South African bid boss: This is Africa's Cup

There were scenes of wild jubilation as South Africa today clinched the contest to stage the 2010 World Cup.

Sat, 15 May, 2004 - 14:29

There were scenes of wild jubilation as South Africa today clinched the contest to stage the 2010 World Cup.

The announcement of the vote by FIFA’s 24-man executive committee in Zurich was greeted with delight from the South African bid delegation including former president Nelson Mandela.

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