Stellenbosch University's Prof Julian Smith with his Vuvuzela, Makarapa and copy of the soccer terminology booklet.

Your mirror socks are firmly in place and there are so many flags flapping from your car that at any other time you may be mistaken for local or foreign diplomat - but do you know your football phrases? If you still think the Diski Dance is that little jig you do at your desk before you leave the office on Friday, then get yourself a copy of Stellenbosch University's new soccer terminology booklet. Available in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa, it's geared for local and international fans looking to speak a common language - the united language of soccer! With only days to go to the big kick-off, learn what eShibobo and nutmeg have in common and see why Table Mountain is not just a directional aid for Capetonians. Then sit back and enjoy the game. Laaaduuuumaaaaaa! PS. The Bizcommunity.com office has been infected with football fever - see the photo gallery here.

Shan Radcliffe, Retail editor
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