World Stars battle at the 'Champion of Champions'

The Confedaration cup trophy

With Fernando Torres, Kaka, Xavi, Ronaldinho, Andrea Pirlo, Luca Toni and Francesc Fabregas all set to arrive in South Africa in 99 days from today, the country is ready to bid them a warm welcome.Taking place from June 14-28, 2009, this year's edition of the FIFA Confederations Cup features Spain, Italy, Brazil, New Zealand, Iraq, USA, Egypt and hosts South Africa vying for the title of ‘champion of champions'.

Miss World contestants represented their country at the Confederations Cup draw

The four stadiums in the South African host cities of Johannesburg, Tshwane/Pretoria, Mangaung/Bloemfontein and Rustenburg are virtually ready for action, as preparations go into overdrive ahead of the tournament's opening match between South Africa and Iraq at Ellis Park. For the FIFA Confederations Cup host cities, yesterday’s 100-day mark was a huge milestone, with the world's football stars sure to receive the royal treatment and a typically warm South African welcome when they arrive.

the official match ball of the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009

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