Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane: World Cup 2010 stadium guide
Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane: A guide to Peter Mokaba Stadium for the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa, from June 11, 2010.
Peter Mokaba Stadium - Polokwane Photo: GETTY IMAGES
Situated in Polokwane, the capital of football-mad province Limpopo, the Peter Mokaba Stadium is another newly-built venue for the Fifa World Cup, replacing the old Peter Mokaba Stadium after initial upgrade plans were abandoned in favour of a new construction.
The stadium holds an important place in South African history, as it is named after Peter Mokaba, one of the renowned sons of the struggle and emancipation of the country against the apartheid regime. Mokaba was born and raised in Polokwane (formerly known as Pietersburg) and was famed for his fighting spirit and leadership skills.
The design of the new Peter Mokaba Stadium is based upon the iconic Baobab tree with each corner of the edifice supported by enormous 'trunks', where the steel structure holding up the roof is anchored. The stadium will officially be opened in January 2010.
Built: 2010
Capacity: 46,000
Also known as: n/a
Famous moment in sporting history: Didier Drogba made international Ivory Coast debut at old Peter Mokaba stadium in 2002 in an CAF African Cup of Nations qualifier which South Africa won 2-1.
Home of: n/a
World Cup 2010 games: four group games.
Built: 2010
Capacity: 46,000
Also known as: n/a
Famous moment in sporting history: Didier Drogba made international Ivory Coast debut at old Peter Mokaba stadium in 2002 in an CAF African Cup of Nations qualifier which South Africa won 2-1.
Home of: n/a
World Cup 2010 games: four group games.
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