcoming Olympics Games and not the USFSA. In July 1930, France appeared in the inaugural FIFA World Cup, held in Uruguay In their first-ever World Cup match, France defeated Mexico 4–1 at the Estadio Pocitos in Montevideo. Lucien Laurent became notable in the match as he scored not only France's first World Cup goal, but the first goal in World Cup history. 

France hosted the 1938 FIFA World Cup and reached the quarter-finals before losing 1–3 to the defending champions Italy.   At the 1958 FIFA World Cup, France reached the semi-finals losing to Brazil . France hosted the inaugural UEFA European Football Championship in 1960. Under Henri Guérin, France failed to qualify for the 1962 FIFA World Cup and the 1964 European Nations' Cup.
France earned their first major international honour  winning UEFA Euro 1984, which they hosted. 
At the 1986 FIFA World Cup, France were favorites to win the competition. and for the second consecutive World Cup reached the semi-finals against West Germany in the semi-finals. Again, however, they lost. A 4-2 victory over Belgium gave France third place. 
 In 1988, the French Football Federation opened the Clairefontaine National Football Institute. 

France's campaign for 2010 World Cup qualification got off to a disappointing start with the team suffering disastrous losses and earning uninspired victories. France eventually finished second in the group and earned a spot in the UEFA play-offs against the Republic of Ireland  for a place in South Africa. In the first leg, France defeated the Irish 1–0 and in the second leg procured a 1–1 draw, via controversial circumstances, to qualify for the World Cup. 

 

  France national stadium
 During France's early run of existence, the team's national stadium alternated between the Parc des Princes in Paris and the Stade Olympique Yves-du-Manoir  in Colombes.In 1998, the Stade de France was inaugurated as France's national stadium ahead of the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Located in Saint-Denis, a Parisian  suburb, the stadium has an all-seater capacity of 81,338. France's first match at the stadium was played on 28 January 1998 against Spain. France won the match 1–0 with Zinedine Zidane scoring the lone goal. Since that match, France has used the stadium for almost every major home game.

  

 

Coachs of France 
Position                Name                    Nationality
Manager ---------Raymond Domenech ----------French
Assistant manager -------Pierre Mankowski------French
Assistant manager ------Alain Boghossian---------French
Goalkeeper coach---------Bruno Martini---------- French
Assistant goalkeeper coach ----Fabrice Grange--- French
Fitness coach--------Robert Duverne --------------French
Doctor-------------Alain Simon---------------------- French
Kinesiotherapy ---------Michel Brohan -------------French
Kinesiotherapy --------- Joffrey Martin--------------French
Kinesiotherapy -----------Patrick Bordier---------- French
Managing Director -------Jean-Louis Valentin------French

                                                  France's football player zidane

 France top goalscorers 
     Player                 Career          Goals   Caps     Average
1   Thierry Henry-----1997–present----51-----117-----0.43
2   Michel Platini------1976–1987------41-----72------0.57
3   David Trezeguet---1998–2008------34-----71------0.47
4   Zinedine Zidane----1994–2006------31----108-----0.28
5   Just Fontaine--------1953–1960------30---- 21-----1.42
     Jean-Pierre Papin---1986–1995------30---- 54-----0.55
7   Youri Djorkaeff------1993–2002-----28 ----82-----0.34
8   Sylvain Wiltord-------1999–2006-----26 ----92-----0.28
9   Jean Vincent----------1953–1961------22----46------0.47
10  Jean Nicolas----------1933–1938------21----25----- 0.84

Previous squads
 # 2008 European Football Championship squads - France
# 2006 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 2004 European Football Championship squads - France
# 2003 FIFA Confederations Cup squads - France
# 2002 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 2001 FIFA Confederations Cup squads - France
# 2000 European Football Championship squads - France
# 1998 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1996 European Football Championship squads - France
# 1992 European Football Championship squads - France
# 1986 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1984 European Football Championship squads - France
# 1982 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1978 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1966 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1960 European Nations' Cup squads - France
# 1958 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1954 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1938 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1934 FIFA World Cup squads - France
# 1930 FIFA World Cup squads - France 
 
 

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Durban Stadium

The newly-built Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban will host one of the semi-finals of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. The ground epitomises the architectural innovation on display in South Africa and takes its design inspiration from the South African flag, with its grand arch representing the unity of this sport-loving nation. The two legs of the arch on the southern side of the stadium come together to form a single footing on the northern side, symbolising the new unity of a once-divided country.

The 70,000-seater has been specifically designed as a multi-purpose venue and an amphitheatre complete with a cable car which ascends to a viewing platform at the top of the expansive 350m arch, a staggering 106m above the pitch. From this vantage point, visitors can experience spectacular panoramic views of the nearby shoreline and the city. The roof is attached to the arch by 95mm-diameter steel cables. Each seat of the stadium is spacious and comfortable, providing a clear line of sight to the pitch.

It is a world-class and multifunctional arena located in the heart of the Kings Park Sporting Precinct. Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium will be the jewel in the crown of the Kings Park Sporting precinct. The entire area will feature additional sporting arenas and facilities as well as restaurants, shops, play areas for children and a pedestrian walkway linking the stadium complex to the beach.

The stadium was built on the site of the old Kings Park Stadium. Moses Mabhida, the ground's namesake, was born in Thornville near Pietermaritzburg on 14 October 1923 into a poor family who were later forced off their land. In 1963, Mabhida was asked by Oliver Tambo while working in Prague rallying support from the World Federation of Trade Unions, to come back to Africa to develop the ANC's armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK). He underwent military training and became the chief political instructor of new military recruits. He later served as the commander of MK.

Name: Durban Stadium
City: Durban
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 70 000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Durban Stadium

The newly-built Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban will host one of the semi-finals of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. The ground epitomises the architectural innovation on display in South Africa and takes its design inspiration from the South African flag, with its grand arch representing the unity of this sport-loving nation. The two legs of the arch on the southern side of the stadium come together to form a single footing on the northern side, symbolising the new unity of a once-divided country.

The 70,000-seater has been specifically designed as a multi-purpose venue and an amphitheatre complete with a cable car which ascends to a viewing platform at the top of the expansive 350m arch, a staggering 106m above the pitch. From this vantage point, visitors can experience spectacular panoramic views of the nearby shoreline and the city. The roof is attached to the arch by 95mm-diameter steel cables. Each seat of the stadium is spacious and comfortable, providing a clear line of sight to the pitch.

It is a world-class and multifunctional arena located in the heart of the Kings Park Sporting Precinct. Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium will be the jewel in the crown of the Kings Park Sporting precinct. The entire area will feature additional sporting arenas and facilities as well as restaurants, shops, play areas for children and a pedestrian walkway linking the stadium complex to the beach.

The stadium was built on the site of the old Kings Park Stadium. Moses Mabhida, the ground's namesake, was born in Thornville near Pietermaritzburg on 14 October 1923 into a poor family who were later forced off their land. In 1963, Mabhida was asked by Oliver Tambo while working in Prague rallying support from the World Federation of Trade Unions, to come back to Africa to develop the ANC's armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK). He underwent military training and became the chief political instructor of new military recruits. He later served as the commander of MK.

Name: Durban Stadium
City: Durban
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 70 000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Green Point Stadium

One of the most artistic football venues in South Africa, the newly-built Green Point Stadium is situated in one of the much sought-after areas in the city of Cape Town. Green Point Stadium is one of the two semi-final venues for the FIFA World Cup™. This multi-purpose venue is also going to be used to stage major events and concerts. Fans will be a stone's throw from the ocean and the mountains of Cape Town will also provide the backdrop for matches. The location is ideal as it is a short walk from the transportation hub of the city. The new stadium has been partly built on land that was previously used as a golf course. The stadium, which has an exterior that is covered with noise-reducing cladding has a capacity of 70,000 and is scheduled for completion in December 2009. The Green Point Common, on which the new 2010 stadium is being built, was originally much larger than what now remains, and included most of the land between the sea and Signal Hill, stretching from the city centre towards Sea Point. Cape Town has another world-standard stadium, Newlands, but this is primarily used as a rugby union venue. Post FIFA World Cup, the Green Point Stadium is likely to be used by some of the Cape Town-based professional football outfits that include Ajax Cape Town and Santos.

Name: Green Point
City: Cape Town
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 70,000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Green Point Stadium

One of the most artistic football venues in South Africa, the newly-built Green Point Stadium is situated in one of the much sought-after areas in the city of Cape Town. Green Point Stadium is one of the two semi-final venues for the FIFA World Cup™. This multi-purpose venue is also going to be used to stage major events and concerts. Fans will be a stone's throw from the ocean and the mountains of Cape Town will also provide the backdrop for matches. The location is ideal as it is a short walk from the transportation hub of the city. The new stadium has been partly built on land that was previously used as a golf course. The stadium, which has an exterior that is covered with noise-reducing cladding has a capacity of 70,000 and is scheduled for completion in December 2009. The Green Point Common, on which the new 2010 stadium is being built, was originally much larger than what now remains, and included most of the land between the sea and Signal Hill, stretching from the city centre towards Sea Point. Cape Town has another world-standard stadium, Newlands, but this is primarily used as a rugby union venue. Post FIFA World Cup, the Green Point Stadium is likely to be used by some of the Cape Town-based professional football outfits that include Ajax Cape Town and Santos.

Name: Green Point
City: Cape Town
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 70,000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Ellis Park Stadium

Ellis Park Stadium is located in the centre of Johannesburg and has hosted many epic sporting events including the final of the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup between Brazil and the United States. The ground was given a significant face-lift before the Confederations Cup finals and now seats 62,000 fans, increasing its capacity by almost nine per cent from the previous 57,000.

Ellis Park was first built in 1928 as a rugby union stadium. It was demolished and rebuilt in 1982, again exclusively for rugby. It was named after JD Ellis, a Johannesburg city councilor who approved the use of the land for a stadium, setting aside a full 13 acres.

The ground will always occupy a special place in the hearts of the country's sporting fans after the South African rugby team shocked New Zealand to lift the 1995 Rugby World Cup trophy soon after being allowed back onto the world sporting stage. It was a moment that brought the people of South Africa together in celebration as the iconic scenes of Nelson Mandela holding aloft the trophy at Ellis Park were beamed around the world.

The largest piece of construction has been the new tier on the north stand which has increased the seating capacity to 62,000. With state-of-the-art media facilities, team whirlpools, top-class VIP areas for dignitaries, accessibility for disabled fans, a new pitch and a top-notch audio-visual setup to keep the fans informed during the game, no one will be left disappointed.

Ellis Park is home to one of the country's most popular clubs, Orlando Pirates FC.

Name: Ellis Park Stadium
City: Johannesburg
Built: 1982
Construction: minor upgrade
Construction Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 61,000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Ellis Park Stadium

Ellis Park Stadium is located in the centre of Johannesburg and has hosted many epic sporting events including the final of the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup between Brazil and the United States. The ground was given a significant face-lift before the Confederations Cup finals and now seats 62,000 fans, increasing its capacity by almost nine per cent from the previous 57,000.

Ellis Park was first built in 1928 as a rugby union stadium. It was demolished and rebuilt in 1982, again exclusively for rugby. It was named after JD Ellis, a Johannesburg city councilor who approved the use of the land for a stadium, setting aside a full 13 acres.

The ground will always occupy a special place in the hearts of the country's sporting fans after the South African rugby team shocked New Zealand to lift the 1995 Rugby World Cup trophy soon after being allowed back onto the world sporting stage. It was a moment that brought the people of South Africa together in celebration as the iconic scenes of Nelson Mandela holding aloft the trophy at Ellis Park were beamed around the world.

The largest piece of construction has been the new tier on the north stand which has increased the seating capacity to 62,000. With state-of-the-art media facilities, team whirlpools, top-class VIP areas for dignitaries, accessibility for disabled fans, a new pitch and a top-notch audio-visual setup to keep the fans informed during the game, no one will be left disappointed.

Ellis Park is home to one of the country's most popular clubs, Orlando Pirates FC.

Name: Ellis Park Stadium
City: Johannesburg
Built: 1982
Construction: minor upgrade
Construction Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 61,000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, set on the shores of the North End Lake is the first football dedicated stadium in the city or surrounding areas. The stadium, one of the newly-built stadiums for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, was completed a year prior to the commencement of the world's greatest show on earth - a major milestone for the city.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium will host the match for third place , and a quarter-final amid a total of eight matches during the FIFA World Cup. The stadium has an eye-catching, unique roof-structure and a spectacular view, overlooking the North End Lake.

Before the construction of this multi-purpose venue, all international football matches were played at the Eastern Province rugby stadium, the EPRU Stadium. The playing field is going to be of natural grass with the outer /surrounding area to be artificial turf. One of its first major test events was the coveted Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs - a game that attracts capacity crowds in South Africa.

Name: Port Elizabeth
City: Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 48 000

World Cup 2010 Stadium: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, set on the shores of the North End Lake is the first football dedicated stadium in the city or surrounding areas. The stadium, one of the newly-built stadiums for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, was completed a year prior to the commencement of the world's greatest show on earth - a major milestone for the city.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium will host the match for third place , and a quarter-final amid a total of eight matches during the FIFA World Cup. The stadium has an eye-catching, unique roof-structure and a spectacular view, overlooking the North End Lake.

Before the construction of this multi-purpose venue, all international football matches were played at the Eastern Province rugby stadium, the EPRU Stadium. The playing field is going to be of natural grass with the outer /surrounding area to be artificial turf. One of its first major test events was the coveted Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs - a game that attracts capacity crowds in South Africa.

Name: Port Elizabeth
City: Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth
Construction: new
Completion: 2009
Gross Capacity: 48 000