World Cup 2010 Final Ball Sold for USD$74,000

Gold Jabulani World Cup 2010 used in the Netherlands vs Spain Final match

The specially made Gold Jabulani ball used in Netherlands - Spain Final match in the just concluded FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa went up for auction yesterday on eBay.

The ball which was criticized by players and officials, even Iker Casillas likened the ball to a "Supermarket Ball" due to its unpredictability fetched USD$74,000 or GBP 48,000. The proceeds from the auction went to the 46664 AIDS/HIV Fund which was named after Nelson Mandela's prison number.