JOHANNESBURG – FIFA World Cup trophy will return to South Africa for the first time in almost four years as part of a global tour presented by Coca-Cola. This tour will see the biggest prize in world football take on 88 countries in 267 days.
South Africans caught their last glimpse of the magnificent 18-carat gold sculpture when it was being held aloft by victorious Spain at the conclusion of the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City in Johannesburg.
But now it will return from December 1 to 3 on its way to its final destination, Brazil for the next global showpiece tournament that gets underway in June next year.
Dignitaries from across South Africa will welcome the trophy in a true Brazilian style ceremony on December 1at the Lanseria Airport, Johannesburg. Samba dancers and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Mascot, Fuleco are expected to add to the excitement.
South Africans will have a chance to see and be seen with one of sport’s greatest emblem at the Southgate Shopping Centre in Johannesburg December 2 and 3 from 11:00 to 19:00 each day.
Fans will also have an opportunity to have souvenir photos of themselves taken with the word’s trophy, view a special hologram animation showcasing memorable moments of the FIFA World Cup, participate in interactive displays and enjoy other entertainment.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola will no doubt bring back special memories for fans of the magnificent finals held in South Africa in 2010, the first time ever the World Cup has been staged on the African continent.
The 2010 FIFA World Cup provided South Africa with the ultimate football party and the country’s citizens came together in the spirit of nation-building. Through this FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, Coca-Cola officially welcomes South Africans to the 2014 World Cup and the chance to explore Brazil together – uniting the world.
