The World Cup is drawing near…
On 4 December, tension rose around the globe and 300 million eager eyes focused their attention on Cape Town… where the group draw for the 2010 World Cup was taking place. This is a milestone for the world’s second biggest sporting event which is being held in Africa for the very first time. There was a buzz of World Cup excitement in the streets where tens of thousands gathered and celebrated in front of big screens and watched the draw with fervent anticipation.
A festive ceremony, hosted by the South African actress Charlize Theron, was attended by Nelson Mandela, Franz Beckenbauer, David Beckham and Michael Platini among others.
The draw has now been finalised and the following teams will be competing against each other at the foot of Table Mountain:
| Uruguay – France | 11 June | 8.30 pm |
| Italy – Paraguay | 14 June | 8.30 pm |
| England – Algeria | 18 June | 8.30 pm |
| Portugal – North Korea | 21 June | 1.30 pm |
| Cameroon – Netherlands | 24 June | 8.30 pm |
In addition, the following matches will be held in the newly built Green Point Stadium:
| First knock-out round Winner of group H – runner-up of group G |
29 June | 8.30 pm |
| Quarter final | 3 July | 8.30 pm |
| Semi final | 7 July | 8.30 pm |
Don’t miss the ultimate experience of visiting Cape Town during the 2010 World Cup. Alongside a whole lot of football, Cape Town also offers countless sports activities and interesting places to visit.
Our guest house is just a 20-minute drive from the stadium. In addition, as of 2010, a direct bus route will run from Sunset Beach to the stadium. Less than a 10-minute walk takes you from our guest house to the bus stop.
Apartment prices valid during the World Cup can also be found on our website.
Tickets for the matches can be purchased via the FIFA website: FIFA Tickets
Experience the World Cup live in a home away from home here at “da Heim” guest house!
