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The naysayers said we couldn’t do it – create 10 world class stadiums in time for the South African 2010 FIFA World Cup™. We’ve proved them wrong: not only were they completed with time to spare, they have given South Africans an incredible architectural heritage and legacy on which to develop sport in the future.



It's been a mammoth undertaking - constructing 5 2010 FIFA World CupTM sporting grounds from scratch, and renovating another 5 to the tune of billions of rands. As South Africans now get to enjoy their first experiences of these architectural masterpieces, most agree that the effort has been worthwhile.

The 10 South African 2010 FIFA World CupTM stadiums reveal cutting edge design and technology. They're deeply symbolic, weaving in symbols of South African culture, nature and history. African icons such as the baobab tree, the calabash and wildlife are some of the influences that have inspired our stadium design, along with optimistic messages on the nation's potential as a unified people.



Construction of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM stadiums in South Africa has been undertaken with strong environmental considerations as concern for the preservation of our natural resources grows. Further, the socio-economic boost expected from such a substantial investment is already being felt - thousands of previously disadvantaged small businesses and individuals have been employed, and many have benefited from new skills learned.

Along with the stadiums have come enormous improvements in infrastructure - for our roads, public transport and airports. Neighbourhoods surrounding our older stadiums are benefiting from an urban regeneration.



The South African 2010 FIFA World CupTM stadiums also spell a great future for all sport in the country. As multiple-use venues, they offer training and development opportunities beyond football, stretching to rugby, cricket and athletics. They will also host public rallies along with a variety of entertainment and cultural events.

These impressive venues leave the majority South Africans all the more confident of hosting the best FIFA World CupTM ever, eager to share their stadiums with the rest of the world.