Maseru, June 03 - A 28 year old Mosotho man Phole Thaba of Mahobong in the Leribe district has won a dream trip to the 2006 Germany soccer world cup which kicks off on Friday to July 09 this year.

Marotholi Beverages through its Coca Cola product announced the winner at the draw that was conducted at Mafafa Supermarket grounds in Maseru last Friday.

Mr. Thaba who is married with a three year old daughter said he was very happy to be the winner, however, he said he was saddened by the fact that he would not be able to go to Germany in the company of his wife due to reasons he could not want to disclose.

Mr. Thaba who works for Security Lesotho company, said he has decided to take his friend with him as other relatives did not have valid passports.

He declared his unlimited love of football, adding that he would like to watch his favourite team Brazil play in the World cup, the opportunity he had never dreamt of before.

Furthermore he thanked Coca Cola for organising the competition to give Basotho an opportunity to watch the soccer world cup, saying he is looking forward to boarding a plane for the first time ever in his life.

'May Coca Cola organise more competitions to allow Basotho to win prizes like this one in future,' he added.

On the other hand, Coca Cola Sales Coordinator Mrs. Mpho Molapo congratulated the winners, saying the competition was a success as many entrants were received since it was kick-started three months ago.

She said the idea was to give Basotho a chance to go to the World Cup as the Co-sponsors of the world event.

Mrs. Molapo therefore urged Basotho to always enter Coca Cola competitions in to stand an opportunity to win prizes such as this one and many more.

Mr. Thaba and his partner's trip to Germany is worth M110 000.00 that includes return air tickets for two, accommodation and meals, ticket to watch the last five matches plus pocket money.

People who bought Coca Cola with under-liners won many prizes that included Television sets, soccer balls, T-shirts and hampers.