World Cup Final Fever in Kampar
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Monday, July 12, 2010
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By Vivien Chang Wei Lin
Photos by Oh Chin Eng
Kampar, July 12 (J-on) - One of the most spectacular event ever broke the silence of the normally quiet town of Kampar midnight .
It was the live final match for the FIFA World Cup 2010.
This year as the match between Spain and Netherlands was in the midst of being officiated, audiences at Maha Maju Mamak restarant were already cheering for their favourite team.
The entire road along Maha Maju was sealed off for fans to sit in
FIFA fans booking places at various restaurants as early as 12am before the game started
Crowds cheered at each goal when previous matches of Spain and Netherlands were replayed. Claps abound when the two teams appeared on screen, indicating the starting of the final match.
Fans went to the extent of painting their faces in support of their favourite teams
Despite the drizzling sky towards the end of the game, spectators were eager to stay on till the end.
During the 30 minutes extra time, Spain’s Andres Iniesta secured a dramatic goal at the last four minutes (116th minute) before the game ends. Spain Netherlands
This is the first time Kampar celebrated the World Cup in the presence of a burgeoning UTAR community.
Thrilled fans shouting over Spain's victory goal while Netherlands supporters watch in anguish
