Can Africa actually host in 2010?

[Maczebus]

Originally posted by puma182
But don't think it won't be any worse temperature wise than Mexico City 1986.

Sorry to be anal but here's temperatures around Mexico. Some hosted WC games (Mexico city, Monterrey etc.).

Warm, but not Arabian Peninsula warm.

http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/farenheit.html

[DoyleG]

Here's two editions of travel advisories for South Africa
http://travel.state.gov/safrica.html
http://www.voyage.gc.ca/destinations/menu_e.htm

[Sachin]

Originally posted by DoyleG


Too many restrictions in the region. Alcohol is a big thing at World Cup's. The Saudi have sever bans while the UAE and Kuwait have severe restrictions on consumption. To get into these countries will require a visa, even to attend a couple of games.

The weather isn't the only concern.

I can only imagine the Saudi vice squad trying to cover up the Brasilian babes. That may start a riot.

Sachin

[DoyleG]

Originally posted by Sachin


I can only imagine the Saudi vice squad trying to cover up the Brasilian babes. That may start a riot.

Sachin

Makes South Africa more appealing. I hear theyhave great beaches there. Perfect to view the Brazilian babes.

[Auriaprottu]

Originally posted by puma182
I have been to Saudi about 15 years ago, and I know how hot it can be (even at night).

But don't think it won't be any worse temperature wise than Mexico City 1986. Humidity is another matter though and it can probably make things twice as bad.

But they do have stadiums there, and I assume people do play. As part of AFC qualifying northern teams like Japan, Korea, China regularly visit these countries and play in the heat. I don't think anyone has died from it yet.


;-)

Weather is not a concern for nations with talent and discipline.