The 2010 FIFA World Cup match between England and Germany on Sunday, 27 June 2010 in Bloemfontein promises to be a fiercely competitive and exciting game, with the winner moving on to the next round.
As both team England and team Germany are considered to be high priority teams by the security forces. It can be expected that security arrangements will be heightened in and around the stadium.
The security forces will deploy additional members, including our highly skilled and trained elite units, as well as extra equipment and resources.
We have not picked up any specific threat against this match or either team, but as was the case in other matches played by high priority teams, we will make sure that we are prepared for any eventuality.
A group of police officers from England and from Germany will be working side by side with South African Police Service (SAPS) members, both in uniform and plain clothes outside the stadium and among the crowd inside the stadium.
These police officers have formed a close-knit network and will proudly work together in an integrated and cooperative fashion on match day. The supporters of both teams have to date enjoyed themselves immensely in our wonderful country and we are sure that this festive atmosphere will predominate on Sunday.
Both English and German supporters are well known for their love of their supportive flags and banners. In terms of FIFA regulations, banners and flags should not be larger than two by 1.5 metres.
In order to avoid disappointment or conflict with stewards, fans are urged not to arrive at the stadium with larger items.
Enquiries:
Sally de Beer
Cell: 082 779 8658
Source: South African Police Service (http://www.saps.gov.za/)
