Mandela present at spectacular 2010 World Cup closing ceremony
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.
Soccer City erupted in lights for the World Cup closing ceremony with Colombian superstar Shakira performing "Waka Waka", the tournament's official anthem. South African a cappella act Ladysmith Black Mambazo sang as life-size puppets of the nation's wildlife glided around the pitch. In a symbolic gesture to thank the nations who participated, the words "thank you" written in different languages lit up the field in the final moments. Nelson Mandela made a much-expected appearance as he waved to the tens of thousands of fans drawing thunderous applause as he was driven onto the pitch.