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FIFA bans vuvuzelas, reusable water bottles from World Cup stadiums

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FIFA announced that vuvuzelas will be banned from this summer’s World Cup.⁠

The notorious vuvuzela made a name for itself at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.⁠

They’ve since become a staple at some stadiums, to some’s pleasure and to many’s annoyance. FIFA have now confirmed that the plastic horns will be banned. Whistles, apart from the referees, and reusable water bottles are also prohibited.⁠

There will also be serious repercussions for those, “streaking or revealing intimate body parts.” And body paint according to FIFA does not constitute clothing.⁠

⁠The tournament opener is Thursday, with Mexico taking on South Africa.⁠

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