Grannies change into their sporting attire under a tree before a soccer match in Nkowankowa Township, outside Tzaneen in the Limpopo province, about 600 km (372 miles) outside Johannesburg in this October 9, 2009 file photo. World Cup fever has spread to South African grannies, with hundreds of poor, elderly women in aprons and skirts fighting for the ball in township games. Twice a week they swap domestic chores for football, donning soccer boots instead of their usual rubber sandals to play in local matches.
Grannies exercise during a training session in Nkowankowa Township, outside Tzaneen in the Limpopo province.
Grannies exercise during a training session in Nkowankowa Township, outside Tzaneen in the Limpopo province.
Grannies take a break at half-time during a soccer match in Nkowankowa Township, outside Tzaneen in the Limpopo province
Grannies pose for a photo before their soccer match
A granny refreshes herself during half-time
Grannies help an injured teammate during a soccer match in Nkowankowa Township
People cheer grannies on during a soccer match in Nkowankowa Township
A granny controls the ball during a soccer match
Grannies sing and dance at the end of a soccer match
Grannies fight for the ball during a soccer match
A granny takes a penalty during a training session
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