Originally built in 1952, the Free State Stadium was given a makeover in time for this year's Confederations Cup which increased the capacity by 10,000. This is rugby country but football is on the up and Siwelele, fans of the local side Bloemfontein Celtic, are known for their fanatical support.
Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein
Capacity
48,000
Built
1952, but upgraded for this World Cup.
Location
A little to the west of the city centre.
World Cup 2010 Fixtures
Monday, 14th June 4pm, Game 10 - Group E, Japan vs. Cameroon
Thursday, 17th June 4pm, Game 19 - Group B, Greece vs. Nigeria
Sunday, 20th June 1.30pm, Game 27 - Group F, Slovakia vs. Paraguay
Tuesday, 22nd June 4pm, Game 34 - Group A, France vs. South Africa
Friday, 25th June 8.30pm, Game 48, Group H, Switzerland vs. Honduras
Sunday, 27th June 4pm, Game 51, Round of 16, 1D vs. 2C (winner = 4)
