Mbombela Stadium

The name translates as “many people together in a small space” but Mbombela Stadium has not bought many people together since its completion. During construction locals protested against the failure to build new schools to replace two that were displaced by the stadium, but FIFA insists it will be a welcome addition to the city.

Eighteen giraffe shaped roof supports hint at the proximity of Kruger National Park - home to 3,000 crocodiles. Somewhere to take the slackers, hey Fabio?

Claim to fame

David Nyathi is Nelspruit’s most famous footballer, having ‘played’ for Serie A side Cagliari – two years, six appearances.

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