Football City Stadium
(World Cup finals venue)
City: Johannesburg
Completion date: 1987
Status: Large-scale renovation is under way.
Capacity: 94,700 people
Football City Stadium is the largest stadium in South Africa, which can accommodate more than 90,000 people and is the first home of the South African national team. In the 1980s, the municipal government invested in the construction of the first modern football stadium in South Africa, namely the Soccer City Stadium with a history of 20 years. Due to its large capacity, luxurious facilities, and holding large-scale national team competitions and other important activities and gatherings all the year round, Football City Stadium is regarded as the "flagship store" among the 10 stadiums where the World Cup was held in South Africa.
It is precisely because of the overuse in the past 20 years that many organizational systems inside the football city stadium have been seriously damaged. After the completion of the stadium plan, its capacity will be expanded from 80,000 to 94,700. Imagine what an earth-shattering spectacle it would be if nearly 65,438+10,000 people waved flags and cheered for their beloved team during the game.
The pace of the World Cup in South Africa is approaching, and fans can't wait to usher in a summer that belongs only to football. Following the strong launch of "South Africa Cinema Preheating for the World Cup", this newspaper today once again dedicated the authoritative information of the World Cup in South Africa to readers-fully "decrypted" the top ten venues of the World Cup in South Africa, giving you the most intuitive and three-dimensional detailed data such as the location, structure, general situation and the number of spectators. The World Cup in South Africa can definitely be called a "field"!
Peter Mokaba Stadium
City: Boguani
Completion date: 20 10
Status: under renovation.
Capacity: 46,000 people
Peter Mokaba Stadium is one of the four new stadiums in South Africa to prepare for the 20 10 World Cup. The stadium will be completed on the eve of the World Cup, with an estimated capacity of 46,000 people, only 5 kilometers from the center of Boguani, which is very suitable for spectators to watch the game. The construction of Peter Mokaba Stadium to host the World Cup is a great boon to local residents. Boguani is the largest city in Limpopo province, and the number of registered football players in this province ranks first in the register of the South African Football Association. Hosting top events such as the World Cup will further promote the popularity of football in the local area.
Mokaba Stadium is the latest of the ten stadiums in the World Cup in South Africa. The new stadium is built near the old Petersburg stadium. The design of the stadium was inspired by the local baobab tree. The stadium is open on three sides, and the "stem" made of steel structure supports the whole roof plane on the other side.
Peter Mokaba Stadium is named after Peter Mokaba, a famous anti-racial politician who was born in Bologna. Mokaba is the most controversial figure in South Africa. He was born in 1959 on a small farm in Petersburg. His growth and schooling process is the best portrayal of the black people's resistance to the white apartheid government at that time.
Cape Town Green Point Stadium
City: Cape Town
Completion date: 1906
Status: minor decoration.
Capacity: 70,000 people
Cape Town is the third most populous city in South Africa and a part of Cape Town metropolitan area. Cape Town is the capital of West Cape Province and the legislative capital of South Africa, because the South African Parliament and many government departments are also located in the city. Cape Town is famous for its beautiful natural scenery and docks. Famous landmarks include Table Mountain called "God's Table" and the Cape of Good Hope where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic Ocean. Because of its beautiful natural and geographical environment, Cape Town is marked as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, so it has become one of the must-see places for tourists to visit South Africa.
The new Green Point Stadium is considered to be the most advanced stadium in the world. It built a retractable glass roof, which can be opened in the middle, which is unique in the world. On the first floor of the dome, a glass panel with a thickness of 16 mm is used to protect the audience from strong storms and let light in. The lower layer is woven PVC cloth, which can reduce the noise inside the stadium. The whole stadium is a pollution-free "green stadium". The Green Point Stadium faces the sea and is located in the most beautiful place in Cape Town. Therefore, the stadium design should be coordinated with the natural landscape, so that they can be harmoniously integrated, with a total investment of 4.5 billion rand (about 400 million US dollars). When the lights are on at night, this multifunctional stadium is like a rose bowl floating on the pedestal. Architects call this stadium "Cape Town Goddess".
Mbobera Stadium
City: Nelspruit
Completion date: 2009
Status: under renovation.
Capacity: 46,000 people
"Mbobera" is Swahili, which means "many people gather in a narrow space". This description is apt. Mbobera Stadium, with a capacity of only 46,000 people, is the second smallest stadium among the top ten World Cup stadiums in South Africa. There are only four games held here, all of which are insignificant.
Due to its proximity to Kruger National Park, the largest wildlife park in South Africa, a large number of tourists choose Nelspruit as a transit point. It can be said that this city is an out-and-out post station, and it is difficult to attract tourists to stay here for a long time.
Wild colors are also reflected in this city. The 18 roof truss used to support the roof of Mbobella Stadium is shaped like a giraffe, while the seats of the stadium are painted with zebra stripes.
In addition, Mbobera Stadium has many thoughtful designs. The bowl-shaped structure can ensure that every audience has a good viewing effect. The translucent roof covers an area of 22,500 square meters and will cover 95% of the seats, which can not only ensure sunshine, but also ensure ventilation and avoid noise disturbing the people.
ellis park stadium
City: Johannesburg
Completion date: 1982
Status: Minor renovation is under way.
Capacity: 6 1000 people
Ellis Park was actually built in 1928 and has been used as a football field for more than 50 years. It was not until 1982 that the stadium was demolished and rebuilt and the history was rewritten. A Johannesburg City Councillor named JD Ellis proposed to transform the stadium into a football field, so today's Ellis Park Stadium was created.
Like Free State Stadium, Ellis Park Stadium has also hosted 1995 Rugby World Cup and many football matches. In 2000, a friendly match between South Africa and then new world champion France was held in Ellis Park Stadium.
Ellis Park Stadium has another identity, and it is also the home of the Orlando Pirates, the overlord of the South African Super League. 1995 After the team won the first African Club Champions Cup in the history of South African football, it held a grand carnival ceremony at Ellis Park Stadium. In addition, the Mandela Charity Championship, which attracted the attention of world peacemakers, was also held in the stadium.
Nelson mandela bay stadium
City: Mandalay Bay.
Completion date: 2009
Status: under renovation.
Capacity: 48,000 people
The stadium is named after nelson mandela, the black leader of South Africa. Nelson mandela bay stadium is located in port elizabeth, and port elizabeth is Mandela's hometown.
From June 5438 to February 2000, after the local government election, two neighboring cities merged and changed their names to nelson mandela Bay City. Port elizabeth and Mandela Bay have been used together for a short time, so the stadium is also called port elizabeth Stadium. This stadium can hold 48,000 people. Nelson mandela Bay Stadium was officially completed in the first half of 2009. In June of that year, the stadium also held the Confederations Cup competition to warm up for hosting the World Cup.
Free state stadium
City: Bloom Feng Dan
Completion date: the upgrade will be completed by the end of 2008.
Status quo: Moderate renovation
Capacity: 48,000 people
Free State Stadium, located in Feng Dan, Bloom, is a comprehensive stadium. Feng Dan, blom, which means "spring of flowers" in Dutch, is the capital of Free State and the judicial capital of South Africa. It is also known as the "City of Roses", where the Rose Festival is held every year.
Bloom Feng Dan is a densely populated city. The local people are famous for their love of sports. Whether they are locals or not can be identified by their main sports hobbies. Universities and colleges here have trained many international athletes. With strong financial support, the sports construction in Bloom Feng Dan is like a duck to water.
This city with a population of only 500,000 has a first-class stadium, football team and rugby team.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
City: Durban.
Completion date: 2009
Status: under renovation.
Capacity: 70,000 people
Durban, the second largest city in South Africa and the busiest port in Africa, has become a famous tourist destination because of its warm subtropical climate and seaside scenery.
Like the city rankings, Durban Stadium is also the second largest stadium in the 20 10 World Cup in South Africa, with a design capacity of 70,000 people, second only to Football City Stadium. Durban Stadium, also known as Moses Mabihada Stadium, was named in memory of Mabihada, former general secretary of the South African Production Party. The leader who made great contributions to the independence and liberation movement of South Africa died in March 1986.
The shape design of the stadium is very creative. There is a viaduct running through the east and west. This iconic arch structure is easily reminiscent of Wembley Stadium in London, England. In fact, the design of Durban Stadium was inspired by the South African flag. The two arch beams on the north side of the stadium meet in the air and merge when they extend to the south side, which symbolizes that South Africa, a country that was once divided in history, is now United. At the beginning of lighting, this arch beam was like a rainbow in the sky, and the 46,000 square meters glass fiber membrane roof covered 88% of the seats in the stadium.
Interestingly, the China element has also become a part of this stadium. On the wall of the stadium, there are actually two Chinese characters-"Welcome" and "Victory is certain".
Royal banfuken stadium
City: rustenburg.
Completion date: 1999
Status: minor decoration.
Capacity: 42,000 people
Royal Banfuken Stadium is located in the administrative capital of Royal Banfuken State in Northwest Province, near rustenburg. The stadium was built in 1999, which is a comprehensive stadium. Besides football, rugby and other comprehensive sports can also be held here.
The stadium is named after the local Banfuken people, and now the population of this ethnic group is only about 30 thousand. From 65438 to 0999, Banfuken people obtained an agreement through law, and obtained 22% ownership of all white gold mines in this area, as well as the equity of Impala Platinum Company, the second largest platinum producer in the world. The Royal Half Fokeng Stadium is very distinctive. Seen from a distance, it looks a bit like a sailboat. In order to host the World Cup, the Royal Banfokeng Stadium was upgraded, including the expansion of the west stand, the addition of a cantilever with a value of 45 million, and a new electronic scoreboard, new seats, lighting equipment and broadcasting system. The capacity has also been expanded from 38,000 to 42,000. Even so, it is still the smallest of the ten stadiums in the World Cup in South Africa.
Loftos Stadium
City: Pretoria
Completion date: 1906
Status: minor decoration.
Capacity: 52,000 people
Loftos Stadium is one of the 65,438+00 stadiums in South Africa currently participating in the World Cup. According to official website of the World Cup, Loftos Stadium can easily meet the standard of hosting the World Cup with simple maintenance, a small number of facilities replacement and a low degree of renovation. Loftos Stadium was built in 1903, officially completed in 1906 and put into sports. It was originally named robert owen Loftos Stadium. This name is also the name of the founder of the stadium. As one of the oldest stadiums in South Africa, Loftos Stadium has hosted 1995 Rugby World Cup and 1996 African Nations Cup.
At present, the stadium is also the home of Mamrodi Sunset Club, a strong domestic league team in South Africa. Many South African fans regard Loftos Stadium as a blessing for the national team, because they once defeated Sweden, the arch-rival from Europe, on this stadium for the first time. (This edition is provided by Osports)