Manchester United to play in this year’s Vodacom Challenge

British glamour team Manchester United are expected to attract packed stadiums when they play in this year’s Vodacom Challenge. The off-season tournament previously pitted two teams from the African continent against Chiefs and Pirates but changed the format this year to accommodate Man United. The Sun reports the move has been praised by both Pirates and Chiefs. The managements and players of both sides see this year’s tournament as the first step towards preparing for the 2010 World Cup. Man United’s director Bobby Charlton says he is delighted to be part of the tournament as it will enable his team to prepare for the new season.