South Africa 2010 is the first time the World Cup has been staged in Africa . The inaugural World Cup took place in Uruguay in 1930 . This year 's tournament sees 32 teams contest the trophy . TL;DR A new report says that a record number of people are going to watch this year's FIFA Women's World Cup.
South Africa 2010 is the first time the World Cup has been staged in Africa . The inaugural World Cup took place in Uruguay in 1930 . This year 's tournament sees 32 teams contest the trophy . FIFA boasts more than 200 member states -- more than the United Nations .