Portugal's team manager, Carlos Queiroz is delighted with the confirmation of the game. "This will be a fine warm-up to our first game on 15 June verses the Ivory Coast in the Eastern Cape. We have worked hard, and we look forward to showing the Portuguese community within South Africa what we can do. I have no doubt that most of our squad will receive some game time on the day, so that they feel loose and ready for the challenge that lies ahead. On behalf of the club I would like to thank all of the supporters that will be cheering us on at the BIDVest Stadium - we are looking forward to playing against the strong side of Mozambique."
BIDVest CEO, Mr Brian Joffe is delighted to have the opportunity to get behind both teams. "Both of these sides are truly spectacular, and BIDVest in honoured to be the brand behind the Cup. Having sold over 8000 tickets on day one, I have no doubt that both the Portuguese and Mozambique communities will be supporting the Cup and team Portugal all the way. As a group, it is important for BIDVest to show both communities that we are here for them and thank them for all that they have done for us and our country. May the next two months bring nothing but joy, laughter and pleasurable experiences for the whole of South Africa, so that the rest of the world can see what we are made of!"
Representing Mozambique, Faizal Sidat is grateful for the opportunity to play against such a professional unit. "This will be a big match for us and we will absolutely put our best team forward. The BIDVest Goodwill Cup is all about galvanizing support for Team Portugal, ensuring that the team feels at home in South Africa and is cheered on every step of the way."
MD of leading sports marketing company, MSCSPORTS, Mr Neil Janks is delighted with the organisation of the event thus far. "We have had an absolutely overwhelming response with regards to the ticket sales. I have no doubt that both teams will be faced with a full stadium of passionate Portuguese supporters, showing their love of the beautiful game. Every supporter present will be holding thumbs that Team Portugal will make the final on the 11 July."
Tickets for the BIDVest Goodwill Cup went on sale on 10 May for R50 per ticket, and are available through Computicket. Seats are limited.
