What country does he play for? But for passing, substitute finishing. It's a very nervy start for USA, they haven't settled at all in Rustenburg. Bocanegra is booked for a late challenge on Gyan. Hungarian whistleblower Viktor Kassai gets us under way at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg as these boys fight for the right to face Uruguay in the quarter-finals. And he made a critical error even selecting Findley, much less starting him. And when a team consistently begins matches half a step slow and concedes early goals, the blame lies nowhere but on the coach. There is pressure, but it's more excitement - we can't wait to get out there and win the game. Despite the loss, USA deserves praise for its guts in South Africa. They are looking for moments of individual brilliance. Sulley Muntari is on; Inkoom is off. This is unlike the Germany game where I couldn't even sit.". | Report abuse. He gets it all wrong and the ball flies out of play, much to Boateng's disgust. That almost rises to the level of Greg Ryan starting Scurry over Solo. Howto: http://www.online-tech-tips.com/google-softwaretips/how-to-create-an-online-survey-for-free-using-google-docs/, Posted by: garbageout | June 26, 2010 6:08 PM Why didn’t Ghana get England? | Report abuse. Jamie Carragher returns from suspension, while Ledley King has recovered from a groin strain and Matthew Upson, who played in the 1-0 win over Slovenia, is also vying for contention. I would rather see Freddy Adu. Landon Donovan steps up and coolly slots in-off the left-hand post with Richard Kingson going the wrong way. Brilliant defending. By the way Bornstein was a fine choice, there's no reason anyone should be critical of that one today. We finished 1st in our group and played the most entertaining matches of the tournament. | Report abuse. I think BB made three errors in the tournament: starting Clark, starting Torres and being overly loyal to Altidore. Tuesday kickaround: Marquez to Red Bulls, World Cup fines, USA-Brazil updates, Champions Leagues, Uruguayan to MLS? So we now have our first 2010 World Cup quarter-final sorted out: it's going to be Uruguay v Ghana at Soccer City in Johannesburg at 1930 BST on Friday. I feel a bit awkward watching them grieve, but I wonder how long they'll stay there for. ", "The USA have come back before today and they’ve done it several times in this tournament already, but have they got enough emotional energy to do it again? They were disgraceful, and their pathetic, unsportsmanlike cheating detracted from what could have been a sublime win. The team did great but I am left with the sense that we were capable of more, if properly managed. Bornstein on the left was tremendous--I like that decision--but Clark and Finley were not inspired selections. Gotta be worth a try, hasn’t it? The camera cuts to a rueful Ricardo Clark on the US bench, what a stage on which to be hauled off so early. Those who are critical of Dempsey's work rate and/or ability need to seriously study the DVR of today's game. Big respect to both teams.". | Report abuse. USA are taking every opportunity to plough the ball into the Ghana box - but another Ghanaian goes down, this time Samuel Inkoom. Coach Bradley had been decisive in his withdrawal of Clark and replaced striker Findley with midfield Benny Feilhaber at the break, pushing Dempsey into a more advanced position. Fans rallied across the country in support of the U.S. soccer team. Posted by: Ivanovich84 | June 27, 2010 2:19 AM Not a good couple of moments for Ricardo Clark as he crashes into Kevin-Prince Boateng and picks up the first booking of the evening. Sorry you're too insecure to join the party. We’ve only got 15 games left, so don’t waste it while it’s here. Easily the MOM for the USA. Posted by: VirginiaFan | June 26, 2010 5:54 PM They're like the anti-Arsenal. A flick-on catches Jay DeMerit out and Kwadwo Asamoah is in on the left of the USA penalty area, his left-foot shot drawing a brilliant save with his right leg from Tim Howard. The teams are officially warming up and we're officially just moments away from the second last-16 clash at the 2010 World Cup. Ghana are keeping the ball well and drawing the occasional foul. Duh duh duuuuuuh. I love us. 51st minute: As this game wears on, and the U.S. looks to add more pressure on Ghana, it will be interesting to observe how the Black Stars respond. Game stats are here . Back under way in Rustenburg and USA have made a change at the break, with Benny Feilhaber coming on for Robbie Findley. 13th minute: The camera pans to Bill Clinton and Mick Jagger enjoying a chat in the President's box. Posted by: fischy | June 27, 2010 11:54 AM John Kalu from PH, Nigeria: "Whoever wins this game between Ghana and USA, I will be the loser. Start sticking pins in your Blanco voodoo dolls, because Mexico MUST lose to Argentina tomorrow. Altidore tussled with John Mensah as Ghana struggled to deal with a long ball - and despite going to ground the US striker almost scored with a low strike. Gyan has put Ghana ahead, 2-1, with a great run and finish. Even if the keeper went the right way he has no chance. 53rd minute: The U.S. has shown signs of life in this half, if you can believe it. I just don't understand it--our best lineup was clearly the one we went with against Algeria. Typicalgermans: "I've got a feeling Capello will go with King alongside Terry as that was his first option after Rio got injured. KPB races on to a through ball and it takes two USA defenders to keep him at bay - but the ball breaks to Asamoah on the right and with Boateng heading into the middle, he just needs to play a pass into the area for his team-mate. Disagree strongly with fire Bradley. Ghana will play in the semi-final at least - but the cup belongs to Maradona's Argentina.". USA boss Bob Bradley makes two changes to the side that dramatically beat Algeria on Wednesday, with midfielder Ricardo Clark replacing Maurice Edu and Robbie Findley - who returns from a one-match ban - taking his place up front, relegating Herculez Gomez to the bench. Posted by: calvester | June 26, 2010 6:34 PM It's an unfortunate goal for the Americans. Kevin-Prince Boateng has another pop, this one a first-time hit from 25 yards that's easy for Tim Howard to deal with. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Aasmoah was caught by Carlos Bocanegra after he shot, and he needs some treatment. And by the way, Michael Bradley was outstanding until he got gassed in OT. The U.S. is here after winning Group C. Ghana finished second in Group D to Germany, and will be the fan favorite today as the only African country left in the tournament. Their main strength is the unity of the team. The Americans are on top. Back to the unacceptable face of football - after Fernando Torres' gamesmanship on Friday, this time replays show that in injury time, Jozy Altidore tripped over his own feet when Andre Ayew was cautioned. From ffc2004: "That running track was made for Pantsil's lap of honour! The US are regarded as being an extremely fit team. Furthermore, it has won every battle in the midfield -- including the play that led to Boateng's goal. Anyway, we lost because of our suspect defense. But I certainly don't think we're going to get anybody much better. That last goal just hurts, they were just kicking it up in the air and next its in the back of the net. That might count in their favour.". I think so unless he was injured. Suppose you can't really blame them, on the brink of a first World Cup quarter-final appearance. There are boos from some Americans in the stadium, and the players aren't too happy either.   After he was withdrawn, Clark was congratulated by all his team-mates on the bench like a best man by his mates after a stinker of a speech.