World Cup 2010

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The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:16PM

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 21: The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Soccerex Global Convention is the Global Leader for the Business of Football. Consist of an in-depth conference schedule, packed exhibition, a large range of networking and two-day Football Festival, in the Forte de Copacabana, Copacabana beach and Sugar Loaf Mountain. (Photo by Buda Mendes /LatinContent/Getty Images)

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:12PM

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:10PM

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nov 21, 7:06PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Nov 01, 3:53PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Nov 01, 3:48PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Handout image showing Mario Filho stadium, better known as "Maracana", as it would look after alterations

Oct 20, 7:56AM

BRAZIL, Rio de Janeiro : Handout image released on September 20, 2010, in Rio de Janeiro, showing Mario Filho stadium, better known as "Maracana", as it would look after alterations. Maracana is closed for refurbishment in view to the FIFA World Cup 2014 and the Olympic Games 2016 due to be held in Brazil. AFP PHOTO

Maracanã Stadium as viewed from Corcovado

Oct 20, 7:43AM

Maracanã Stadium as viewed from Corcovado.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leaves his handprints as reconstruction gets under way at Porto Alegre's stadium

Oct 20, 7:28AM

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leaves his handprints as
reconstruction gets under way at Porto Alegre's stadium.

Christ Redeemer receives new lighting with colors of Brazilian flag

Oct 01, 10:54AM

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - JUNE 25: Christ Redeemer receives new lighting with colors of Brazilian flag to celebrate the Brazilian National Soccer Team after their match on the 2010 FIFA World Cup on June 25, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Wagner Meier/FotoArena/LatinContent/Getty Images)

General view of a tractor breaking the bleachers of the Maracana Stadium during the first day of renovation work for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Sep 03, 6:54PM

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - SEPTEMBER 03: General view of a tractor breaking the bleachers of the Maracana Stadium during the first day of renovation work for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil final host on September 3, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Maracana Stadium is due to host matches of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/LatinContent/Getty Images)

General view of a tractor breaking the bleachers of the Maracana Stadium during the first day of renovation work for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Sep 03, 6:49PM

Spain's Miguel Angel Lopez (L), executive general of the Iberian candidate committee and Chile's Harold Mayne Nicholls (R), Chief of the FIFA inspection group

Sep 03, 3:53PM

Spain's Miguel Angel Lopez (L), executive general of the Iberian candidate committee and Chile's Harold Mayne Nicholls (R), Chief of the FIFA inspection group arrive for a press conference in Lisbon on September 2, 2010. Portugal and Spain are competing with England, Russia, the United States and Holland and Belgium to host the 2018 World Cup. AFP PHOTO/ PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaks during the Launch Of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 09, 9:18AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaks during the Launch Of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Performers dance during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:43PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Performers dance during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter speaks during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:40PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter speaks during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:38PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Orlando Silva, Romario, Bebeto, Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da SIlva, Cafu, Carlos Alberto Parreira, FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Carlos Alberto Torres during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Jul 08, 8:20PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Orlando Silva, Romario, Bebeto, Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da SIlva, Cafu, Carlos Alberto Parreira, FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Carlos Alberto Torres during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Brazilian president Luis Ignacio Lula da Silva (C), Brazil 2014 World Cup organizing committee president Ricardo Texeira (L) and FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter (R) join hands as they celebrate the official launch of the FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil Logo

Jul 08, 8:06PM

Brazilian president Luis Ignacio Lula da Silva (C), Brazil 2014 World Cup organizing committee president Ricardo Texeira (L) and FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter (R) join hands as they celebrate the official launch of the FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil Logo on July 8, 2010 at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg, South Africa. AFP PHOTO / GIANLUIGI GUERCIA

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of FIFA 2014 World Cup Brazil official logo

Jul 08, 8:04PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of FIFA 2014 World Cup Brazil official logo on July 8, 2010 at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO/GIANLUIGI GUERCIA

FIFA president Joseph Sepp Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football Wo

Jul 08, 8:04PM

FIFA president Joseph Sepp Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football World CupBrazil official Logo on July 8, 2010 at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg, South Africa. AFP PHOTO / GIANLUIGI GUERCIA

Brazilian President Lula Ignacio da Silva gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football World Cup Brazil official Logo

Jul 08, 8:02PM

Brazilian President Lula Ignacio da Silva gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football World Cup Brazil official Logo on July 8, 2010 at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg, South Africa. AFP PHOTO / GIANLUIGI GUERCIA

Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Jul 08, 7:50PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: (L-R) Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Caetano Barreira/FotoArena/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Official emblem 2014

Jul 08, 6:41PM

Official emblem 2014

A pair of young Brazilian fans

Mar 22, 3:31PM

BERLIN - JUNE 13: A pair of young Brazilian fans soak up the atmosphere prior to the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Group F match between Brazil and Croatia played at the Olympic Stadium on June 13, 2006 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Fans of Brazil cheer

Mar 22, 3:24PM

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - OCTOBER 11: Fans of Brazil cheer their team before a match against Bolivia as part of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Qualifier at Hernando Siles Stadium on October 11, 2009 in La Paz, Bolivia. (Photo by Caetano Barreira/FotoArena/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Brazil fans

Mar 22, 3:21PM

DOHA, QATAR - NOVEMBER 14: Brazil fans gather outside the stadium before the International Friendly match between Brazil and England at the Khalifa Stadium on November 14, 2009 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz (R) speaks with the press

Dec 17, 6:47PM

Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz (R) speaks with the press during the presentation of a mock-up representing the transformations of the Maracana football stadium in Rio de Janeiro on December 17, 2009. The stadium, built in 1950 to house the World football championship, will be adapted to receive the final match of the 2014 FIFA World Football Championship. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDA

An employee cleans a stand of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 6:45PM

An employee cleans a stand of the Maracana football stadium before the presentation by Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz of a mock-up representing the transformations of the stadium in Rio de Janeiro on December 17, 2009. The stadium, built in 1950 to house the World football championship, will be adapted to receive the final match of the 2014 FIFA World Football Championship. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDA

Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz (R) speaks with the press during the presentation of a mock-up representing the transformations of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 5:11PM

An employee cleans a stand of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 3:42PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:31PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup during a press conference in Nassau on May 31, 2009. FIFA announced 12 Brazilian cities which will host the 2014 World Cup. AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:29PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:29PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter checks his glasses before announcing the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:28PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter checks his glasses before announcing the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Nassau on May 31, 2009. FIFA announced 12 Brazilian cities -- Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Cuiaba, Curitiba, Fortaleza, Manaus, Natal, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Sao Paulo -- which will host the 2014 World Cup. AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD

Ricardo Terra Teixeira, CBF President (left), FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (middle) and FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke (right)

May 31, 8:17PM

Ricardo Terra Teixeira, CBF President (left), FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (middle) and FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke (right) present the 12 FIFA World Cup Brazil 2014 host cities. foto-net/Teamfoto

People celebrate in the streets of Fortaleza, one of the venues of the FIFA World Cup 2014 (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

May 31, 12:00AM

People celebrate in the streets of Fortaleza, one of the venues of the FIFA World Cup 2014 (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

Brazilian fans celebrated in Manaus when the city was confirmed as host of the FIFA 2014 World Cup (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

May 31, 12:00AM

Brazilian fans celebrated in Manaus when the city was confirmed as host of the FIFA 2014 World Cup (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

A Brazilian beach soccer fan whistles as he wears a pair of sunglasses announcing the FIFA Football World Cup 2014 in Brazil

May 28, 12:00AM

A Brazilian beach soccer fan whistles as he wears a pair of sunglasses announcing the FIFA Football World Cup 2014 in Brazil. AFP

The FIFA World Cup trophy

May 25, 4:22PM

The FIFA World Cup trophy

Brazilian schoolboys wave flags and cheer in front of the statue to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro

May 22, 12:00AM

Brazilian schoolboys wave flags and cheer in front of the statue to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazil will host the 2014 World Cup. AFP

The image of the statue to Christ the Redeemer reflects on the sunglasses of a football fan in Rio de Janeiro

May 16, 12:00AM

The image of the statue to Christ the Redeemer reflects on the sunglasses of a football fan in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. AFP PHOTO

The FIFA world cup torphy is displayed during a press conference to announce the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

May 15, 12:00AM

The FIFA world cup torphy is displayed during a press conference to announce the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Nassau on May 31, 2009. FIFA announced 12 Brazilian cities -- Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Cuiaba, Curitiba, Fortaleza, Manaus, Natal, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Sao Paulo -- which will host the 2014 World Cup. AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD

View from the stands of the Maracana football stadium

May 13, 12:00AM

View from the stands of the Maracana football stadium and the field, where the organizers have placed two huge Brazilian national team in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. AFP PHOTO

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter announces Brazil as the host of the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Mar 12, 9:43AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter announces Brazil as the host of the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L) and FIFA representative Thierry Weil tour the 'Football Museum', after watching a video presentation about the city of Sao Paulo and its stadiums

Jan 30, 8:38PM

Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L) and FIFA representative Thierry Weil tour the 'Football Museum', after watching a video presentation about the city of Sao Paulo and its stadiums, as part of FIFA official inspection on candidate cities to held a group during the FIFA 2014 World Cup, at Pacaembu stadium, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 30, 2009. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

Dick Wiles, CEO of MATCH (L) and FIFA official representatives Thierry Weil (C) and Fulvio Danilas pose during press conference

Jan 30, 8:36PM

Dick Wiles, CEO of MATCH (L) and FIFA official representatives Thierry Weil (C) and Fulvio Danilas pose during press conference before watching a video about the city of Sao Paulo and its stadiums. The visit is part of the FIFA inspection on candidates cities to held a group during the FIFA 2014 World Cup, at the Pacaembu stadium, in Sao Paulo, Brazil on January 30, 2009. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva poses showing a pennant

Jan 29, 1:29PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva poses showing a pennant given to him by FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (out of frame) during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia on January 29, 2009. Blatter confirmed that the Brazil 2014 World Cup will be held in 12 cities which are to be ratified in March this year. AFP PHOTO/Joedson ALVES

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:28PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia on January 29, 2009. Blatter confirmed that the Brazil 2014 World Cup will be held in 12 cities which are to be ratified in March this year. AFP PHOTO/Joedson ALVES

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:26PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:24PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter waves after visiting the 'Football Museum', placed at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium, in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 10:11AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter waves after visiting the 'Football Museum', placed at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Brazil will host the 2016 FIFA WC. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 10:10AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Accompany Blatter Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L), CBF president Ricardo Teixeira (2nd- R) and Football Museum CEO Leonel Kaz. Brazil will host the 2016 FIFA WC. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) besides Sao Paulo state Governor Jose Serra (C) and former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele

Jan 29, 10:09AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) besides Sao Paulo state Governor Jose Serra (C) and former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele (R), during a meeting at Bandeirantes Palace in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Brazil will host the 2016 FIFAWC. AFP PHOTO/Ciete Silverio / GOV SPO

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 9:25AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Accompany Blatter Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L), Sao Paulo state governor Jose Serra (C), CBF president Ricardo Teixeira (2nd- R) and Football Museum CEO Leonel Kaz. Brazil will host the 2016 FIFA WC. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (R) talks with former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele (L) and Sao Paulo state governor Jose Serra (C)

Jan 29, 8:55AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (R) talks with former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele (L) and Sao Paulo state governor Jose Serra (C) during a meeting at the Bandeirantes Palace in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Brazil will host the 2014 FIFA WC. AFP PHOTO/Milton MICHIDA/GOV SPO

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter is seen next to Brazilian authorities in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28th 2009

Jan 28, 11:25PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter is seen next to Brazilian authorities in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28th 2009.

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter laughs next to Brazilian Pele in Sao Paulo

Jan 28, 11:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter laughs next to Brazilian Pele in Sao Paulo, on January 28th 2009. The President visited Brazil on wednesday and will move on to Paraguay on thursday to be present at the CONMEBOL's Congress.

A Brazilian football fan waves a banner which reads in Portuguese "The 2014 Cup is ours"

Oct 31, 4:43AM

A Brazilian football fan waves a banner which reads in Portuguese "The 2014 Cup is ours" in front of the statue to Christ the Redeemer 30 October, 2007 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazil, the only runner in the race, was officially unveiled as the 2014 World Cup host by FIFA president Sepp Blatter in Zurich Tuesday. The five-time world champions have staged the World Cup once before, in 1950, when they lost the final 2-1 to Uruguay in front of a near 200,000 crowd at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro. AFP PHOTO ANTONIO SCORZA

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling ceremony for the 2014 World Cup host country

Oct 30, 4:52PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling ceremony for the 2014 World Cup host country, 30 October 2007 at the World football's governing body headquarters in Zurich. Blatter announced Brazil as the venue after the sole candidate's final presentation to FIFA's executive committee with Brazil president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in attendance. AFP PHOTO / FABRICE COFFRINI

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling of the 2014 World Cup host country

Oct 30, 4:30PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling of the 2014 World Cup host country, 30 October 2007 at the World football's governing body headquarters in Zurich. Blatter announced Brazil as the venue after the sole candidate's final presentation to FIFA's executive committee with Brazil president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in attendance. AFP PHOTO / FABRICE COFFRINI

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the officially unveil as the 2014 World Cup hosts country

Oct 30, 4:05PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the officially unveil as the 2014 World Cup hosts country 30 October 2007 at the World football's governing body headquarters in Zurich.

The 900-paged candidature dossier is pictured during the submission of the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup bid

Jul 31, 2:12PM

The 900-paged candidature dossier is pictured during the submission of the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup bid in Zurich, 31 July 2007. Brazil, the only candidate bidding to host the 2014 World Cup, officially presented its bid at the headquarters of world football's governing body FIFA in Zurich. AFP PHOTO/ MICHELE LIMINA

The 900-paged candidature dossier is pictured during the submission of the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup bid

Jul 31, 2:06PM

Ricardo Teixeira hands over Brazil's bid to host the 2014 soccer World Cup to FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter

Jul 31, 1:49PM

Ricardo Teixeira (L) President of the Brazilian Football Association, CBF hands over Brazil's bid to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup to FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter in Zurich July 31, 2007.

The logo of Brazil's bid for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jul 31, 1:20PM

The logo of Brazil's bid for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Brazil Handover of the bid for 2014

Jul 31, 12:22PM

Brazil handing over the Bid for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Zurich on July 31, 2007. From left to right: Rui Rodriguez (Director of the Bid), Romario (World Champion with Brazil 1994), Ricardo Teixeira (CBF-President), FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA General Secretary Jérôme Valcke, Paulo Coelho (Brazilian Writer)

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Brazil 2014 build-up to gather pace in 2011

Jan 10, 12:23PM

This year's schedule features the first official events on the road to the 2014 FIFA World Cup, as well as important decisions in a variety of areas.

Restoration work underway at the Maracana

Dec 08, 6:53PM

Renovation work has already reached the upper tier in the mythical stadium. Currently unrecognisable, the Maracana will be a significantly more modern and comfortable venue come 2013.

Blatter congratulates new Brazilian President

Nov 01, 3:54PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has written to Dilma Rousseff congratulating her on her election as President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

Brazil 2014: The preparations begin

Oct 21, 8:29AM

With the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ now over, preparations are already well under way for Brazil's hosting of the 2014 edition. The biggest nation in South America has high hopes of staging a successful event.

Accessibility a key aim for Brazil 2014

Sep 27, 7:27PM

The competition's Organising Committee and the Brazilian Paralympic Committee are working together to ensure accessibility for all at stadiums.

Press release on Sao Paulo stadiums

Aug 28, 11:52AM

The Local Organising Committee for Brazil 2014 has made a press release following talks between CBF President Ricardo Teixeira, the Governor of the state of Sao Paulo Alberto Goldman, and the Mayor of Sao Paulo Gilberto Kassab.

Menezes rings Brazilian changes

Jul 28, 9:55AM

Mano Menezes picked 11 uncapped players in his first Brazil squad, and he has settled on a new formation as he targets success at the Copa America, Olympics and FIFA World Cup.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

Romario: My heart's divided

Jul 11, 8:42AM

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Brazil 2014 taking shape

Jul 08, 10:52PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has already started to come into focus after Thursday's launch of the tournament's Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Journey to Brazil 2014 begins

Jul 08, 6:44PM

This evening at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, the Official Emblem for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ was unveiled.

Re-live the Brazil 2014 Emblem Launch

Jul 07, 6:04PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil got underway on 8 July with the launch of the Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Leonardo: I'm available for Brazil

Jul 06, 10:58PM

Leonardo has revealed that he has not spoken to the CBF about Brazil's vacant hot-seat but would discuss it should an approach be made.

Statement on Morumbi Stadium

Jun 16, 6:57PM

It has been decided that the Cicero Pompeu Toledo Stadium, commonly known as Morumbi, has been excluded from the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Last update on 2010 FIFA World Cup™ preparations on the agenda

Jun 01, 11:35AM

The FIFA Executive Committee will hold its second meeting of the year in Johannesburg on Sunday, 6 and Monday, 7 June 2010.

Marfrig CEO discusses FIFA World Cup sponsorship

May 26, 12:05PM

Marcos Antonio Molina dos Santos, the CEO of the Marfrig Group, has discussed the company's sponsorship of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Global food supplier Seara signs up as final FIFA World Cup Sponsor

Apr 14, 11:19AM

Global food supplier Seara, part of the Marfrig Group, has signed up as a sponsor of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Brazilian telecommunications company becomes first World Cup sponsor for Brazil 2014

Mar 22, 4:58PM

FIFA is extremely proud to announce Brazil's largest telecommunications company, Oi, as the first World Cup sponsor for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Maracana to get facelift

Dec 17, 5:00PM

Rio's legendary Maracana Stadium is to get a $500 million dollar facelift for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, it was confirmed on Thursday.

Beckham eyes Brazil 2014

Dec 12, 4:34PM

England's David Beckham has revealed he would like to play at Brazil 2014, despite the fact that he will turn 39 just before the tournament kicks off.

New Portuguese channel and FIFA World Cup™ section for FIFA.com

Dec 01, 6:02AM

The Portuguese (Brazilian) version of FIFA.com was officially launched today (Tuesday, 1 December 2009), becoming the sixth language of the website.

Men's Olympic Football Tournaments and 2009 and 2010 FIFA competitions on the agenda

Sep 22, 3:53PM

The FIFA Executive Committee will convene in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 29 September 2009 for its third meeting of the year.

Brazil gets its party started

Jun 02, 7:09PM

There were plenty of fireworks and music as the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup celebrated their selection with typical colour.

Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed

May 31, 10:40PM

Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

Brazil 2014 venues unveiled

May 31, 7:46PM

The 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil were officially unveiled after the FIFA Ex-Co meeting in Nassau, Bahamas on Sunday 31 May.

2014 FIFA World Cup Host City designation on the agenda

May 25, 4:24PM

The FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by President Joseph S. Blatter, will convene in Nassau (Bahamas) on Saturday and Sunday, 30-31 May 2009.

Meet the Candidate Cities

Mar 19, 8:54AM

Seventeen cities are in competing to host matches at Brazil 2014. FIFA.com is here to tell you about their histories, attractions and football.

Host Cities for Brazil 2014 to be announced in May

Mar 12, 10:02AM

The selection of the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be made at the FIFA Executive Committee meeting taking place at the end of May.

Blatter meets Brazilian President

Jan 29, 8:44PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has continued his visit to South America with a trip to Brasilia to meet Brazil's President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

FIFA and Panini kick-off new agreement

Jan 29, 2:05PM

FIFA and Panini [the world's largest publisher of collectibles] have today signed a joint agreement for the next six years.

Palmeiras to double stadium capacity

Jul 02, 9:56PM

Palmeiras have announced plans to double the capacity of the Estadio Palestra Italia to 60,000 in a bid to stage matches at Brazil 2014.

Celebration time in Brazil

Oct 31, 12:33PM

Who would have thought it? On the birthday of Argentinian legend Diego Maradona, the biggest celebrations were to be found in Brazil.

Worthy Brazil rejoices over prize

Oct 31, 12:27PM

Five world titles, a galaxy of stars and a burning desire to erase the memory of Maracanazo - Brazilians have good cause for celebration.

A victory for football

Oct 31, 9:39AM

Following the announcement that Brazil will host the 2014 FIFA Word Cup, President Lula, Romario and Dunga have spoken of a victory for football.

Brazil confirmed as 2014 hosts

Oct 30, 5:28PM

Brazil have this afternoon been confirmed as the Host Nation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup by FIFA's Executive Committee in Zurich.

Decision time draws near

Oct 24, 4:03PM

On Tuesday at FIFA House in Zurich, the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) will present its application to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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Brazil 2014 build-up to gather pace in 2011

Jan 10, 12:23PM

This year's schedule features the first official events on the road to the 2014 FIFA World Cup, as well as important decisions in a variety of areas.

Restoration work underway at the Maracana

Dec 08, 6:53PM

Renovation work has already reached the upper tier in the mythical stadium. Currently unrecognisable, the Maracana will be a significantly more modern and comfortable venue come 2013.

Blatter congratulates new Brazilian President

Nov 01, 3:54PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has written to Dilma Rousseff congratulating her on her election as President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

Brazil 2014: The preparations begin

Oct 21, 8:29AM

Accessibility a key aim for Brazil 2014

Sep 27, 7:27PM

The competition's Organising Committee and the Brazilian Paralympic Committee are working together to ensure accessibility for all at stadiums.

Press release on Sao Paulo stadiums

Aug 28, 11:52AM

Menezes rings Brazilian changes

Jul 28, 9:55AM

Mano Menezes picked 11 uncapped players in his first Brazil squad, and he has settled on a new formation as he targets success at the Copa America, Olympics and FIFA World Cup.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

Romario: My heart's divided

Jul 11, 8:42AM

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Brazil 2014 taking shape

Jul 08, 10:52PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has already started to come into focus after Thursday's launch of the tournament's Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Journey to Brazil 2014 begins

Jul 08, 6:44PM

This evening at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, the Official Emblem for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ was unveiled.

Re-live the Brazil 2014 Emblem Launch

Jul 07, 6:04PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil got underway on 8 July with the launch of the Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Leonardo: I'm available for Brazil

Jul 06, 10:58PM

Leonardo has revealed that he has not spoken to the CBF about Brazil's vacant hot-seat but would discuss it should an approach be made.

Statement on Morumbi Stadium

Jun 16, 6:57PM

It has been decided that the Cicero Pompeu Toledo Stadium, commonly known as Morumbi, has been excluded from the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Last update on 2010 FIFA World Cup™ preparations on the agenda

Jun 01, 11:35AM

The FIFA Executive Committee will hold its second meeting of the year in Johannesburg on Sunday, 6 and Monday, 7 June 2010.

Marfrig CEO discusses FIFA World Cup sponsorship

May 26, 12:05PM

Marcos Antonio Molina dos Santos, the CEO of the Marfrig Group, has discussed the company's sponsorship of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Global food supplier Seara signs up as final FIFA World Cup Sponsor

Apr 14, 11:19AM

Global food supplier Seara, part of the Marfrig Group, has signed up as a sponsor of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Brazilian telecommunications company becomes first World Cup sponsor for Brazil 2014

Mar 22, 4:58PM

FIFA is extremely proud to announce Brazil's largest telecommunications company, Oi, as the first World Cup sponsor for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Maracana to get facelift

Dec 17, 5:00PM

Rio's legendary Maracana Stadium is to get a $500 million dollar facelift for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, it was confirmed on Thursday.

Beckham eyes Brazil 2014

Dec 12, 4:34PM

England's David Beckham has revealed he would like to play at Brazil 2014, despite the fact that he will turn 39 just before the tournament kicks off.

New Portuguese channel and FIFA World Cup™ section for FIFA.com

Dec 01, 6:02AM

The Portuguese (Brazilian) version of FIFA.com was officially launched today (Tuesday, 1 December 2009), becoming the sixth language of the website.

Men's Olympic Football Tournaments and 2009 and 2010 FIFA competitions on the agenda

Sep 22, 3:53PM

The FIFA Executive Committee will convene in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 29 September 2009 for its third meeting of the year.

Brazil gets its party started

Jun 02, 7:09PM

There were plenty of fireworks and music as the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup celebrated their selection with typical colour.

Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed

May 31, 10:40PM

Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

Brazil 2014 venues unveiled

May 31, 7:46PM

The 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil were officially unveiled after the FIFA Ex-Co meeting in Nassau, Bahamas on Sunday 31 May.

2014 FIFA World Cup Host City designation on the agenda

May 25, 4:24PM

The FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by President Joseph S. Blatter, will convene in Nassau (Bahamas) on Saturday and Sunday, 30-31 May 2009.

Meet the Candidate Cities

Mar 19, 8:54AM

Seventeen cities are in competing to host matches at Brazil 2014. FIFA.com is here to tell you about their histories, attractions and football.

Host Cities for Brazil 2014 to be announced in May

Mar 12, 10:02AM

The selection of the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be made at the FIFA Executive Committee meeting taking place at the end of May.

Blatter meets Brazilian President

Jan 29, 8:44PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has continued his visit to South America with a trip to Brasilia to meet Brazil's President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

FIFA and Panini kick-off new agreement

Jan 29, 2:05PM

FIFA and Panini [the world's largest publisher of collectibles] have today signed a joint agreement for the next six years.

Palmeiras to double stadium capacity

Jul 02, 9:56PM

Palmeiras have announced plans to double the capacity of the Estadio Palestra Italia to 60,000 in a bid to stage matches at Brazil 2014.

Celebration time in Brazil

Oct 31, 12:33PM

Who would have thought it? On the birthday of Argentinian legend Diego Maradona, the biggest celebrations were to be found in Brazil.

Worthy Brazil rejoices over prize

Oct 31, 12:27PM

Five world titles, a galaxy of stars and a burning desire to erase the memory of Maracanazo - Brazilians have good cause for celebration.

A victory for football

Oct 31, 9:39AM

Following the announcement that Brazil will host the 2014 FIFA Word Cup, President Lula, Romario and Dunga have spoken of a victory for football.

Brazil confirmed as 2014 hosts

Oct 30, 5:28PM

Brazil have this afternoon been confirmed as the Host Nation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup by FIFA's Executive Committee in Zurich.

Decision time draws near

Oct 24, 4:03PM

On Tuesday at FIFA House in Zurich, the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) will present its application to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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FIFA World Cup™ Review (12 July)

Jul 12, 5:33PM

See the story of South Africa 2010™ unfold as we reflect on the tournament highlights.

Best celebrations of South Africa 2010

Jul 12, 5:19PM

Some where rehearsed, some were spontaneous, and we look back at some of the pure joy generated by goals.

Best saves of South Africa 2010™

Jul 12, 3:39PM

We salute the goalkeepers who made superb stops during the FIFA World Cup™.

Iker Casillas - adidas Golden Glove

Jul 12, 1:11AM

In his third FIFA World Cup™ finals, the ice-cool and ultra-professional Spain captain has reproduced his very best form, showcasing his agility and fabled powers of concentration and confirming his status as one of the finest custodians in the world.

Diego Forlan - adidas Golden Ball

Jul 12, 12:58AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Netherlands 0:1 a.e.t. Spain

Jul 11, 11:32PM

Match 64 - Final
Johannesburg, Soccer City Stadium
Sunday 11 July 2010

Hyundai Best Young Player Award Winner- Thomas MULLER (GER)

Jul 11, 10:23PM

Hyundai Best Young Player Award - Thomas MULLER (GER)

Sunday's FIFA World Cup Report (11 July)

Jul 11, 12:35AM

Germany snatch third place from Uruguay, while we preview the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final between the Netherlands and Spain.

URU 2:3 GER

Jul 10, 10:59PM

Match 63
Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth - Port Elizabeth Stadium
10 July 2010

Shakira exclusive interview

Jul 10, 5:24PM

FIFA.com talks to 'Waka Waka' singing sensation Shakira about her thoughts on the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

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Restoration work underway at the Maracana

Dec 08, 6:53PM

Renovation work has already reached the upper tier in the mythical stadium. Currently unrecognisable, the Maracana will be a significantly more modern and comfortable venue come 2013.

Blatter congratulates new Brazilian President

Nov 01, 3:54PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has written to Dilma Rousseff congratulating her on her election as President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

Brazil 2014: The preparations begin

Oct 21, 8:29AM

Accessibility a key aim for Brazil 2014

Sep 27, 7:27PM

The competition's Organising Committee and the Brazilian Paralympic Committee are working together to ensure accessibility for all at stadiums.

Press release on Sao Paulo stadiums

Aug 28, 11:52AM

Menezes rings Brazilian changes

Jul 28, 9:55AM

Mano Menezes picked 11 uncapped players in his first Brazil squad, and he has settled on a new formation as he targets success at the Copa America, Olympics and FIFA World Cup.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

Romario: My heart's divided

Jul 11, 8:42AM

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Brazil 2014 taking shape

Jul 08, 10:52PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has already started to come into focus after Thursday's launch of the tournament's Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Journey to Brazil 2014 begins

Jul 08, 6:44PM

This evening at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, the Official Emblem for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ was unveiled.

Re-live the Brazil 2014 Emblem Launch

Jul 07, 6:04PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil got underway on 8 July with the launch of the Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Leonardo: I'm available for Brazil

Jul 06, 10:58PM

Leonardo has revealed that he has not spoken to the CBF about Brazil's vacant hot-seat but would discuss it should an approach be made.

Statement on Morumbi Stadium

Jun 16, 6:57PM

It has been decided that the Cicero Pompeu Toledo Stadium, commonly known as Morumbi, has been excluded from the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Last update on 2010 FIFA World Cup™ preparations on the agenda

Jun 01, 11:35AM

The FIFA Executive Committee will hold its second meeting of the year in Johannesburg on Sunday, 6 and Monday, 7 June 2010.

Marfrig CEO discusses FIFA World Cup sponsorship

May 26, 12:05PM

Marcos Antonio Molina dos Santos, the CEO of the Marfrig Group, has discussed the company's sponsorship of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Global food supplier Seara signs up as final FIFA World Cup Sponsor

Apr 14, 11:19AM

Global food supplier Seara, part of the Marfrig Group, has signed up as a sponsor of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Brazilian telecommunications company becomes first World Cup sponsor for Brazil 2014

Mar 22, 4:58PM

FIFA is extremely proud to announce Brazil's largest telecommunications company, Oi, as the first World Cup sponsor for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Maracana to get facelift

Dec 17, 5:00PM

Rio's legendary Maracana Stadium is to get a $500 million dollar facelift for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, it was confirmed on Thursday.

Beckham eyes Brazil 2014

Dec 12, 4:34PM

England's David Beckham has revealed he would like to play at Brazil 2014, despite the fact that he will turn 39 just before the tournament kicks off.

New Portuguese channel and FIFA World Cup™ section for FIFA.com

Dec 01, 6:02AM

The Portuguese (Brazilian) version of FIFA.com was officially launched today (Tuesday, 1 December 2009), becoming the sixth language of the website.

Men's Olympic Football Tournaments and 2009 and 2010 FIFA competitions on the agenda

Sep 22, 3:53PM

The FIFA Executive Committee will convene in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 29 September 2009 for its third meeting of the year.

Brazil gets its party started

Jun 02, 7:09PM

There were plenty of fireworks and music as the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup celebrated their selection with typical colour.

Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed

May 31, 10:40PM

Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

Brazil 2014 venues unveiled

May 31, 7:46PM

The 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil were officially unveiled after the FIFA Ex-Co meeting in Nassau, Bahamas on Sunday 31 May.

2014 FIFA World Cup Host City designation on the agenda

May 25, 4:24PM

The FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by President Joseph S. Blatter, will convene in Nassau (Bahamas) on Saturday and Sunday, 30-31 May 2009.

Meet the Candidate Cities

Mar 19, 8:54AM

Seventeen cities are in competing to host matches at Brazil 2014. FIFA.com is here to tell you about their histories, attractions and football.

Host Cities for Brazil 2014 to be announced in May

Mar 12, 10:02AM

The selection of the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be made at the FIFA Executive Committee meeting taking place at the end of May.

Blatter meets Brazilian President

Jan 29, 8:44PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has continued his visit to South America with a trip to Brasilia to meet Brazil's President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

FIFA and Panini kick-off new agreement

Jan 29, 2:05PM

FIFA and Panini [the world's largest publisher of collectibles] have today signed a joint agreement for the next six years.

Palmeiras to double stadium capacity

Jul 02, 9:56PM

Palmeiras have announced plans to double the capacity of the Estadio Palestra Italia to 60,000 in a bid to stage matches at Brazil 2014.

Celebration time in Brazil

Oct 31, 12:33PM

Who would have thought it? On the birthday of Argentinian legend Diego Maradona, the biggest celebrations were to be found in Brazil.

Worthy Brazil rejoices over prize

Oct 31, 12:27PM

Five world titles, a galaxy of stars and a burning desire to erase the memory of Maracanazo - Brazilians have good cause for celebration.

A victory for football

Oct 31, 9:39AM

Following the announcement that Brazil will host the 2014 FIFA Word Cup, President Lula, Romario and Dunga have spoken of a victory for football.

Brazil confirmed as 2014 hosts

Oct 30, 5:28PM

Brazil have this afternoon been confirmed as the Host Nation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup by FIFA's Executive Committee in Zurich.

Decision time draws near

Oct 24, 4:03PM

On Tuesday at FIFA House in Zurich, the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) will present its application to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:16PM

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:12PM

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro

Nov 21, 7:10PM

The FIFA World Cup opens the Sunday program of the Soccerex Football Festival in Copacabana Beach, on November 21, 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nov 21, 7:06PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Nov 01, 3:53PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Nov 01, 3:48PM

Brazil's newly elected President Dilma Rousseff. Photo: Roberto Stuckert Filho

Handout image showing Mario Filho stadium, better known as "Maracana", as it would look after alterations

Oct 20, 7:56AM

Maracanã Stadium as viewed from Corcovado

Oct 20, 7:43AM

Maracanã Stadium as viewed from Corcovado.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leaves his handprints as reconstruction gets under way at Porto Alegre's stadium

Oct 20, 7:28AM

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leaves his handprints as
reconstruction gets under way at Porto Alegre's stadium.

Christ Redeemer receives new lighting with colors of Brazilian flag

Oct 01, 10:54AM

General view of a tractor breaking the bleachers of the Maracana Stadium during the first day of renovation work for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Sep 03, 6:54PM

General view of a tractor breaking the bleachers of the Maracana Stadium during the first day of renovation work for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Sep 03, 6:49PM

Spain's Miguel Angel Lopez (L), executive general of the Iberian candidate committee and Chile's Harold Mayne Nicholls (R), Chief of the FIFA inspection group

Sep 03, 3:53PM

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaks during the Launch Of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 09, 9:18AM

Performers dance during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:43PM

Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:42PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter speaks during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:40PM

Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem

Jul 08, 8:38PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 08: Brazilian Football Federation president Ricardo Terra Teixeira, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter pose during the launch of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official emblem on July 8, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Orlando Silva, Romario, Bebeto, Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da SIlva, Cafu, Carlos Alberto Parreira, FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Carlos Alberto Torres during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Jul 08, 8:20PM

Brazilian president Luis Ignacio Lula da Silva (C), Brazil 2014 World Cup organizing committee president Ricardo Texeira (L) and FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter (R) join hands as they celebrate the official launch of the FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil Logo

Jul 08, 8:06PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of FIFA 2014 World Cup Brazil official logo

Jul 08, 8:04PM

FIFA president Joseph Sepp Blatter gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football Wo

Jul 08, 8:04PM

Brazilian President Lula Ignacio da Silva gives his remarks at the official launch of the 2014 Football World Cup Brazil official Logo

Jul 08, 8:02PM

Ricardo Teixeira, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter during the launch of the official emblem of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

Jul 08, 7:50PM

Official emblem 2014

Jul 08, 6:41PM

Official emblem 2014

A pair of young Brazilian fans

Mar 22, 3:31PM

Fans of Brazil cheer

Mar 22, 3:24PM

Brazil fans

Mar 22, 3:21PM

Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz (R) speaks with the press

Dec 17, 6:47PM

An employee cleans a stand of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 6:45PM

Rio de Janeiro's Secretary of Sport and Tourism Marcia Liz (R) speaks with the press during the presentation of a mock-up representing the transformations of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 5:11PM

An employee cleans a stand of the Maracana football stadium

Dec 17, 3:42PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:31PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:29PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter announces the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:29PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter checks his glasses before announcing the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jun 02, 1:28PM

Ricardo Terra Teixeira, CBF President (left), FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (middle) and FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke (right)

May 31, 8:17PM

People celebrate in the streets of Fortaleza, one of the venues of the FIFA World Cup 2014 (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

May 31, 12:00AM

People celebrate in the streets of Fortaleza, one of the venues of the FIFA World Cup 2014 (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

Brazilian fans celebrated in Manaus when the city was confirmed as host of the FIFA 2014 World Cup (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

May 31, 12:00AM

Brazilian fans celebrated in Manaus when the city was confirmed as host of the FIFA 2014 World Cup (Courtesy of www.cbfnews.com.br)

A Brazilian beach soccer fan whistles as he wears a pair of sunglasses announcing the FIFA Football World Cup 2014 in Brazil

May 28, 12:00AM

A Brazilian beach soccer fan whistles as he wears a pair of sunglasses announcing the FIFA Football World Cup 2014 in Brazil. AFP

The FIFA World Cup trophy

May 25, 4:22PM

The FIFA World Cup trophy

Brazilian schoolboys wave flags and cheer in front of the statue to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro

May 22, 12:00AM

Brazilian schoolboys wave flags and cheer in front of the statue to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazil will host the 2014 World Cup. AFP

The image of the statue to Christ the Redeemer reflects on the sunglasses of a football fan in Rio de Janeiro

May 16, 12:00AM

The image of the statue to Christ the Redeemer reflects on the sunglasses of a football fan in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. AFP PHOTO

The FIFA world cup torphy is displayed during a press conference to announce the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

May 15, 12:00AM

View from the stands of the Maracana football stadium

May 13, 12:00AM

View from the stands of the Maracana football stadium and the field, where the organizers have placed two huge Brazilian national team in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. AFP PHOTO

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter announces Brazil as the host of the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Mar 12, 9:43AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter announces Brazil as the host of the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L) and FIFA representative Thierry Weil tour the 'Football Museum', after watching a video presentation about the city of Sao Paulo and its stadiums

Jan 30, 8:38PM

Dick Wiles, CEO of MATCH (L) and FIFA official representatives Thierry Weil (C) and Fulvio Danilas pose during press conference

Jan 30, 8:36PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva poses showing a pennant

Jan 29, 1:29PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:28PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:26PM

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (R) and FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter pose during a meeting at Planalto Palace in Brasilia

Jan 29, 1:24PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter waves after visiting the 'Football Museum', placed at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium, in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 10:11AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 10:10AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) besides Sao Paulo state Governor Jose Serra (C) and former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele

Jan 29, 10:09AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Jan 29, 9:25AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (2nd-L) visits the 'Football Museum' at the entrance of the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28, 2009. Accompany Blatter Sao Paulo's mayor Gilberto Kassab (L), Sao Paulo state governor Jose Serra (C), CBF president Ricardo Teixeira (2nd- R) and Football Museum CEO Leonel Kaz. Brazil will host the 2016 FIFA WC. AFP PHOTO/Nelson ALMEIDA

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (R) talks with former Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele (L) and Sao Paulo state governor Jose Serra (C)

Jan 29, 8:55AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter is seen next to Brazilian authorities in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28th 2009

Jan 28, 11:25PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter is seen next to Brazilian authorities in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on January 28th 2009.

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter laughs next to Brazilian Pele in Sao Paulo

Jan 28, 11:08PM

A Brazilian football fan waves a banner which reads in Portuguese "The 2014 Cup is ours"

Oct 31, 4:43AM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling ceremony for the 2014 World Cup host country

Oct 30, 4:52PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the official unveiling of the 2014 World Cup host country

Oct 30, 4:30PM

FIFA president Joseph S. Blatter shows the name of Brazil during the officially unveil as the 2014 World Cup hosts country

Oct 30, 4:05PM

The 900-paged candidature dossier is pictured during the submission of the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup bid

Jul 31, 2:12PM

The 900-paged candidature dossier is pictured during the submission of the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup bid

Jul 31, 2:06PM

Ricardo Teixeira hands over Brazil's bid to host the 2014 soccer World Cup to FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter

Jul 31, 1:49PM

Ricardo Teixeira (L) President of the Brazilian Football Association, CBF hands over Brazil's bid to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup to FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter in Zurich July 31, 2007.

The logo of Brazil's bid for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Jul 31, 1:20PM

The logo of Brazil's bid for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Brazil Handover of the bid for 2014

Jul 31, 12:22PM

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Blatter congratulates new Brazilian President

Nov 01, 3:54PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has written to Dilma Rousseff congratulating her on her election as President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

Brazil 2014: The preparations begin

Oct 21, 8:29AM

Accessibility a key aim for Brazil 2014

Sep 27, 7:27PM

The competition's Organising Committee and the Brazilian Paralympic Committee are working together to ensure accessibility for all at stadiums.

Press release on Sao Paulo stadiums

Aug 28, 11:52AM

Menezes rings Brazilian changes

Jul 28, 9:55AM

Mano Menezes picked 11 uncapped players in his first Brazil squad, and he has settled on a new formation as he targets success at the Copa America, Olympics and FIFA World Cup.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

Romario: My heart's divided

Jul 11, 8:42AM

The legendary Romario spoke to FIFA.com about the upcoming Final between two countries he played in, and his expectations for Brazil 2014.

Brazil 2014 taking shape

Jul 08, 10:52PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has already started to come into focus after Thursday's launch of the tournament's Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Journey to Brazil 2014 begins

Jul 08, 6:44PM

This evening at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, the Official Emblem for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ was unveiled.

Re-live the Brazil 2014 Emblem Launch

Jul 07, 6:04PM

The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil got underway on 8 July with the launch of the Official Emblem in Johannesburg.

Leonardo: I'm available for Brazil

Jul 06, 10:58PM

Leonardo has revealed that he has not spoken to the CBF about Brazil's vacant hot-seat but would discuss it should an approach be made.

Statement on Morumbi Stadium

Jun 16, 6:57PM

It has been decided that the Cicero Pompeu Toledo Stadium, commonly known as Morumbi, has been excluded from the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Last update on 2010 FIFA World Cup™ preparations on the agenda

Jun 01, 11:35AM

The FIFA Executive Committee will hold its second meeting of the year in Johannesburg on Sunday, 6 and Monday, 7 June 2010.

Marfrig CEO discusses FIFA World Cup sponsorship

May 26, 12:05PM

Marcos Antonio Molina dos Santos, the CEO of the Marfrig Group, has discussed the company's sponsorship of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Global food supplier Seara signs up as final FIFA World Cup Sponsor

Apr 14, 11:19AM

Global food supplier Seara, part of the Marfrig Group, has signed up as a sponsor of the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Brazilian telecommunications company becomes first World Cup sponsor for Brazil 2014

Mar 22, 4:58PM

FIFA is extremely proud to announce Brazil's largest telecommunications company, Oi, as the first World Cup sponsor for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Maracana to get facelift

Dec 17, 5:00PM

Rio's legendary Maracana Stadium is to get a $500 million dollar facelift for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, it was confirmed on Thursday.

Beckham eyes Brazil 2014

Dec 12, 4:34PM

England's David Beckham has revealed he would like to play at Brazil 2014, despite the fact that he will turn 39 just before the tournament kicks off.

New Portuguese channel and FIFA World Cup™ section for FIFA.com

Dec 01, 6:02AM

The Portuguese (Brazilian) version of FIFA.com was officially launched today (Tuesday, 1 December 2009), becoming the sixth language of the website.

Men's Olympic Football Tournaments and 2009 and 2010 FIFA competitions on the agenda

Sep 22, 3:53PM

The FIFA Executive Committee will convene in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 29 September 2009 for its third meeting of the year.

Brazil gets its party started

Jun 02, 7:09PM

There were plenty of fireworks and music as the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup celebrated their selection with typical colour.

Brazil 2014 host cities confirmed

May 31, 10:40PM

Meeting in Nassau (Bahamas), the FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by Joseph S. Blatter, confirmed the 12 Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

Brazil 2014 venues unveiled

May 31, 7:46PM

The 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil were officially unveiled after the FIFA Ex-Co meeting in Nassau, Bahamas on Sunday 31 May.

2014 FIFA World Cup Host City designation on the agenda

May 25, 4:24PM

The FIFA Executive Committee, chaired by President Joseph S. Blatter, will convene in Nassau (Bahamas) on Saturday and Sunday, 30-31 May 2009.

Meet the Candidate Cities

Mar 19, 8:54AM

Seventeen cities are in competing to host matches at Brazil 2014. FIFA.com is here to tell you about their histories, attractions and football.

Host Cities for Brazil 2014 to be announced in May

Mar 12, 10:02AM

The selection of the 12 host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be made at the FIFA Executive Committee meeting taking place at the end of May.

Blatter meets Brazilian President

Jan 29, 8:44PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has continued his visit to South America with a trip to Brasilia to meet Brazil's President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

FIFA and Panini kick-off new agreement

Jan 29, 2:05PM

FIFA and Panini [the world's largest publisher of collectibles] have today signed a joint agreement for the next six years.

Palmeiras to double stadium capacity

Jul 02, 9:56PM

Palmeiras have announced plans to double the capacity of the Estadio Palestra Italia to 60,000 in a bid to stage matches at Brazil 2014.

Celebration time in Brazil

Oct 31, 12:33PM

Who would have thought it? On the birthday of Argentinian legend Diego Maradona, the biggest celebrations were to be found in Brazil.

Worthy Brazil rejoices over prize

Oct 31, 12:27PM

Five world titles, a galaxy of stars and a burning desire to erase the memory of Maracanazo - Brazilians have good cause for celebration.

A victory for football

Oct 31, 9:39AM

Following the announcement that Brazil will host the 2014 FIFA Word Cup, President Lula, Romario and Dunga have spoken of a victory for football.

Brazil confirmed as 2014 hosts

Oct 30, 5:28PM

Brazil have this afternoon been confirmed as the Host Nation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup by FIFA's Executive Committee in Zurich.

Decision time draws near

Oct 24, 4:03PM

On Tuesday at FIFA House in Zurich, the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) will present its application to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R) of US national football team sprint during training session at Eersterust Stadium on June 22, 2010 in Eersterust east of Pretoria, South Africa.

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Spanish national football team players celebrate during the Spanish team's victory parade following their victory in the 2010 FIFA World Cup on July 12, 2010 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team as it embarked on a seven-kilometre boat parade down the canals of Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP / ROBIN UTRECHT netherlands out - belgium out

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team as it embarked on a seven-kilometre boat parade down the canals of Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010 after being finalist of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final held in South Africa. AFP PHOTO / ANP / ROBIN UTRECHT netherlands out - belgium out

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

TOPSHOTS Spain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory ceremony in Madrid on July 12, 2010 a day after they won the 2010 FIFA football World Cup match against the Netherlands in Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO / MIGUEL RIOPA

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010, as the Dutch team reached the finals of the 2010 FIFA World Cup on July 11, 2010. Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheered on the defeated Dutch football team as it embarked on a seven-kilometre boat parade down the canals of Amsterdam. AFP PHOTO JOHN THYS

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after losing the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final to Spain in extra time on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. Spain won the match 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / JEWEL SAMAD

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane before their arrival at Barajas' airport on July 12, 2010 in Madrid, a day after winning the World Cup for the first time 1-0 against Holland. Over one million fans are expected to line the streets of Madrid to watch as the Spanish squad parades through main streets on a open top bus. AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 12: Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media during a FIFA 2010 Wolrd Cup wrap-up press conference on July 12, 2010 in Sandton, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie Squire - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 12: Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media alongside Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, and Danny Jordaan, OC CEO during a FIFA 2010 Wolrd Cup wrap-up press conference on July 12, 2010 in Sandton, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie Squire - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport on July 12, 2010 in Madrid, a day after winning the World Cup for the first time 1-0 against Holland. Over one million fans are expected to line the streets of Madrid to watch as the Spanish squad parades through main streets on a open top bus. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport on July 12, 2010 in Madrid, a day after winning the World Cup for the first time 1-0 against Holland. Over one million fans are expected to line the streets of Madrid to watch as the Spanish squad parades through main streets on a open top bus. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium in Oberhausen, western Germany, on July 12, 2010, one day after Spain won the competition. The eight-legged oracle has become a World Cup sensation by correctly forecasting all seven Germany games in South Africa and he finished the tournament in style by predicting a Spanish victory over the Netherlandsd in Sunday's final. AFP PHOTO ROLAND WEIHRAUCH GERMANY OUT

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium in Oberhausen, western Germany, on July 12, 2010, one day after Spain won the competition. The eight-legged oracle has become a World Cup sensation by correctly forecasting all seven Germany games in South Africa and he finished the tournament in style by predicting a Spanish victory over the Netherlandsd in Sunday's final. AFP PHOTO ROLAND WEIHRAUCH GERMANY OUT

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate after the World Cup final match Netherlands against Spain on July 11, 2010 in Nice, southeastern France. Spain won 1-0. Andres Iniesta secured the World Cup for Spain for the first time in their history by scoring the only goal of an enthralling final against the Netherlands four minutes from the end of extra-time in Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO VALERY HACHE

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning the World Cup during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Quin Rooney - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives with the team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate winning the World Cup during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jeff Mitchell - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Hewitt - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning the World Cup after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Hewitt - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates after defeat in the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive with the team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main on July 12, 2010, after they came back from the Fifa World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The German team placed third after beating Uruguay in the small final. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL ROLAND

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain (L) celebrates in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: (L-R) Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE: MINIMUM USAGE FEE APPLIES - 500 GBP, PER IMAGE, OR LOCAL EQUIVALENT) Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: (L-R) Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate winning the World Cup during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts as Iker Casillas of Spain saves a shot during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: (L-R) Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010. Spain won the match 1-0 in extra time to take home the World Cup title. AFP PHOTO / Monirul Bhuiyan

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Quin Rooney - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie Squire - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy during the award ceremony following the 2010 FIFA football World Cup between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. Spain won 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE AFP PHOTO / JAVIER SORIANO

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost the final match in the 2010 South Africa World Cup against Spain. Andres Iniesta secured the World Cup for Spain for the first time in their history by scoring the only goal of an enthralling final against the Netherlands four minutes from the end of extra-time. AFP PHOTO / ANP / VALERIE KUYPERS ***netherlands out - belgium out***

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players as they prepare for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate victory at the final whistle during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain players celebrate victory at the final whistle during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory at the final whistle during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Supporters of the Spanish celebrate after the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. Spain won the World Cup for the first time, Andres Iniesta netting in extra-time to see off Holland 1-0 in Johannesburg and hand the Dutch their third final loss. AFP PHOTO / DOMINIQUE FAGET

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates at the final whistle after the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate winning the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / JEWEL SAMAD

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony following the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PEDRO UGARTE

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring the first goal during the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / CHRISTOPHE SIMON

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Hewitt - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands challenge Xavi Hernandez of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands defend during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Hewitt - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Hewitt - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie Squire - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch in pain after a collision during the 2010 football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie Squire - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Wesley Sneijder

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / Monirul Bhuiyan

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball during the 2010 football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Fernando Torres

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Pedro Rodriguez; Nigel De Jong

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The World Cup trophy is seen before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Robin Van Persie

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Bert van Marwijk

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after team mate Xabi Alonso, who lies injured, after being kicked in the chest by Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Howard Webb; Sergio Busquets; Xabi Alonso; Nigel De Jong

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol (down, front) as Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie (back) eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PEDRO UGARTE

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Joan Capdevila (L) and Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Joan Capdevila; Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands as Carles Puyol of Spain falls to the ground during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Iker Casillas; Robin Van Persie; Carles Puyol

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg on July 11, 2010. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against The Netherlands at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg on July 11, 2010. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / JEWEL SAMAD

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Spain's defender Carles Puyol (in front of him) during the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PEDRO UGARTE

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Paul Gilham - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain after being tackled by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie (unseen) during the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie during the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PEDRO UGARTE

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands, who is booked for the challenge during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Joan Capdevila

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg (top C) dives to make a save from a shot by Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (bottom R-on ground) during the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain watches before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by children onto the pitch past the World Cup trophy prior to the start of 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Robin Van Persie; Sergio Busquets

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta during the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Netherlands team line up ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) defends and Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg (L) eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg.

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup football final at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg on July 11, 2010. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / CHRISTOPHE SIMON

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The teams enter the field before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The FIFA flag is carried onto the field before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Ryan Pierse - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Dutch flag is carried onto the field before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Bert van Marwijk

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen (R), attends the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy on the pitch before the 2010 World Cup football final between The Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg on July 11, 2010. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / ROBERTO SCHMIDT

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team walks down the tunnel before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PEDRO UGARTE

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherlands versus Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, a suburb of Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup football final Netherlands vs. Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / THOMAS COEX

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherlands versus Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, a suburb of Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg ahead of the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / Monirul Bhuiyan

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel during the closing ceremony before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jeff Mitchell - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

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This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

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Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup before the final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

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A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament as he poses outside Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg ahead of the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / PABALLO THEKISO

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

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A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup before the final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

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Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the of 2010 Football World Cup final match between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 in Soweto, outside Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO / PABALLO THEKISO

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

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Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the of 2010 Football World Cup final match between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 in Soweto, outside Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO / PABALLO THEKISO

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

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Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

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Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the of 2010 Football World Cup final match between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 in Soweto, outside Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO / PABALLO THEKISO

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

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A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A general view of the Spanish dressing room ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A general view of the Spain dressing room ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is seen before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The shirts of the Netherlands are seen before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Alex Livesey - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

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Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

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The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

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The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

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Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

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TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

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Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

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Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

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An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

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An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

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An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

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Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

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Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

Jul 11, 7:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:06PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

Jul 11, 7:04PM

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

Jul 11, 7:01PM

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 6:57PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:50PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

Jul 11, 6:48PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

Jul 11, 6:45PM

Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:42PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

Jul 11, 6:36PM

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

Jul 11, 7:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:06PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

Jul 11, 7:04PM

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

Jul 11, 7:01PM

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 6:57PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:50PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

Jul 11, 6:48PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

Jul 11, 6:45PM

Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:42PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

Jul 11, 6:36PM

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

Jul 11, 7:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:06PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

Jul 11, 7:04PM

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

Jul 11, 7:01PM

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 6:57PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:50PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

Jul 11, 6:48PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

Jul 11, 6:45PM

Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:42PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

Jul 11, 6:36PM

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

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FIFA World Cup™ Review (12 July)

Jul 12, 5:33PM

See the story of South Africa 2010™ unfold as we reflect on the tournament highlights.

Best celebrations of South Africa 2010

Jul 12, 5:19PM

Some where rehearsed, some were spontaneous, and we look back at some of the pure joy generated by goals.

Best saves of South Africa 2010™

Jul 12, 3:39PM

We salute the goalkeepers who made superb stops during the FIFA World Cup™.

Iker Casillas - adidas Golden Glove

Jul 12, 1:11AM

Diego Forlan - adidas Golden Ball

Jul 12, 12:58AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Netherlands 0:1 a.e.t. Spain

Jul 11, 11:32PM

Match 64 - Final
Johannesburg, Soccer City Stadium
Sunday 11 July 2010

Hyundai Best Young Player Award Winner- Thomas MULLER (GER)

Jul 11, 10:23PM

Hyundai Best Young Player Award - Thomas MULLER (GER)

Sunday's FIFA World Cup Report (11 July)

Jul 11, 12:35AM

Germany snatch third place from Uruguay, while we preview the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final between the Netherlands and Spain.

URU 2:3 GER

Jul 10, 10:59PM

Match 63
Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth - Port Elizabeth Stadium
10 July 2010

Shakira exclusive interview

Jul 10, 5:24PM

FIFA.com talks to 'Waka Waka' singing sensation Shakira about her thoughts on the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

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Uruguay inspired by survivor's tale

Nov 04, 1:09PM

FIFA.com reports on how La Celeste's stirring run to the semi-finals at South Africa 2010 owed a debt to the motivational work of a celebrated air-crash survivor.

Paul the 'psychic' octopus dies

Oct 26, 12:08PM

FIFA World Cup sensation Paul the octopus, who predicted the correct outcome of eight tournament matches, has died his aquarium in Germany announced today.

Valcke: South Africa set a new benchmark

Sep 23, 5:19PM

FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke was among the speakers at a media conference which followed the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee board meeting in Johannesburg today.

South Africa's FIFA World Cup – a success at home and abroad

Sep 23, 8:59AM

A number of post-FIFA World Cup surveys carried out by FIFA have proven that both South Africans and visitors to the country consider the tournament an overwhelming success.

Presidential letters stress legacy

Jul 26, 4:48PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Jacob Zuma, the President of the Republic of South Africa, have highlighted the FIFA World Cup's positive impact in a warm exchange of letters.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa 2010's unlikeliest star

Jul 20, 8:41AM

Never out of the news, Paul the octopus held the FIFA World Cup's only 100 per cent record and has become one of the tournament's most sought-after stars.

Domingo: Proud to be Spanish

Jul 19, 10:35AM

Amid the feverish post-match celebrations of Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands, world famous operatic tenor Placido Domingo made time for an exclusive chat with FIFA.com.

Non-stop action in South America

Jul 15, 3:05PM

South American football has resumed business, with the countdown to Brazil 2014 already under way and plenty of activity on the domestic and international scenes.

The Old Continent gears up

Jul 15, 10:44AM

FIFA.com takes a look at the European continent, as many countries count down to the start of their new seasons and international coaches look to wipe the slate clean.

Beckham: I don't want to manage

Jul 14, 6:25PM

David Beckham has revealed he has no ambition of becoming a manager. The 35-year-old has also discussed his recovery from injury and England's failure in South Africa.

The FIFA World Cup in pictures and videos

Jul 14, 4:18PM

What better way to relive the 2010 FIFA World Cup thank to take a few moments flicking through our hundreds of exclusive photos and videos from the month-long tournament?

South Africa 2010: The Interviews

Jul 14, 12:02PM

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, some of the tournament's biggest names spoke to FIFA.com. Here, we look back at a selection of what they had to say.

Iniesta: I never lost faith

Jul 13, 7:41PM

Andres Iniesta spoke at a press conference on Tuesday where he talked about how it felt to score the goal that made him a national hero.

Defeated Dutch honoured at home

Jul 13, 6:59PM

Disappointment turned to celebration in Amsterdam on Tuesday as some 500,000 Dutch fans turned out to honour the FIFA World Cup runners-up.

Missed chance haunts Robben

Jul 13, 3:55PM

Netherlands forward Arjen Robben has admitted he is being haunted by thoughts of his 2010 FIFA World Cup Final™ miss.

FIFA.com attracts over a quarter of a billion visits as the world engages online with the 2010 FIFA World Cup™

Jul 13, 3:28PM

Multimedia platforms proved central to fans' enjoyment of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ as FIFA successfully delivered a range of complementary digital experiences to football enthusiasts around the world.

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

South Africa 2010 in numbers

Jul 13, 11:36AM

FIFA.com takes a look through the statistics that matter, including records broken and top performers, in our look back at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Liverpool play down Torres injury

Jul 13, 10:21AM

Liverpool are hopeful that the groin injury suffered by Spanish striker Fernando Torres in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final is not as serious as was first feared.

Herbert to remain in New Zealand

Jul 13, 9:01AM

Ricki Herbert has turned his back on lucrative club offers from Europe, Asia and Africa to extend his contract with the Wellington Phoenix until the end of the 2012/13 A-League season.

A tournament of firsts

Jul 13, 3:13AM

South Africa 2010 was bursting with unprecedented events in a whole range of areas, from team results to player landmarks. FIFA.com now takes you through a full list of firsts.

Spain greets World Cup heroes

Jul 13, 2:33AM

Spain's FIFA World Cup winners enjoyed a heroes' reception as jubilant supporters took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home the team.

Adams: Better than 2006!

Jul 12, 6:50PM

Bryan Adams has told FIFA.com that his experience in Soccer City for the Final between Spain and the Netherlands was a more enjoyable experience than the Italy-France encounter four years ago.

Pride for Africa as Spain strike gold

Jul 12, 5:16PM

The 19th FIFA World Cup ended with a first triumph for Spain but the host nation had equal reason to celebrate. FIFA.com reviews South Africa 2010.

Fun and frolics in the dressing room

Jul 12, 4:55PM

FIFA.com had special behind-the-scenes access in the Spain dressing room after their 1-0 win over the Netherlands which secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup™. Find out what happened.

Global praise for Spanish champions

Jul 12, 4:41PM

Spain earned respect and praise from the global media on Monday after winning their first FIFA World Cup™ with a victory over the Netherlands in South Africa.

Muller: Award win is incredible

Jul 12, 4:17PM

Germany's Thomas Muller admits he never believed he would win the adidas Golden Boot before the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ began.

Forlan proves his class on greatest stage

Jul 12, 3:54PM

South Africa 2010 has seen Uruguay striker Diego Forlan prove doubters in England wrong after his disappointing stint at Manchester United several years ago.

South Africa wins hearts

Jul 12, 3:49PM

After quieting all of the naysayers, South Africa is ready to use the 2010 FIFA World Cup as a springboard to even greater achievement in the future.

Hard work pays off for Spain

Jul 12, 3:27PM

Spain rewrote their FIFA World Cup history in South Africa, putting past disappointments behind them to claim the crown. FIFA.com reviews their winning campaign.

Dutch 'still proud' despite the pain

Jul 12, 2:06PM

FIFA World Cup runners-up Netherlands will receive the acclaim of their countrymen on a canal tour of Amsterdam on Tuesday and they have every reason to feel proud.

Blatter: Mandela's dream realised

Jul 12, 2:02PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has praised South Africa, it's people and former President Nelson Mandela at the post-FIFA World Cup™ press conference at the Sandton Convention Centre.

'Crowning glory' for Spain's dazzling generation

Jul 12, 11:27AM

Spanish newspapers on Monday hailed the country's victory in the FIFA World Cup™ as the crowning glory for a nation which has developed an insatiable appetite for sporting success.

Ramos crowned as La Roja conquer

Jul 12, 11:05AM

Sergio Ramos has topped the Castrol Index at the end of a FIFA World Cup in which Spain's outstanding defence provided the foundation for a first-ever world title.

Dutch press sad but proud after defeat

Jul 12, 11:01AM

The Dutch press expressed disappointment and sadness on Monday after the Netherlands' 1-0 FIFA World Cup Final loss to Spain, but paid tribute to the national team that fought "like lions".

Relive Monday's press conference

Jul 12, 10:45AM

The post-2010 FIFA World Cup™ media conference was broadcast on Monday 12 July on FIFA.com, and you can watch it again here.

South African press hails 'coming of age'

Jul 12, 10:38AM

The South African media said the country has to build on the success and unity inspired by the FIFA World Cup™ to tackle pressing social challenges.

South Africa 2010: 32 teams, 32 stories

Jul 12, 10:13AM

Join FIFA.com as we take a look back at all of the 32 sides that contributed to the football extravaganza that was South Africa 2010.

Casillas: It hasn't sunk in

Jul 12, 9:58AM

Spain captain Iker Casillas concedes it will take time for him and his team-mates to realise the magnitude of their FIFA World Cup victory after they beat the Netherlands 1-0 at Soccer City.

Fabregas and Del Bosque in dreamland

Jul 12, 6:38AM

Cesc Fabregas, Andres Iniesta and coach Vicente Del Bosque have expressed their delight at Spain's maiden FIFA World Cup triumph.

Xavi hails Spanish dream come true

Jul 12, 1:52AM

Spain midfielder Xavi described his country's FIFA World Cup™ victory as a dream come true following their 1-0 defeat of the Netherlands at Soccer City.

Roja, Oranje provide numbers aplenty

Jul 12, 1:07AM

Spain's run of 1-0 victories, a long wait for an extra-time goal ending, and European teams' success in their maiden Final all feature in this statistical review.

Dream celebrated, nightmare lamented

Jul 12, 12:46AM

Spanish media hailed their team's triumph over the Netherlands as a "dream come true", while their Dutch counterparts lamented another chapter in their "football trauma".

Forlan: A reward for Uruguayan football

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Just minutes after learning of his award, the adidas Golden Ball winner for the 2010 FIFA World Cup granted an exclusive interview to FIFA.com.

'Psychic' octopus seals perfect record

Jul 12, 12:41AM

Paul the "psychic" octopus finished the FIFA World Cup™ with a flawless record as Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands left him with eight perfect predictions.

Prize confirms Forlan's rise

Jul 12, 12:39AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Oranje face up to bitter defeat

Jul 12, 12:38AM

The Netherlands' 14-match winning streak came to an end in heartbreaking fashion in Soccer City, leaving Bert van Marwijk's men to reflect on what might have been.

Iniesta revels in 'incredible' triumph

Jul 12, 12:20AM

Spain hero Andres Iniesta hailed "an incredible feeling" after his goal secured his country the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.

Casillas dons the Golden Glove

Jul 12, 12:19AM

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas proved he is at the peak of his powers in South Africa, deservedly picking up the adidas Golden Glove as well as the FIFA World Cup.

A World Cup to remember

Jul 12, 12:09AM

As the final whistle blows on Africa's first FIFA World Cup, fans reflect on what they will take away from the historic tournament.

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

Jul 11, 7:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:06PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

Jul 11, 7:04PM

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

Jul 11, 7:01PM

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 6:57PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:50PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

Jul 11, 6:48PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

Jul 11, 6:45PM

Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:42PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

Jul 11, 6:36PM

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

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Paul the 'psychic' octopus dies

Oct 26, 12:08PM

FIFA World Cup sensation Paul the octopus, who predicted the correct outcome of eight tournament matches, has died his aquarium in Germany announced today.

Valcke: South Africa set a new benchmark

Sep 23, 5:19PM

FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke was among the speakers at a media conference which followed the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee board meeting in Johannesburg today.

South Africa's FIFA World Cup – a success at home and abroad

Sep 23, 8:59AM

A number of post-FIFA World Cup surveys carried out by FIFA have proven that both South Africans and visitors to the country consider the tournament an overwhelming success.

Presidential letters stress legacy

Jul 26, 4:48PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Jacob Zuma, the President of the Republic of South Africa, have highlighted the FIFA World Cup's positive impact in a warm exchange of letters.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa 2010's unlikeliest star

Jul 20, 8:41AM

Never out of the news, Paul the octopus held the FIFA World Cup's only 100 per cent record and has become one of the tournament's most sought-after stars.

Domingo: Proud to be Spanish

Jul 19, 10:35AM

Amid the feverish post-match celebrations of Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands, world famous operatic tenor Placido Domingo made time for an exclusive chat with FIFA.com.

Non-stop action in South America

Jul 15, 3:05PM

South American football has resumed business, with the countdown to Brazil 2014 already under way and plenty of activity on the domestic and international scenes.

The Old Continent gears up

Jul 15, 10:44AM

FIFA.com takes a look at the European continent, as many countries count down to the start of their new seasons and international coaches look to wipe the slate clean.

Beckham: I don't want to manage

Jul 14, 6:25PM

David Beckham has revealed he has no ambition of becoming a manager. The 35-year-old has also discussed his recovery from injury and England's failure in South Africa.

The FIFA World Cup in pictures and videos

Jul 14, 4:18PM

What better way to relive the 2010 FIFA World Cup thank to take a few moments flicking through our hundreds of exclusive photos and videos from the month-long tournament?

South Africa 2010: The Interviews

Jul 14, 12:02PM

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, some of the tournament's biggest names spoke to FIFA.com. Here, we look back at a selection of what they had to say.

Iniesta: I never lost faith

Jul 13, 7:41PM

Andres Iniesta spoke at a press conference on Tuesday where he talked about how it felt to score the goal that made him a national hero.

Defeated Dutch honoured at home

Jul 13, 6:59PM

Disappointment turned to celebration in Amsterdam on Tuesday as some 500,000 Dutch fans turned out to honour the FIFA World Cup runners-up.

Missed chance haunts Robben

Jul 13, 3:55PM

Netherlands forward Arjen Robben has admitted he is being haunted by thoughts of his 2010 FIFA World Cup Final™ miss.

FIFA.com attracts over a quarter of a billion visits as the world engages online with the 2010 FIFA World Cup™

Jul 13, 3:28PM

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

South Africa 2010 in numbers

Jul 13, 11:36AM

FIFA.com takes a look through the statistics that matter, including records broken and top performers, in our look back at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Liverpool play down Torres injury

Jul 13, 10:21AM

Liverpool are hopeful that the groin injury suffered by Spanish striker Fernando Torres in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final is not as serious as was first feared.

Herbert to remain in New Zealand

Jul 13, 9:01AM

Ricki Herbert has turned his back on lucrative club offers from Europe, Asia and Africa to extend his contract with the Wellington Phoenix until the end of the 2012/13 A-League season.

A tournament of firsts

Jul 13, 3:13AM

South Africa 2010 was bursting with unprecedented events in a whole range of areas, from team results to player landmarks. FIFA.com now takes you through a full list of firsts.

Spain greets World Cup heroes

Jul 13, 2:33AM

Spain's FIFA World Cup winners enjoyed a heroes' reception as jubilant supporters took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home the team.

Adams: Better than 2006!

Jul 12, 6:50PM

Bryan Adams has told FIFA.com that his experience in Soccer City for the Final between Spain and the Netherlands was a more enjoyable experience than the Italy-France encounter four years ago.

Pride for Africa as Spain strike gold

Jul 12, 5:16PM

The 19th FIFA World Cup ended with a first triumph for Spain but the host nation had equal reason to celebrate. FIFA.com reviews South Africa 2010.

Fun and frolics in the dressing room

Jul 12, 4:55PM

FIFA.com had special behind-the-scenes access in the Spain dressing room after their 1-0 win over the Netherlands which secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup™. Find out what happened.

Global praise for Spanish champions

Jul 12, 4:41PM

Spain earned respect and praise from the global media on Monday after winning their first FIFA World Cup™ with a victory over the Netherlands in South Africa.

Muller: Award win is incredible

Jul 12, 4:17PM

Germany's Thomas Muller admits he never believed he would win the adidas Golden Boot before the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ began.

Forlan proves his class on greatest stage

Jul 12, 3:54PM

South Africa 2010 has seen Uruguay striker Diego Forlan prove doubters in England wrong after his disappointing stint at Manchester United several years ago.

South Africa wins hearts

Jul 12, 3:49PM

After quieting all of the naysayers, South Africa is ready to use the 2010 FIFA World Cup as a springboard to even greater achievement in the future.

Hard work pays off for Spain

Jul 12, 3:27PM

Spain rewrote their FIFA World Cup history in South Africa, putting past disappointments behind them to claim the crown. FIFA.com reviews their winning campaign.

Dutch 'still proud' despite the pain

Jul 12, 2:06PM

FIFA World Cup runners-up Netherlands will receive the acclaim of their countrymen on a canal tour of Amsterdam on Tuesday and they have every reason to feel proud.

Blatter: Mandela's dream realised

Jul 12, 2:02PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has praised South Africa, it's people and former President Nelson Mandela at the post-FIFA World Cup™ press conference at the Sandton Convention Centre.

'Crowning glory' for Spain's dazzling generation

Jul 12, 11:27AM

Spanish newspapers on Monday hailed the country's victory in the FIFA World Cup™ as the crowning glory for a nation which has developed an insatiable appetite for sporting success.

Ramos crowned as La Roja conquer

Jul 12, 11:05AM

Sergio Ramos has topped the Castrol Index at the end of a FIFA World Cup in which Spain's outstanding defence provided the foundation for a first-ever world title.

Dutch press sad but proud after defeat

Jul 12, 11:01AM

The Dutch press expressed disappointment and sadness on Monday after the Netherlands' 1-0 FIFA World Cup Final loss to Spain, but paid tribute to the national team that fought "like lions".

Relive Monday's press conference

Jul 12, 10:45AM

The post-2010 FIFA World Cup™ media conference was broadcast on Monday 12 July on FIFA.com, and you can watch it again here.

South African press hails 'coming of age'

Jul 12, 10:38AM

The South African media said the country has to build on the success and unity inspired by the FIFA World Cup™ to tackle pressing social challenges.

South Africa 2010: 32 teams, 32 stories

Jul 12, 10:13AM

Join FIFA.com as we take a look back at all of the 32 sides that contributed to the football extravaganza that was South Africa 2010.

Casillas: It hasn't sunk in

Jul 12, 9:58AM

Spain captain Iker Casillas concedes it will take time for him and his team-mates to realise the magnitude of their FIFA World Cup victory after they beat the Netherlands 1-0 at Soccer City.

Fabregas and Del Bosque in dreamland

Jul 12, 6:38AM

Cesc Fabregas, Andres Iniesta and coach Vicente Del Bosque have expressed their delight at Spain's maiden FIFA World Cup triumph.

Xavi hails Spanish dream come true

Jul 12, 1:52AM

Spain midfielder Xavi described his country's FIFA World Cup™ victory as a dream come true following their 1-0 defeat of the Netherlands at Soccer City.

Roja, Oranje provide numbers aplenty

Jul 12, 1:07AM

Spain's run of 1-0 victories, a long wait for an extra-time goal ending, and European teams' success in their maiden Final all feature in this statistical review.

Dream celebrated, nightmare lamented

Jul 12, 12:46AM

Spanish media hailed their team's triumph over the Netherlands as a "dream come true", while their Dutch counterparts lamented another chapter in their "football trauma".

Forlan: A reward for Uruguayan football

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Just minutes after learning of his award, the adidas Golden Ball winner for the 2010 FIFA World Cup granted an exclusive interview to FIFA.com.

'Psychic' octopus seals perfect record

Jul 12, 12:41AM

Paul the "psychic" octopus finished the FIFA World Cup™ with a flawless record as Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands left him with eight perfect predictions.

Prize confirms Forlan's rise

Jul 12, 12:39AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Oranje face up to bitter defeat

Jul 12, 12:38AM

The Netherlands' 14-match winning streak came to an end in heartbreaking fashion in Soccer City, leaving Bert van Marwijk's men to reflect on what might have been.

Iniesta revels in 'incredible' triumph

Jul 12, 12:20AM

Spain hero Andres Iniesta hailed "an incredible feeling" after his goal secured his country the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.

Casillas dons the Golden Glove

Jul 12, 12:19AM

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas proved he is at the peak of his powers in South Africa, deservedly picking up the adidas Golden Glove as well as the FIFA World Cup.

A World Cup to remember

Jul 12, 12:09AM

As the final whistle blows on Africa's first FIFA World Cup, fans reflect on what they will take away from the historic tournament.

Van Bronckhorst bows out after defeat

Jul 12, 12:03AM

There was bitter disppointment for Dutch captain Giovanni van Bronckhorst as he ended his 14-year Oranje career after the 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup final.

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenges Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 7:57PM

Referee Howard Webb shows Carles Puyol of Spain a yellow card

Jul 11, 7:56PM

Injured Joan Capdevila of Spain after he is tackled by Robin Van Persie

Jul 11, 7:52PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:51PM

Netherlands' goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg dives to make a save

Jul 11, 7:50PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 7:49PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands battle

Jul 11, 7:48PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Match referees (L) and players from the Netherlands (bottom R) and Spain (C) are escorted by childre

Jul 11, 7:47PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands tackles Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (R) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta

Jul 11, 7:46PM

The Netherlands team line up

Jul 11, 7:46PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:44PM

Spain's defender Gerard Pique (C) tries for a chance on goal as Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt (R) d

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Spain's striker David Villa eyes the ball during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:43PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 7:42PM

Spain's defender Sergio Ramos (L) and Netherlands' striker Dirk Kuyt vie during the 2010 World Cup f

Jul 11, 7:41PM

Captain of the 2006 FIFA World Cup winning team Fabio Cannavaro presents the World Cup on the pitch ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:40PM

The teams enter the field

Jul 11, 7:40PM

A general view of the stadium as the teams line up for the national anthems prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Netherlands' coach Bert Van Marwijk is pictured at the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 7:39PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:38PM

The FIFA flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:37PM

The FIFA Fair Play flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:36PM

A general view before the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 7:35PM

The Dutch flag is carried onto the field

Jul 11, 7:34PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands looks thoughtful

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:33PM

The captain of the Italian national football team which won the 2006 World Cup, Fabio Cannavaro (L), opens the case containing the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Jul 11, 7:33PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:30PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:29PM

Girlfriend of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands, Yolanthe Cabau van Kasbergen

Jul 11, 7:27PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands jogs onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:26PM

Fabio Cannavaro of Italy presents the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 7:24PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands walks onto the pitch

Jul 11, 7:23PM

Sylvie Van der Vaart, wife of Rafael Van der Vaart of the Netherlands enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 7:22PM

Netherlands and Spain players shake hands in the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:20PM

Dutch supporters cheer prior to the 2010 FIFA football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.

Jul 11, 7:19PM

The Spain team walks down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:18PM

The Netherlands team walk down the tunnel

Jul 11, 7:17PM

A football fan holds up a sign prior to the start of the 2010 World Cup final football match Netherl

Jul 11, 7:16PM

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela waves as he arrives to attend the 2010 World Cup foot

Jul 11, 7:14PM

Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel smile and wave to the crowd

Jul 11, 7:14PM

A Netherlands fan holds up a mock World Cup trophy prior to the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 7:11PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:11PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburba

Jul 11, 7:09PM

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (L) waves next to his wife Graca Machel

Jul 11, 7:08PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter (L) shakes hands with former South African President Nelson Mandela

Jul 11, 7:06PM

This lights from the closing ceremony performance light up Soccer City stadium in Soweto.

Jul 11, 7:06PM

Puppets representing elephants parade during the closing ceremony of the 2010 Football World Cup bef

Jul 11, 7:04PM

A supporter of the Netherlands holds up a sign thanking the host country for holding the tournament

Jul 11, 7:01PM

A general view taken from the stands during the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 6:57PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:50PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer with a mock trophy oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before kick off.

Jul 11, 6:48PM

Supporters of the Netherlands cheer oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off the

Jul 11, 6:45PM

Supporters of the Netherlands arrive oustide Soccer City Stadium a few hours before the kick-off.

Jul 11, 6:42PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands watches the closing ceremony

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A fan for Spain (L) and for Netherlands await the start of the 2010 World Cup football final between Spain and Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:38PM

A general view of the Spanish dressing room

Jul 11, 6:36PM

A general view of the Spain dressing room

Jul 11, 6:34PM

The shirt of Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:33PM

The shirts of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 6:31PM

Oct 26 - New 'FIFA.com - 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ - Latest Videos' feed email from feed2email.net

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FIFA World Cup™ Review (12 July)

Jul 12, 5:33PM

See the story of South Africa 2010™ unfold as we reflect on the tournament highlights.

Best celebrations of South Africa 2010

Jul 12, 5:19PM

Some where rehearsed, some were spontaneous, and we look back at some of the pure joy generated by goals.

Best saves of South Africa 2010™

Jul 12, 3:39PM

We salute the goalkeepers who made superb stops during the FIFA World Cup™.

Iker Casillas - adidas Golden Glove

Jul 12, 1:11AM

Diego Forlan - adidas Golden Ball

Jul 12, 12:58AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Netherlands 0:1 a.e.t. Spain

Jul 11, 11:32PM

Match 64 - Final
Johannesburg, Soccer City Stadium
Sunday 11 July 2010

Hyundai Best Young Player Award Winner- Thomas MULLER (GER)

Jul 11, 10:23PM

Hyundai Best Young Player Award - Thomas MULLER (GER)

Sunday's FIFA World Cup Report (11 July)

Jul 11, 12:35AM

Germany snatch third place from Uruguay, while we preview the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final between the Netherlands and Spain.

URU 2:3 GER

Jul 10, 10:59PM

Match 63
Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth - Port Elizabeth Stadium
10 July 2010

Shakira exclusive interview

Jul 10, 5:24PM

FIFA.com talks to 'Waka Waka' singing sensation Shakira about her thoughts on the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

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Valcke: South Africa set a new benchmark

Sep 23, 5:19PM

FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke was among the speakers at a media conference which followed the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee board meeting in Johannesburg today.

South Africa's FIFA World Cup – a success at home and abroad

Sep 23, 8:59AM

A number of post-FIFA World Cup surveys carried out by FIFA have proven that both South Africans and visitors to the country consider the tournament an overwhelming success.

Presidential letters stress legacy

Jul 26, 4:48PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Jacob Zuma, the President of the Republic of South Africa, have highlighted the FIFA World Cup's positive impact in a warm exchange of letters.

Ten to watch for 2014

Jul 23, 10:52AM

FIFA.com takes a closer look at some of the hottest young properties unearthed at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

South Africa 2010's unlikeliest star

Jul 20, 8:41AM

Never out of the news, Paul the octopus held the FIFA World Cup's only 100 per cent record and has become one of the tournament's most sought-after stars.

Domingo: Proud to be Spanish

Jul 19, 10:35AM

Amid the feverish post-match celebrations of Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands, world famous operatic tenor Placido Domingo made time for an exclusive chat with FIFA.com.

Non-stop action in South America

Jul 15, 3:05PM

South American football has resumed business, with the countdown to Brazil 2014 already under way and plenty of activity on the domestic and international scenes.

The Old Continent gears up

Jul 15, 10:44AM

FIFA.com takes a look at the European continent, as many countries count down to the start of their new seasons and international coaches look to wipe the slate clean.

Beckham: I don't want to manage

Jul 14, 6:25PM

David Beckham has revealed he has no ambition of becoming a manager. The 35-year-old has also discussed his recovery from injury and England's failure in South Africa.

The FIFA World Cup in pictures and videos

Jul 14, 4:18PM

What better way to relive the 2010 FIFA World Cup thank to take a few moments flicking through our hundreds of exclusive photos and videos from the month-long tournament?

South Africa 2010: The Interviews

Jul 14, 12:02PM

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, some of the tournament's biggest names spoke to FIFA.com. Here, we look back at a selection of what they had to say.

Iniesta: I never lost faith

Jul 13, 7:41PM

Andres Iniesta spoke at a press conference on Tuesday where he talked about how it felt to score the goal that made him a national hero.

Defeated Dutch honoured at home

Jul 13, 6:59PM

Disappointment turned to celebration in Amsterdam on Tuesday as some 500,000 Dutch fans turned out to honour the FIFA World Cup runners-up.

Missed chance haunts Robben

Jul 13, 3:55PM

Netherlands forward Arjen Robben has admitted he is being haunted by thoughts of his 2010 FIFA World Cup Final™ miss.

FIFA.com attracts over a quarter of a billion visits as the world engages online with the 2010 FIFA World Cup™

Jul 13, 3:28PM

South Africa festival paves way for Brazil 'festa'

Jul 13, 12:00PM

As the curtain came down on the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, anticipation levels were already beginning to build for Brazil 2014.

South Africa 2010 in numbers

Jul 13, 11:36AM

FIFA.com takes a look through the statistics that matter, including records broken and top performers, in our look back at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Liverpool play down Torres injury

Jul 13, 10:21AM

Liverpool are hopeful that the groin injury suffered by Spanish striker Fernando Torres in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final is not as serious as was first feared.

Herbert to remain in New Zealand

Jul 13, 9:01AM

Ricki Herbert has turned his back on lucrative club offers from Europe, Asia and Africa to extend his contract with the Wellington Phoenix until the end of the 2012/13 A-League season.

A tournament of firsts

Jul 13, 3:13AM

South Africa 2010 was bursting with unprecedented events in a whole range of areas, from team results to player landmarks. FIFA.com now takes you through a full list of firsts.

Spain greets World Cup heroes

Jul 13, 2:33AM

Spain's FIFA World Cup winners enjoyed a heroes' reception as jubilant supporters took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home the team.

Adams: Better than 2006!

Jul 12, 6:50PM

Bryan Adams has told FIFA.com that his experience in Soccer City for the Final between Spain and the Netherlands was a more enjoyable experience than the Italy-France encounter four years ago.

Pride for Africa as Spain strike gold

Jul 12, 5:16PM

The 19th FIFA World Cup ended with a first triumph for Spain but the host nation had equal reason to celebrate. FIFA.com reviews South Africa 2010.

Fun and frolics in the dressing room

Jul 12, 4:55PM

FIFA.com had special behind-the-scenes access in the Spain dressing room after their 1-0 win over the Netherlands which secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup™. Find out what happened.

Global praise for Spanish champions

Jul 12, 4:41PM

Spain earned respect and praise from the global media on Monday after winning their first FIFA World Cup™ with a victory over the Netherlands in South Africa.

Muller: Award win is incredible

Jul 12, 4:17PM

Germany's Thomas Muller admits he never believed he would win the adidas Golden Boot before the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ began.

Forlan proves his class on greatest stage

Jul 12, 3:54PM

South Africa 2010 has seen Uruguay striker Diego Forlan prove doubters in England wrong after his disappointing stint at Manchester United several years ago.

South Africa wins hearts

Jul 12, 3:49PM

After quieting all of the naysayers, South Africa is ready to use the 2010 FIFA World Cup as a springboard to even greater achievement in the future.

Hard work pays off for Spain

Jul 12, 3:27PM

Spain rewrote their FIFA World Cup history in South Africa, putting past disappointments behind them to claim the crown. FIFA.com reviews their winning campaign.

Dutch 'still proud' despite the pain

Jul 12, 2:06PM

FIFA World Cup runners-up Netherlands will receive the acclaim of their countrymen on a canal tour of Amsterdam on Tuesday and they have every reason to feel proud.

Blatter: Mandela's dream realised

Jul 12, 2:02PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has praised South Africa, it's people and former President Nelson Mandela at the post-FIFA World Cup™ press conference at the Sandton Convention Centre.

'Crowning glory' for Spain's dazzling generation

Jul 12, 11:27AM

Spanish newspapers on Monday hailed the country's victory in the FIFA World Cup™ as the crowning glory for a nation which has developed an insatiable appetite for sporting success.

Ramos crowned as La Roja conquer

Jul 12, 11:05AM

Sergio Ramos has topped the Castrol Index at the end of a FIFA World Cup in which Spain's outstanding defence provided the foundation for a first-ever world title.

Dutch press sad but proud after defeat

Jul 12, 11:01AM

The Dutch press expressed disappointment and sadness on Monday after the Netherlands' 1-0 FIFA World Cup Final loss to Spain, but paid tribute to the national team that fought "like lions".

Relive Monday's press conference

Jul 12, 10:45AM

The post-2010 FIFA World Cup™ media conference was broadcast on Monday 12 July on FIFA.com, and you can watch it again here.

South African press hails 'coming of age'

Jul 12, 10:38AM

The South African media said the country has to build on the success and unity inspired by the FIFA World Cup™ to tackle pressing social challenges.

South Africa 2010: 32 teams, 32 stories

Jul 12, 10:13AM

Join FIFA.com as we take a look back at all of the 32 sides that contributed to the football extravaganza that was South Africa 2010.

Casillas: It hasn't sunk in

Jul 12, 9:58AM

Spain captain Iker Casillas concedes it will take time for him and his team-mates to realise the magnitude of their FIFA World Cup victory after they beat the Netherlands 1-0 at Soccer City.

Fabregas and Del Bosque in dreamland

Jul 12, 6:38AM

Cesc Fabregas, Andres Iniesta and coach Vicente Del Bosque have expressed their delight at Spain's maiden FIFA World Cup triumph.

Xavi hails Spanish dream come true

Jul 12, 1:52AM

Spain midfielder Xavi described his country's FIFA World Cup™ victory as a dream come true following their 1-0 defeat of the Netherlands at Soccer City.

Roja, Oranje provide numbers aplenty

Jul 12, 1:07AM

Spain's run of 1-0 victories, a long wait for an extra-time goal ending, and European teams' success in their maiden Final all feature in this statistical review.

Dream celebrated, nightmare lamented

Jul 12, 12:46AM

Spanish media hailed their team's triumph over the Netherlands as a "dream come true", while their Dutch counterparts lamented another chapter in their "football trauma".

Forlan: A reward for Uruguayan football

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Just minutes after learning of his award, the adidas Golden Ball winner for the 2010 FIFA World Cup granted an exclusive interview to FIFA.com.

'Psychic' octopus seals perfect record

Jul 12, 12:41AM

Paul the "psychic" octopus finished the FIFA World Cup™ with a flawless record as Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands left him with eight perfect predictions.

Prize confirms Forlan's rise

Jul 12, 12:39AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Oranje face up to bitter defeat

Jul 12, 12:38AM

The Netherlands' 14-match winning streak came to an end in heartbreaking fashion in Soccer City, leaving Bert van Marwijk's men to reflect on what might have been.

Iniesta revels in 'incredible' triumph

Jul 12, 12:20AM

Spain hero Andres Iniesta hailed "an incredible feeling" after his goal secured his country the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.

Casillas dons the Golden Glove

Jul 12, 12:19AM

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas proved he is at the peak of his powers in South Africa, deservedly picking up the adidas Golden Glove as well as the FIFA World Cup.

A World Cup to remember

Jul 12, 12:09AM

As the final whistle blows on Africa's first FIFA World Cup, fans reflect on what they will take away from the historic tournament.

Van Bronckhorst bows out after defeat

Jul 12, 12:03AM

There was bitter disppointment for Dutch captain Giovanni van Bronckhorst as he ended his 14-year Oranje career after the 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup final.

Spanish joy unconfined in Joburg

Jul 11, 11:56PM

The counterpoints of Spanish ecstasy and Dutch despair were there for all to see at the end of the FIFA World Cup Final and FIFA.com was on hand to take it all in.

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FIFA World Cup™ Review (12 July)

Jul 12, 5:33PM

See the story of South Africa 2010™ unfold as we reflect on the tournament highlights.

Best celebrations of South Africa 2010

Jul 12, 5:19PM

Some where rehearsed, some were spontaneous, and we look back at some of the pure joy generated by goals.

Best saves of South Africa 2010™

Jul 12, 3:39PM

We salute the goalkeepers who made superb stops during the FIFA World Cup™.

Iker Casillas - adidas Golden Glove

Jul 12, 1:11AM

Diego Forlan - adidas Golden Ball

Jul 12, 12:58AM

Uruguay's Diego Forlan has been rewarded for some superb performances in South Africa with the adidas Golden Ball previously won by the likes of Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane.

Netherlands 0:1 a.e.t. Spain

Jul 11, 11:32PM

Match 64 - Final
Johannesburg, Soccer City Stadium
Sunday 11 July 2010

Hyundai Best Young Player Award Winner- Thomas MULLER (GER)

Jul 11, 10:23PM

Hyundai Best Young Player Award - Thomas MULLER (GER)

Sunday's FIFA World Cup Report (11 July)

Jul 11, 12:35AM

Germany snatch third place from Uruguay, while we preview the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final between the Netherlands and Spain.

URU 2:3 GER

Jul 10, 10:59PM

Match 63
Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth - Port Elizabeth Stadium
10 July 2010

Shakira exclusive interview

Jul 10, 5:24PM

FIFA.com talks to 'Waka Waka' singing sensation Shakira about her thoughts on the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

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Stuart Holden speaks during a press conference

Sep 16, 4:24PM

Stuart Holden of US national football team speaks during a press conference at Irene Farm on June 16, 2010 in Irene near Pretoria, South Africa.

Stuart Holden, Landon Donovan (C) and Steve Cherundolo (R)

Sep 16, 4:22PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Jul 13, 11:41PM

The uruguayan players greet the fans that went to receive them on July 13, 2010 in Montevideo, Uruguay. (Photo by Dante Fernandez/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Spanish national football team players celebrate.

Jul 13, 11:18PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:47PM

Thousands of fans decked out in orange cheer on the defeated Dutch football team.

Jul 13, 10:43PM

TOPSHOTSSpain's striker David Villa (C) celebrates on a stage set up for the Spanish team victory c

Jul 13, 10:22PM

Dutch football fans celebrate during a boat parade on the canals in Amsterdam, on July 13, 2010.

Jul 13, 6:54PM

Netherlands' striker Arjen Robben reacts after

Jul 13, 12:08PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:18PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, Issa Hayatou, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the FIFA World Cup and FIFA Vice-President, Jérôme Valcke, FIFA Secretary General, Irvin Khoza, OC Chairman, Danny Jordaan, OC CEO talk to the media

Jul 12, 4:16PM

Joseph S. Blatter, FIFA President, talks to the media

Jul 12, 4:14PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 4:07PM

Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque (L) and Spain's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas (R) arrive at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:03PM

Spain's forward David Villa waves to supporters upon the team's arrival at Barajas' airport

Jul 12, 4:01PM

Spanish players celebrate on the plane

Jul 12, 3:58PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:57PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:55PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy

Jul 12, 3:54PM

An octopus named Paul swims past a copy of the FIFA Football World Cup trophy in his aquarium

Jul 12, 1:53PM

Supporters of the Spanish football team celebrate

Jul 12, 12:38PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands has his shot saved by Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 12:36PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates winning

Jul 12, 12:34PM

The Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup, on the podium

Jul 12, 12:32PM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with team mates

Jul 12, 12:30PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:23PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain celebrates as he lifts the World Cup with his team mates

Jul 12, 12:21PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain lifts the World Cup with his team

Jul 12, 12:18PM

German forward Thomas Mueller arrives

Jul 12, 12:17PM

The Spain team walks down the steps with their medals as they celebrate

Jul 12, 12:15PM

Raul Albiol and Juan Manuel Mata of Spain celebrate with the World Cup

Jul 12, 12:13PM

Carles Puyol and Iker Casillas of Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:10PM

Dejected Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands with team mates

Jul 12, 12:09PM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:51AM

German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (R) and German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer arrive

Jul 12, 11:48AM

Germany's national football team arrive at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:44AM

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew (R), manager Oliver Bierhoff (2ndR), DFB president Theo Zwanziger (C) and Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche (L) arrive with the team

Jul 12, 11:42AM

The Airbus A380 with the German national football team on board lands at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 11:40AM

The coach of Germany's national football team Joachim Loew arrives with his team at the international airport in Frankfurt am Main

Jul 12, 10:02AM

Iker Casillas of Spain

Jul 12, 1:17AM

Jesus Navas, Javier Martinez and Sergio Ramos of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:57AM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:53AM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:50AM

Jose Manuel Reina, David Villa and Fernando Llorente of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:48AM

A photographer laughs as he falls to the ground as Xavi Hernandez and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 12, 12:45AM

Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Alvaro Arebeloa, Raul Albiol and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:43AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:40AM

Fernando Torres of Spain takes a photo of (L-R) Alvaro Arbeloa, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Raul Albiol in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:38AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:37AM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 12, 12:35AM

Iker Casillas of Spain (L) is embraced by Prince Felipe of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:33AM

Sergio Busquets, Jesus Navas, Sergio Ramos and Javier Martinez pose with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:31AM

Andres Iniesta of Spain holds the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:29AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:27AM

Xabi Alonso of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:25AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:24AM

Andres Iniesta (C), Sergio Ramos (L) and Xabi Alonso of Spain poses with the trophy in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room after they won the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 12, 12:22AM

Fernando Torres of Spain celebrates in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:18AM

Spain celebrate in their dressing room

Jul 12, 12:16AM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shows his dejection after sufffering defeat following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 12, 12:16AM

The Spanish team poses with Queen Sofia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:14AM

Tennis player Rafael Nadal (L) poses with the World Cup as Alvaro Arbeloa of Spain gives the thumbs up in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:12AM

Fireworks light up the sky over Soccer City stadium in Soweto, in suburban Johannesburg after the South Africa 2010 final.

Jul 12, 12:11AM

Iker Casillas of Spain poses with Queen Sofia of Spain (2L), Prince Felipe of Spain (Rear) and Princess Letizia of Spain (L) in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:09AM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (L) poses with Queen Sofia of Spain in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:08AM

Sergio Ramos of Spain (R), Jesus Navas of Spain (2L), Raul Albiol of Spain and tennis player Rafael Nadal pose in the Spanish dressing room

Jul 12, 12:06AM

FIFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter (R) and President of South Africa Jacob Zuma (second right) present the Netherlands team with their medals after defeat during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 12, 12:06AM

Joan Capdevila (L) and David Villa of Spain pose with their medals

Jul 11, 11:51PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final

Jul 11, 11:49PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:47PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain poses with the winners board

Jul 11, 11:45PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain kisses the World Cup

Jul 11, 11:43PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg,

Jul 11, 11:34PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands is dejected

Jul 11, 11:33PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 11:32PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: The Spain team celebrate winning the World Cup during the 201

Jul 11, 11:31PM

Gerard Pique, Francesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 11:30PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spanish football fans watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between The Netherlands and Spain in the Rotterdam on July 11, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ANP PHOTO / MARTEN VAN DIJL - netherlands out - belgium out

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jul 11, 11:26PM

Spain's coach Vicente Del Bosque holds the trophy

Jul 11, 11:25PM

Dutch fans in Rotterdam react after the Netherlands football team lost

Jul 11, 11:24PM

Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain talks to his players

Jul 11, 11:15PM

The Spain team celebrate victory following the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:13PM

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and South Africa President Jacob Zuma present the World Cup trophy to Iker Casillas, captain of Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands looks dejected as Andres Iniesta of Spain scores the opening goal late into extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 11:07PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:04PM

Fireworks explode as the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 11:03PM

Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Jul 11, 11:02PM

Spain celebrate winning

Jul 11, 11:00PM

The World Cup is seen draped in a Spanish flag

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Referee Howard Webb talks to Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 11:00PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain (C), and the Spain team celebrate victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:58PM

Xavi Hernandez of Spain (R) and team mates celebrate

Jul 11, 10:50PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:49PM

Iker Casillas of Spain celebrates lifting the World Cup with team mates

Jul 11, 10:45PM

Spain players celebrate

Jul 11, 10:43PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates

Jul 11, 10:42PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Spain celebrate winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa F

Jul 11, 10:39PM

Supporters of Spain celebrate

Jul 11, 10:36PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates

Jul 11, 10:33PM

Spanish players celebrate with the trophy following the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 10:30PM

Spain's striker Fernando Llorente holds the trophy as Spain's national football team players celebrate.

Jul 11, 10:28PM

Iker Casillas, captain of Spain, celebrates victory with the World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 10:27PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain celebrates scoring

Jul 11, 10:26PM

Spain's national football team players celebrate with the trophy during the award ceremony.

Jul 11, 10:25PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain has a shot saved by Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 10:12PM

Spain's midfielder Andrés Iniesta celebrates after scoring

Jul 11, 10:10PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands is challenged by Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:55PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain is challenged

Jul 11, 9:54PM

Francesc Fabregas of Spain shoots during the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands argues with Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:53PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands is substituted by Eljero Elia of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:51PM

Spain take instructions from Vicente del Bosque head coach of Spain at the break for extra time during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain

Jul 11, 9:50PM

John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:49PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:49PM

David Villa of Spain shoots on goal as John Heitinga and Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:47PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 9:46PM

Iker Casillas of Spain makes a save at the feet of Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:42PM

Carles Puyol of Spain (C) pulls back Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:40PM

Andres Iniesta of Spain (R) challenges Gregory Van Der Wiel of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:37PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands falls under the challenge of Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 9:35PM

Xabi Alonso of Spain controls the ball

Jul 11, 9:32PM

Carles Puyol of Spain challenges Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:31PM

Carles Puyol of Spain tackles Arjen Robben of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 9:29PM

David Villa of Spain misses a goal scoring chance as goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg of the Netherlands dives and John Heitinga and Gregory Van Der Wiel attempt to block

Jul 11, 9:21PM

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands gestures

Jul 11, 9:19PM

Jesus Navas of Spain and Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands battle for the ball

Jul 11, 9:17PM

Joris Mathijsen of the Netherlands tackles Xavi Hernandez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:14PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 9:02PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 9:00PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands runs with the ball as Joan Capdevila and Xabi Alonso of Spain looks on

Jul 11, 8:55PM

Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands challenge Pedro Rodriguez of Spain

Jul 11, 8:53PM

A general view of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium

Jul 11, 8:53PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:49PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands is watched by Gerard Pique of Spain and Carles Puyol of Spain

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:47PM

Netherlands' midfielder Wesley Sneijder lies on the pitch

Jul 11, 8:47PM

A Netherlands fan enjoys the atmosphere

Jul 11, 8:46PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Andres Iniesta of Spain

Jul 11, 8:45PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands shoots

Jul 11, 8:43PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts

Jul 11, 8:42PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain shoots at goal

Jul 11, 8:40PM

Mark Van Bommel of the Netherlands and Xavi Hernandez of Spain battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:40PM

John Heitinga of the Netherlands dives for the ball

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:38PM

Sergio Busquets of Spain (L) challenges Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:37PM

A supporter waves a Spanish flag from the stands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:37PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (L) and Netherlands' defender Gregory van der Wiel fight for the ball.

Jul 11, 8:34PM

Fernando Torres of Spain looks on from the substitutes bench

Jul 11, 8:33PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain and Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands challenge for the ball

Jul 11, 8:32PM

The World Cup trophy

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:30PM

Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands looks on

Jul 11, 8:29PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:27PM

Supporters of the Spanish team listen to their national anthem before the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / Miguel RIOPA

Bert van Marwijk head coach of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:27PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Busquets of Spain speaks to referee Howard Webb after

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas (up) jumps up to catch the ball over Spain's defender Carles Puyol.

Jul 11, 8:24PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the 2010 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:20PM

Supporters of the Spanish team watch the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:19PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Arjen Robben; Sergio Busquets

Spain and Netherlands players argue with referee Howard Webb

Jul 11, 8:19PM

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after being tackled by Sergio Busquets of Spain

Jul 11, 8:16PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the 2010 FIFA World Cup final.

Jul 11, 8:15PM

A supporter of the Spanish team reacts while watching the World Cup final football match Spain against Netherlands on July 11, 2010 in Madrid. AFP PHOTO / DANI POZO

Sergio Ramos of Spain is challenged by Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:15PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Arjen Robben of the Netherlands falls to the ground after bei

Jul 11, 8:14PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: A Spain fan enjoys the atmopshere ahead of the 2010 FIFA Worl

Jul 11, 8:13PM

Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands gestures in frustration

Jul 11, 8:12PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Iker Casillas of Spain catches the ball ahead of Robin Van Pe

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso during the ball durin

Jul 11, 8:11PM

Netherlands' midfielder Nigel de Jong (L) fouls Spain's midfielder Xabi Alonso

Jul 11, 8:10PM

Nigel De Jong of the Netherlands tackles Xabi Alonso of Spain

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Pedro Rodriguez of Spain challenges Giovanni Van Bronckhorst of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:09PM

Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands gestures in frustration as Referee Howard Webb officiates

Jul 11, 8:08PM

Spain's striker David Villa strikes the ball during the 2010 World Cup football final against Netherlands.

Jul 11, 8:07PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands fall to the ground as they battle for the ball

Jul 11, 8:06PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:04PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is given medical assistance

Jul 11, 8:04PM

English referee Howard Webb gives a yellow card to Carles Puyol

Jul 11, 8:03PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt

Referee Howard Webb shows a yellow card to Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie tackles Spain's defender Joan Capdevila (L) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 11, 8:02PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 8:00PM

Joan Capdevila of Spain is tackled by Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Joan Capdevila reacts in pain

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Spain's defender Carles Puyol (R) is challenged for the ball by Netherlands' striker Robin van Persie.

Jul 11, 7:59PM

Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands

Jul 11, 7:57PM

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 11: Sergio Ramos of Spain tackles Dirk Kuyt of the Netherlands during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sergio Ramos; Dirk Kuyt