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Ghana vs Mali: Black Stars pressured to win bronze and cool down ungrateful fans
The road to reach the Last 4 for the teams involved has been long. Mali will be content with a third-place finish considering the caliber of their opponents in each knock-out fixture. Ousting Aubameyang’s Gabon on penalties against the odds was a remarkable achievement to do in the quarter-finals. Falling to Cote d’Ivoire on a 1-0 score line in the semi-finals was heartbreaking but not humiliating. The Elephants are arguably Africa’s team to beat currently so it would have required fire from heaven to destroy them and put Mali into the final.
In a rematch of Group D’s Ghana vs Mali encounter, the Eagles will strive for revenge. They have a genuine chance of punishing the Black Stars. Confusion and pressure has put pre-tournament favorites Ghana in an awkward position ahead of Saturday’s third-place final battle.
England vs Ghana Report
Liverpool striker Andrew Carroll had given England a first half lead, before Sunderland’s Gyan leveled matters with a fine solo strike in added time.The game was an entertaining affair and the tone was set early as both teams had early scoring chances. First Dominic Adiyiah was released before being denied by Joe Hart in the England goal, before Ashley Young forced a good save from Richard Kingson.
England then created another chance when Stewart Downing crossed to his Aston Villa teammate Young, but the winger fired against the crossbar when it seemed easier to score. Ghana soon threatened at the other end, and a Sulley Muntari free kick was met by Adiyiah, only for Hart to keep the scores level with an athletic save.
Why England’s 1-1 Draw vs Ghana Means Shame For England But Victory For Ghana
For Fabio Capello, England vs Ghana appeared as a perfect opportunity for the Three Lions’ fringe players to acquire some experience points at the international level. So considering the crucial agenda of Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Manchester United, there was no need for the Italian manager to risk the likes of Wayne Rooney, John Terry or Michael Dawson. Those star players already have so much ahead of them to think about with the UEFA Champions League quarter-final stages taking place in April. In short, England vs Ghana was a great fixture to test how far England’s reserves have developed.
England vs Ghana Preview
England manager Fabio Capello will field a much changed lineup from the weekend’s Euro 2012 Qualifying victory over Wales. Captain John Terry, Frank Lampard, Ashley Cole and Wayne Rooney have all been sent back to their clubs and will play no part on Tuesday. Aaron Lennon and Michael Dawson have also been released from the England camp and have returned to Tottenham Hotspur.Capello told BBC Sport this weekend he will make “about seven changes” for the clash with World Cup Quarter-Finalists Ghana. Joe Hart will play in goal and Liverpool striker Andy Carroll is set to lead the Three Lions attack. Gary Cahill, Phil Jagielka and Leighton Baines are all expected play in defense for England.
Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry will captain England, while West Ham United’s Scott Parker will also play if he is passed fit.
"England Are Obviously Underestimating Us", says Stephen Appiah
John Terry and four other players have been released back to their respective clubs after Fabio Capello decided that these players should have enough time to recover before the crucial Champions League battle next week. That decision has been blasted by Appiah, who believes that it is a symbol of disrespect to Ghana."It's like they are underrating the game,” Appiah told BBC Sport.
"A lot of Ghanaians have travelled from America, Canada, from around the world. It's a dream come true. It's huge, it's big and Ghanaians are going to follow the match. Ghanaians are disappointed.
England vs Ghana Friendly Is Like A World Cup To Ghanaians – Asamoah Gyan
Asamoah Gyan, who experienced mixed emotions in South Africa last summer, believes that the Black Stars made a name of themselves with their impressive display throughout the 2010 World Cup. The Ghanaian star now describes Tuesday’s international friendly match against England as a perfect opportunity for the African giants to prove that their achievements was indeed the result of efforts and not luck. Speaking to FIFA.com, Asamoah Gyan also hinted that Fabio Capello may regret putting a second-string side against Ghana.
“We promise we are going to give them a good match and we will see what happens,” the Sunderland striker stated.
Football Transfer News: Inter’s Muntari To Land At Sunderland Shortly
Sulley Muntari has been suffering to cement his position in Inter Milan’s first XI team. The midfielder joined the Italian giants for £14M almost 3 years ago in a move that was set to completely turn around the career of the ex-Portsmouth player. In terms of trophies, Sulley Muntari achieved everything he could have dreamed off – the Serie A, the Champions League and more. However, his personal contribution at the San Siro has been disappointing as he has spent most of his time on the bench or on the sidelines.
Now as agent Fabien Piveteau told The Sun, Sulley Muntari is now ready to put an end to his misery by becoming a Black Cat. The Internazionale midfielder’s agent explained:
FIFA Ballon d’Or Award Debate: Why Was Asamoah Gyan Nominated But Not Luis Suarez?
The FIFA Ballon d’Or award’s 23-man shortlist is a controversial one which instantly provoked debates among football fans over the choices for the nominees. Spanish, Dutch, and German players were always likely to be enlisted following the exploits of their respective national teams during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. However, just as Wayne Rooney’s elimination from the nominations has surprised the public, the inclusion of Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan besides the exclusion of Uruguay and Ajax’s Luis Suarez is set to cause an interesting debate.
Taking into account each player’s 2010 FIFA World Cup achievements, which of them really deserve to be in contention for the first edition of the combined FIFA Player of the Year and Ballon d’Or awards – actually named the FIFA Ballon d’Or? What does Luis Suarez’s omission, in truth, reveals? Is it, in a way or another, as part of the punishment for his unpopular “Hand of the Devil” incident which he boldly defended despite FIFA’s criticism that was based on role model concerns?
Intriguing: FIFA Ballon D’Or 23-Man List Out, But No Rooney, Pique, Or Suarez!
The winner of the FIFA Ballon d’Or award – which is the new combined version of the FIFA Player of the Year and Ballon d’Or awards – will be announced on January 10, 2011. In the meantime, the 23-man shortlist has officially been released by France Football. The world’s reigning best player, Lionel Messi, is part of it and he stands as the favorite to win it.
Bayern Munich’s Thomas Mueller, who impressed for Germany throughout the 2010 World Cup, also has his name in the list while the recently on-fire Cristiano Ronaldo will contend for the prize too. Ghana’s “unlucky” hero Asamoah Gyan is among the three Africans that have been nominated for the FIFA Ballon d’Or where as much as 7 Spanish players have been enlisted for the award as well.
Ghana And Sunderland’s Asamoah Gyan Nominated For African Player Of The Year Award
He stood out as Africa’s most impressive player during the 2010 FIFA World Cup tournament as he powered Ghana into the quarter-finals where an eventful and dramatic game saw Uruguay prevail in a penalty shoot-out. Asamoah Gyan’s three goals and impressive performances saw him nominated for the World Cup Golden Ball award which was eventually won by La Celeste Olimpica’s Diego Forlan.
The Sunderland striker and ex-Rennes player has now been included in a 17-man list for Africa’s biggest individual honor, MTNfootball.com reported. He is one of the hot favorites to succeed Cote d’Ivoire and Chelsea’s Didier Drogba for the CAF African Player of the Year award. Gyan will also become the first Ghanaian to win the prize since Abedi Pele clinched it back in 1992.
2010 FIFA World Cup Predictions: USA-Ghana – 5 Hot Questions – Last 16
Can Ghana reach the Quarterfinals for the first time in World Cup history?
Ghana are just experiencing their second World Cup participation. The first time they entered the tournament, in 2006, they could only reach the last 16, where they were knocked-out by quarterfinalists Brazil subsequent to a 3-0 loss. The match was said to be controversial, but subsequent to pressuring complains on the elites of the Federation International of Football Association; they were given no other choice but to leave Germany just as every other loser was asked to.
In the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Ghana have added their names in the list of qualified teams ahead of the last 16. They jumped in the second round by finishing as runners-up in Group D behind leaders Germany, but above Serbia and Australia. They’ll be fighting the USA this evening in Rustenburg, and if ever the Black Stars were to trample on Bob Bradley’s boys, then they’ll be entering their first ever World Cup quarterfinals.
2010 FIFA World Cup Last 16: USA-Ghana – Group Qualifications, Players To Watch
USA-Ghana: 2010 FIFA World Cup Qualifications from Group C and Group D
How USA qualified from Group C
The United States shockingly topped Group C after outclassing favorites England. Bob Bradley’s boys held the Three Lions to a 1-1 draw on Day 1; in a game which has already transformed into one of the World Cup’s most remembered battles due to goalkeeper Green’s memorable gaff. This defensive and regrettable error from the English gifted USA with a point in their opening match, giving them confidence for the rest of their run in their group.
USA then met Slovenia, and on this occasion, the referee and his decisions turned against the Americans, as they were denied what should have been a fair goal within the time of action. Despite the disappointing controversy, USA still fought to secure a point subsequent to a 2-2 draw; but this meant that they had to win at any rate against the Algerians, as they were dangerously close to a consecutive Round 1 exit.
2010 World Cup: USA-Ghana – Key Player Asamoah Gyan Has No Fear, Watch Out Americans!
Ghana’s key player Gyan may not be able to compare his achievements to those of many other great footballers around the planet. However, the Stade Rennes striker is confident of helping his team to deliver when it matters the most.
Already, Asamoah Gyan can boast of a distinctive record which helped Ghana qualify into the Round of 16. He has been the author of Ghana’s only two goals. Oh, and he got them through the penalty spot. So can’t Asamoah Gyan or any other Ghanaian player score a single goal from open play?
Then if this is the case, if the Black Stars should only thank luck for offering them two spot kicks on their road to the Last 16, why is Gyan so positive about a victory against USA on Saturday?
Bob Bradley’s men constitute a great team that plays entertaining football – full of runs and energy that have been possible through the players’ physical strength. Asamoah Gyan is very much aware of the American’s threat. However, his confidence has been set on his belief in his own team mates.
2010 World Cup: The Top 12 African Players Expected To Shine (Part 2)
1) Steven Pieenar - South Africa
The 28-year-old Everton winger is South Africa’s play maker. He infuses excitement in Bafana Bafana’s play with his dangerous runs and his incredible pace. Steven Pieenar can take advantage of opponents’ mistake from his midfield position and initiate attacks in no time at all. But Pieenar’s weakness comes in front of goal. He can make accurate crosses from any area and angle, but scoring remains a problem. After 46 appearances...