Ghana 2-1 USA

History was made tonight as Ghana became only the third African nation to qualify for the last 8 at a World Cup. It was another resilient performance from the Black Stars who scored first through Kevin Prince-Boateng and an extra-time goal by Asamoah Gyan (his third of the tournament) gave Ghana the win. They now face the challenge of keeping prolific Uruguayans Forlan and Suarez quiet next Friday but if the game is won in midfield rather than attack then expect Ghana to prevail.



Gyan mobbed by Captain Appiah and the other Black Stars after scoring his stunning winner

Ghana v USA

Good luck to Ghana tonight in one of the biggest games in their footballing history. For the second successive World Cup the Black Stars have made it through to the last 16. Last time around they lost valiantly against Brazil but on this occasion the challenge of the USA is undeniably weaker. There are no easy games at this level of course but Ghana will feel like genuine contenders going into the game and will be hopeful of reaching a historic quarter-final. Go Ghana Black Stars we are praying for you!



Paintsil celebrates qualification despite defeat to Germany.

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