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Chile

FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Chile 2008Chile

Chile is the first South American country chosen to stage a FIFA Women's World Cup, a privilege that reflects the country's image.

Host Country

FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2008Host Country

Although British sailors had introduced the sport to Japan in 1873 as the country opened its doors to the West, the Japan Football Association (JFA) was not formed until 1921 - a date that also saw the birth of the Emperor's Cup, the islands' oldest competition.

Videos

  • Mangaung/Bloemfontein

    Mangaung/Bloemfontein

    Yellow hues radiate through the city of Mangaung/Bloemfontein, especially when the sunlight strikes the beautiful sandstone buildings in ...
  • Johannesburg

    Johannesburg

    The bustling metropolis of Johannesburg is always pulsing with life. The city has the most distinctive skyline in South Africa including ...
  • Tshwane/Pretoria

    Tshwane/Pretoria

    The Union Buildings has a distinctive silhouette that is instantly associated with the capital city of Tshwane/Pretoria. The jacaranda ...
  • Rustenburg

    Rustenburg

    Rustenburg is at the centre of one of the richest collection of ore wealth in the world and the proud Bafokeng people have capitalised on ...