A South African futbolita wrote in to us yesterday asking for details on the Brazilian squad’s arrival in her country. Ok, we often forget this all-important part so desculpe! In case any of you are planning to turn up to welcome the manos in bikinis, it always works. Here’s some vital info to keep with you…

11 July

Tambo International Airport – Johannesburg, Bloemfontein
Time of arrival: Approximately 18:00 (local time) via chartered flight. Check here.

Staying at : Hotel Bloem Spa Lodge (Rayton Road, Lilyvale-Heuwelsig, Bloemfontein)
Time of arrival/check-in : Approximately 20:30

12 July

Training at Seisa Ramabodu Stadium from hotel – Depart at approx 3:15PM (on 13 July, training will be at Free State stadium instead)

Arrival back at Hotel Bloem Spa Lodge- 7PM

15 July

Arrival at Centurium Lake Hotel (Pretoria Lenchen Avenue North Centurion) approx at 23:00h