President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday, 30 January 2026 receive the FIFA World Cup™️ Original Trophy during the FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy Tour at the Union Buildings, Pretoria.
The FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola is bringing the most coveted prize in football to South Africa.
South Africa’s football story is rooted in defining moments, from first qualifying in 1998, to hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup™️.
After 16 years, South Africa has now qualified again for the FIFA World Cup™️, marking a powerful return to the global football stage.
The Trophy’s arrival represents hope, pride, memory, and momentum. It marks the symbolic beginning of South Africa’s return to the FIFA…
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Fun South African Fact: South Africa has hosted the football (2010), cricket (2003) and rugby (1995) world cups
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Fun South African Fact: The meandering 850km road through Cape Winelands is the world’s longest wine route.