AmaZulu and Maritzburg United will play the first game at the newly built Moses Mabhida Stadium on November 29.

The stadium was supposed to host the Bafana Bafana game against Japan but the match was moved from the venue as it was not yet ready.

'Usuthu's PR and Communications Manager Philani Mabaso describe the event as a 'once in a lifetime opportunity'.

He told the club's official website: "Given our rich history and our long-time involvement with Durban and KZN, we are proud to be part of this event.

"We'll be playing on the same ground that will see some of the best of the best work their magic during the World Cup. But more than that, we will be making history. In years to come the players who take the field on the 29th will be able to say with pride: 'I was there! I played in the very first match to be hosted at what has to be one of the most stunning stadiums in the world!"

Head of the Strategic Projects Unit & 2010 Programme, Julie-May Ellingson described the event as a family occasion urging soccer fans to come in their numbers as "are already on sale and selling fast."

"We want this to be a family oriented event.We want people to bring their children, because this is something you're going to want to tell your grand-children about and your children are going to want to tell their grand-children about."

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