The opening ceremony will be held at the newly-renovated Orlando Stadium, Johannesburg at 8:00 p.m. local time (GMT+2). The concert will feature musical performances by most popular African artists that include queen of pop Shakira. Shakira is expected to sing the official song of the World Cup 2010 — “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”.
The video is of the song “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” is currently available on the web. The video also features Portugal’s star Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina’s Lionel Messi.
Besides Shakira, a long list of celebrities including past and present football legends will be present at the auspicious occasion.
Football fever has started spreading among the fans. The entire world is looking forward to the World Cup Opening Ceremony 2010, so as I. Friends, please share your ideas about World Cup 2010.
Johannesburg city skyline and World Cup stadium
