Yes, those "horns" or vuvuzelas in the local lingo are a major bone of discontent for many locals and international viewers and the players alike. There are Facebook petitions and even some dedicated websites to protest. Add your vote here:
Anti Vuvuzela.org
Problem is that are apparently many more supporters of the damn things than those who dislike them. Most local forums here have viral threads either supporting or condemning them. FIFA and the local organisers seem to like them though
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