What did South Africa host in 2010?
Once shunned by the international sporting community because of its policy of apartheid, South Africa yesterday became the first African nation chosen to play host to soccer’s World Cup.
Which country hosted the FIFA World Cup in 2010?
South Africa
Did South Africa benefit from the 2010 FIFA World Cup?
The hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which has pumped an estimated R93-billion into the local economy, has rebranded South Africa and created a favourable climate for direct foreign investment and tourism growth, says KPMG senior economist Frank Blackmore.
When was World Cup held in South Africa?
2010
Who won World Cup South Africa?
The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was a football match that took place on 11 July 2010 at Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa, to determine the winner of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Spain defeated the Netherlands 1–0 with a goal from Andrés Iniesta four minutes from the end of extra time.
How much did South Africa make from the World Cup?
For South Africa’s economy, a direct benefit of hosting the tournament was that it added 0.4% to national economic growth, translating into R38-billion that year, as estimated by the finance minister, Pravin Gordhan.
Who are the top 3 Ballon d’Or 2010?
FIFA Ballon d’Or
| Rank | Player | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Lionel Messi | Argentina |
| 2nd | Andrés Iniesta | Spain |
| 3rd | Xavi | Spain |
Who is the best player in 2009?
Men
| Rank | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lionel Messi | 1073 |
| 2 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 352 |
| 3 | Xavi | 196 |
| 4 | Kaká | 190 |
Who won the Ballon d’Or 1999?
Rivaldo
Who was the first player to win the Ballon d Or?
Stanley Matthews