Soweto Gospel Choir and U2 have received the Sports Emmy Award.

The award is for Outstanding Music Composition / Direction / Lyrics category presented by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

The two music groups were recognised for their collaboration during the FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa.

“We are proud to be associated with ESPN and U2 for their magnificent 2010 FIFA World Cup television campaign,” says Beverly Bryer, the Choir’s Executive Producer/Director.

Since Soweto Gospel Choir’s introduction to the world eight years ago, the choir has amassed a growing local and international fan-base and received many local and international awards.

“It’s really exciting to add an Emmy to the Choir’s three SAMA Awards, two Grammy Awards, three associated Grammy Awards and an Oscar nomination,” added Bryer.