As we take another breather for a couple of days after some truly epic quarter finals, we thought it’d be an ideal time to check in with our team over in South Africa to see how they’ve been enjoying the action. Here, Carl from Umbro’s South African team tells us about his favourite match in the tournament so far, and showcases some pictures he’s snapped of the fans on the ground in Cape Town…

“All South Africans’ hands were placed firmly on their hearts as Bafana Bafana took to the field in a packed Bloemfontien stadium to face rivals France. The South African team has brought a nation together with their great football and fighting spirit, and to the fan’s delight beat the French with a final score of 2-1. Making history with South Africa’s first World Cup victory! Unfortunately it wasn’t enough to take them to the next round, but keeping it proudly South African we kept smiling and blowing the vuvuzela in support of our team. We are all proud of you Bafana Bafana.

The sites here in Cape Town have really been amazing – blue skies, lush green playing surfaces, packed stadiums and smiling faces. The vibrant fans have definitely been something to talk about, with every goal Portugal scored in the Cape Town stadium the cheers resounded, keeping the Mother City buzzing. It was also great to have all the England fans here in Cape Town, brightening up the city.”

Thanks to Carl for giving us an insight into what it’s all been like in Cape Town. His photos have all been included in our Spirit Of South Africa group over on Flickr, which captures how people have been celebrating the football all around the world. Don’t forget that you can win a fantastic Sony camera and the chance to be Umbro’s official photographer at an England game by submitting your photos to the group.