WE ARE FOOTBALL November 2017

Archive for the ‘Events’ Category

MMStadium hosts first WE ARE FOOTBALL

04 November 2017 | Events

As one of South Africa’s premier football stadiums, we couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of the very first WE ARE FOOTBALL Festival! This unique festival celebrates all things football, from new and old soccer legends, to e-gaming (it’s a thing). The inaugural festival boasts a number of exciting features, including top local DJ’s, DJ Fresh and DJ Tira. Here’s what’s going down on Saturday, 11 November: SIX-A-SIDE COMPETITION: A team of 12 registration and a 6-a-side tour...

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Win Stadium Dash entries!

03 November 2017 | Events

Do you want an opportunity to see your favourite stadia in new light? Fill in the form below to stand a chance of winning an entry for you and a friend! Open to Durban residents ONLY. [gravityform id=6 title=false description=false ajax=true tabindex=49]

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John Legend brings new tour to the 031

29 October 2017 | Events

10-time Grammy Award winner and one of the most critically-acclaimed voices of our time is heading back to the sunny East Coast! John Legend, accompanied by his live band, is bringing his Darkness and Light global tour to South Africa, and Durban is his second stop. After his incredible show in 2015, we can't wait to welcome him back to the Moses Mabhida Stadium stage. Darkness and Light, Legend's newest album, has soared straight to the top. With two Top 10 singles and a collaboration with C...

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Durban Giants VS Soweto Giants double header!

18 October 2017 | Events, Football

From one epic football tournament to the next! The Telkom Knockout final 16 fixtures are out, and Durban is in for an amazing weekend of quality SA football. The weekend is particularly special, as it's the first time Durban has hosted two Telkom Knockout games, not only in the same weekend, but in the same day! The day starts at Princess Magogo Stadium, with Golden Arrows taking on Orlando Pirates. Kick-off is scheduled for 15h30. The fun then continues at Durban's playground, where Amakhos...

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Nitro Circus: Bigger, better, BACK

04 October 2017 | Events

It’s been three years too long, but we’re so amped to have Nitro Circus Live back on the East Coast! The crazy Nitro Circus crew will be bringing their best show yet, jam-packed with world firsts, spectacular tricks and mind-blowing stunts. To top it off (like, could it get any better?), action sports icon, Travis Pastrana will be making his SA debut! “I am so excited to finally have the chance to go to South Africa and ride for our fans there,” said Pastrana. “I was so disappoi...

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MTN8 Final heads back to Durban

03 October 2017 | Events, Football

It’s official! For the fourth time, Moses Mabhida Stadium will host the MTN8 Final, and we couldn’t be more excited. Whether you’re a diehard football fan, or you’re just looking for an awesome time with mates, the MTN8 Final is the place to be! Cape Town City FC and SuperSport United FC will battle it out on the field for the winning MTN8 title, and the coveted MTN8 trophy. To make victory even sweeter, the winning team will walk away with a whopping R8 million! Both teams have impre...

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Kaizer Chiefs vs Baroka FC: Round 2!

27 August 2017 | Events, Football

The last time they faced each other on the stadium pitch, the game ended in a draw. Amakhosi and Bakgaga will meet again on Saturday, 30 September in their upcoming ABSA Premiership game. Now is the time for Kaizer Chiefs to bring their A-game, and rise to the top from their fourth place spot. Chiefs don’t have an easy game ahead of them, as Baroka FC have been performing incredibly well this season. According to Sowetan Live: “...it is noticeable that they have had a solid record since ...

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Band together for Bafana!

21 August 2017 | Events, Football

The sea of yellow and green. The roar of a chanting crowd. The blasting vuvuzelas. These are just a few of our favourite things about hosting our national team! We’re so excited to host Bafana Bafana and the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde in the third round of the Fifa World Cup Russia African Qualifiers! On Tuesday, 5 September 2017, Bafana Bafana will go head to head against Cape Verde. Both teams will be fighting for a place in the 2018 Fifa World Cup. After failing to qualify for the 20...

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Int. Forum on Elite Sport a first for Africa

15 August 2017 | Events

We’re all about making history, which is why we’re so excited to be hosting the International Forum on Elite Sport. Not only is this a first for Durban, it is also a first for Africa. We’re so proud that this prestigious event is being hosted in Africa’s events and sporting capital. This forum aims to “build comaraderie, share learnings and transfer knowledge, which are hallmarks of the Association for Sport Performance Center (ASPCA).” It is the perfect platform for those workin...

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It’s time to #RunThe031

14 August 2017 | Events

It seems that 2017 is a year of firsts for Durban! Joining the list is Durban’s very first FNB Durban 10K CITYSURFRUN! The organisers of this popular event, Stillwater Sports, are aiming to highlight some of the East Coast’s most cherished and loved historic and iconic landmarks. The 10km route will take the runners through the ins and outs of Durban. Moses Mabhida Stadium, People’s Park, Old Fort, Juma Mosque, Durban Maritime Museum, City Hall, Human Rights Memorial Hall and the Durba...

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