World Cup 2014 Brasil - Clint Dempsey scored in the first minute and rookie substitute John Brooks scored a late game winner as the U.S. defeated Ghana 2-1 Monday in the World Cup opener for both.
The victory gave the Americans some revenge against the tiny West African county that knocked them out of the last two World Cups and put the U.S. and Germany on top of the Group G, with Ghana and Portugal at the bottom.
Dempsey's goal came on a low shot just a half-minute into the match. Ghana dominated much the rest of the game, and Andre Ayew leveled in the 82nd minute.
Just four minutes later, Brooks - a 21-year-old defender who came on at halftime because Matt Besler was injured - scored off a corner from Graham Zusi. It was the first time an American sub had ever scored in the World Cup.
''I said it to the bench minutes before, `We're going to get some chances still,''' U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann said. ''So we are still in the game after the equalizer, we just need to kind of push and push and grind it out. That's what they did. Here comes a set piece we trained over and over and over that stuff. And he puts it in, so well deserved.''
Dempsey, Brooks give US 2-1 win over Ghana
Dempsey's goal made him the first U.S. player to score in three different World Cups and was
the fastest ever scored by an American in the tournament. DaMarcus Beasley, who became the first American to play in four World Cups, started the buildup to Dempsey's goal with a pass to Jermaine Jones, who fed it to Dempsey inside the penalty area.
With a nifty move to split defenders John Boye and Sulley Muntari, Dempsey sent the left-footed shot past goalkeeper Adam Kwarasey, where the ball bounced off the post and in. Already ahead after the game had barely started, the Americans looked well on their way to erasing eight years of frustration caused by Ghana.
The Black Stars regrouped at halftime, and the U.S. looked punchless on the attack after losing striker Jozy Altidore to an apparent hamstring injury in the 21st minute.Ghana applied relentless pressure on U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard and finally drew even when captain Asamoah Gyan flicked a backheel pass to Ayew, who used the outside of his left foot for a powerful shot.
Ghana was still pressing when Brooks, 6-foot-3, soared over defenders to get his head on the ball. Brooks, who plays for Hertha Berlin in the Bundesliga, appeared shocked to have scored, raising his hands to his head before falling to the ground to be mobbed by his teammates.
''What I can say is it was a very tough game,'' Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah said. ''Playing at this level any little mistake can cost you dearly. We didn't deserve to get the first goal against us.''
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World Cup 2014 Brasil - Clint Dempsey scored in the first minute and rookie substitute John Brooks scored a late game winner as the U.S. defeated Ghana 2-1 Monday in the World Cup opener for both.
The victory gave the Americans some revenge against the tiny West African county that knocked them out of the last two World Cups and put the U.S. and Germany on top of the Group G, with Ghana and Portugal at the bottom.
Dempsey's goal came on a low shot just a half-minute into the match. Ghana dominated much the rest of the game, and Andre Ayew leveled in the 82nd minute.
Just four minutes later, Brooks - a 21-year-old defender who came on at halftime because Matt Besler was injured - scored off a corner from Graham Zusi. It was the first time an American sub had ever scored in the World Cup.
''I said it to the bench minutes before, `We're going to get some chances still,''' U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann said. ''So we are still in the game after the equalizer, we just need to kind of push and push and grind it out. That's what they did. Here comes a set piece we trained over and over and over that stuff. And he puts it in, so well deserved.''
Dempsey, Brooks give US 2-1 win over Ghana
Dempsey's goal made him the first U.S. player to score in three different World Cups and was
the fastest ever scored by an American in the tournament. DaMarcus Beasley, who became the first American to play in four World Cups, started the buildup to Dempsey's goal with a pass to Jermaine Jones, who fed it to Dempsey inside the penalty area.
With a nifty move to split defenders John Boye and Sulley Muntari, Dempsey sent the left-footed shot past goalkeeper Adam Kwarasey, where the ball bounced off the post and in. Already ahead after the game had barely started, the Americans looked well on their way to erasing eight years of frustration caused by Ghana.
The Black Stars regrouped at halftime, and the U.S. looked punchless on the attack after losing striker Jozy Altidore to an apparent hamstring injury in the 21st minute.Ghana applied relentless pressure on U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard and finally drew even when captain Asamoah Gyan flicked a backheel pass to Ayew, who used the outside of his left foot for a powerful shot.
Ghana was still pressing when Brooks, 6-foot-3, soared over defenders to get his head on the ball. Brooks, who plays for Hertha Berlin in the Bundesliga, appeared shocked to have scored, raising his hands to his head before falling to the ground to be mobbed by his teammates.
''What I can say is it was a very tough game,'' Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah said. ''Playing at this level any little mistake can cost you dearly. We didn't deserve to get the first goal against us.''
For additional local
football standings visit kora.
Uruguay finally emerged as winners of the Copa America 2011, after the final contra Paraguay, La Celeste won a landslide victory 3-0.
Duel held in Estadion Monumental, Monday (07/25/2011) pm dawn. Uruguay already 2-0 in the first half through goals from Luis Suarez and Diego Forlan.Forlan produced one goal in the second half.
With this victory will be a successful country Uruguay in South America's Copa America title with a collection of most of 15. This double world champion winning a trophy for Argentina and seven from Brazil.
The game
Uruguay had made threats in the first minute after Luis Suarez utilize the heat in front of goal Paraguay. But the kick can still be defeated Justo Villar and fruitful corner.
From that situation, Diego Forlan sends the ball to the front of the goal mouth and welcomed Diego Lugano's header which could still be blocked Villar.
In the 12th minute Uruguay finally able to open the score. Starting line behind Paraguay imperfections in the ball sweep, the skin round Suarez fell to the feet.With one touch, Suarez then fired a left foot shot hit the foot of the player horizontally before sinking into the nets Villar.
In the 32nd minute Forlan who got the breakthrough bait Suarez nearly double the advantage his team. Unfortunately deftly Villar able to block the ball with his chest.
Four minutes after that Suarez had scoring chances. Getting feedback on the left side of the opponent's defense, Suarez outwit Veron and then release the right-foot shot that just targeting the side of the net.
Forlan! Finally, long-haired striker was successfully end the fasting goal in the Copa America. In the 42nd minute bait Egidio Arevalo Rios measured immediately greeted kick hard left foot flat and Villar only be stunned to see his goal conceded.
Paraguay was almost cut the gap at the 54th minute volley suppose Nelson Valdez did not hit the crossbar Fernando Muslera.
Villar goalkeeper saves with one arm of Sebastien Eguren kick in the 75th minute.
Finally ensure achievement Uruguay Copa America trophy after Forlan in the 90th minute scored his second goal to complete a quick counter attack which was built Edinson Cavani and Suarez.
Lineup
Uruguay: Muslera; Pereira, Lugano, Coates, Caceres; Perez (Eguren 70 '), Rios, Gonzales, A. Pereira (Cavani 63 '); Forlan, Suarez
Paraguay: Villar; Piris, Da Silva, Veron, Marecos; Ortigoza, Riveros, Caceres (Estigarribia 64 '), Vera (Perez 64'); Valdez, Zeballos (Barrios 76 ')c
Uruguay finally emerged as winners of the Copa America 2011, after the final contra Paraguay, La Celeste won a landslide victory 3-0.
Duel held in Estadion Monumental, Monday (07/25/2011) pm dawn. Uruguay already 2-0 in the first half through goals from Luis Suarez and Diego Forlan.Forlan produced one goal in the second half.
With this victory will be a successful country Uruguay in South America's Copa America title with a collection of most of 15. This double world champion winning a trophy for Argentina and seven from Brazil.
The game
Uruguay had made threats in the first minute after Luis Suarez utilize the heat in front of goal Paraguay. But the kick can still be defeated Justo Villar and fruitful corner.
From that situation, Diego Forlan sends the ball to the front of the goal mouth and welcomed Diego Lugano's header which could still be blocked Villar.
In the 12th minute Uruguay finally able to open the score. Starting line behind Paraguay imperfections in the ball sweep, the skin round Suarez fell to the feet.With one touch, Suarez then fired a left foot shot hit the foot of the player horizontally before sinking into the nets Villar.
In the 32nd minute Forlan who got the breakthrough bait Suarez nearly double the advantage his team. Unfortunately deftly Villar able to block the ball with his chest.
Four minutes after that Suarez had scoring chances. Getting feedback on the left side of the opponent's defense, Suarez outwit Veron and then release the right-foot shot that just targeting the side of the net.
Forlan! Finally, long-haired striker was successfully end the fasting goal in the Copa America. In the 42nd minute bait Egidio Arevalo Rios measured immediately greeted kick hard left foot flat and Villar only be stunned to see his goal conceded.
Paraguay was almost cut the gap at the 54th minute volley suppose Nelson Valdez did not hit the crossbar Fernando Muslera.
Villar goalkeeper saves with one arm of Sebastien Eguren kick in the 75th minute.
Finally ensure achievement Uruguay Copa America trophy after Forlan in the 90th minute scored his second goal to complete a quick counter attack which was built Edinson Cavani and Suarez.
Lineup
Uruguay: Muslera; Pereira, Lugano, Coates, Caceres; Perez (Eguren 70 '), Rios, Gonzales, A. Pereira (Cavani 63 '); Forlan, Suarez
Paraguay: Villar; Piris, Da Silva, Veron, Marecos; Ortigoza, Riveros, Caceres (Estigarribia 64 '), Vera (Perez 64'); Valdez, Zeballos (Barrios 76 ')c
With three goals already made Luis Suarez was in pole position to win the title oftop scorer in the Copa America 2011. The striker did not want to think about the gold shoes because the focus is ushered La Celeste So champion.
Suarez made three goals along the whole mat the Copa America he madeagainst Peru. The first came in the group phase while the other two are created inthe semifinal.
With three goals that Suarez is now standing on the top scorers list withArgentina forward Sergio Aguero. But given the Tango was frozen out in thequarterfinal, title fertile players have almost certainly become the Liverpool striker.
Moreover, until now no Paraguayan player who has scored more than one goal.That means five players, each of which Paraguay had scored one goal, it took an additional three more goals to surpass what has been created Suarez in the final match this weekend.
But bringing home the gold shoes to Uruguay did not want to think about Suarez.The most important thing for him is the team unity, and in this case is wonchampionship titles.
"Being top scorer is not important for me - the biggest problem is a dream withthis team to win the Copa. These things are personal affairs of both," said Suarezin the AFP.
The success of a champion Uruguay Copa America will take to be the most successful team in the championship. At present Uruguay and Argentina bothhave collected 14 titles.
"We will not forget that title but we're thinking about today, tetantang how to win.Uruguay will not waste time by celebrating success in the past and who had wontitles," continues Suarez.
With three goals already made Luis Suarez was in pole position to win the title oftop scorer in the Copa America 2011. The striker did not want to think about the gold shoes because the focus is ushered La Celeste So champion.
Suarez made three goals along the whole mat the Copa America he madeagainst Peru. The first came in the group phase while the other two are created inthe semifinal.
With three goals that Suarez is now standing on the top scorers list withArgentina forward Sergio Aguero. But given the Tango was frozen out in thequarterfinal, title fertile players have almost certainly become the Liverpool striker.
Moreover, until now no Paraguayan player who has scored more than one goal.That means five players, each of which Paraguay had scored one goal, it took an additional three more goals to surpass what has been created Suarez in the final match this weekend.
But bringing home the gold shoes to Uruguay did not want to think about Suarez.The most important thing for him is the team unity, and in this case is wonchampionship titles.
"Being top scorer is not important for me - the biggest problem is a dream withthis team to win the Copa. These things are personal affairs of both," said Suarezin the AFP.
The success of a champion Uruguay Copa America will take to be the most successful team in the championship. At present Uruguay and Argentina bothhave collected 14 titles.
"We will not forget that title but we're thinking about today, tetantang how to win.Uruguay will not waste time by celebrating success in the past and who had wontitles," continues Suarez.
Venezuela advanced to the semi-finals of the Copa America 2011 after defeating Chile 2-1 in the quarterfinals. He had awaited Vinotinto Paraguay in the last four.
In the match at the Estadio del Bicentenario on Monday (7/18/2011) morning local time, Venezuela was superior in the 34th minute. Juan Arango free kick with his head Vizcarrondo successfully forwarded to tear the goal of Chile.
Chile had a good chance in the 45th minute. Welcoming Luis Jimenez free kick, header from Pablo Contreras can still be countered Renny Vicente Vega.
Until the first half ended, the position has not changed. Venezuela is still winning 1-0.
In the second half, Chile and Venezuela continued to press the defense chasing an equalizing goal.
Humberto Suazo shot from inside the penalty box on 54 minutes to still hit the crossbar. Three minutes later, kicking Jorge Valdivia was also thwarted the goalposts.
Opportunity acquired Gary Medel in the 68th minute a goal yet. Header from a free kick forward leads right into the arms of Valdivia Vega.
Two minutes later, Venezuela wicket burst as well. Vega this time was unable to stem the Suazo shot from inside the penalty box.
Venezuela re-took the lead in the 81st minute. Arango's free kick can still be driven Claudio Bravo, but throw the ball directly struck by Gabriel Cíchero.
A minute later, Chile had to play with ten men after Medel players sent off. He got a second yellow card after a deliberate handball doing.
In injury time, Venezuela lost one player. Tomás Rincón sent off for receiving a second yellow card.
Paraguay who overthrew Brazil in the quarterfinals was waiting Venezuela. This is a test Group B match, in which both teams played a 3-3 draw.
The composition of players:
Chile: Claudio Andrés Bravo, Pablo Contreras, Waldo Ponce, Gonzalo Jara (Esteban Paredes 60 '), Carlos Carmona (Jorge Valdivia 45'), Luis Antonio Jiménez (Carlos Munoz 83 '), Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel, Mauricio Isla, AlexisSánchez, Humberto Suazo
Venezuela: Renny Vicente Vega, Oswaldo Vizcarrondo, Grenddy Perozo, Roberto Rosales, Gabriel Cíchero, Juan Fernando Arango, Franklin Lucena, César González (Alejandro Moreno 89 '), Tomás Rincón, Giancarlos Maldonado (Luis Seijas 63'), Miku (Salomon Rondon 59 ')
Venezuela advanced to the semi-finals of the Copa America 2011 after defeating Chile 2-1 in the quarterfinals. He had awaited Vinotinto Paraguay in the last four.
In the match at the Estadio del Bicentenario on Monday (7/18/2011) morning local time, Venezuela was superior in the 34th minute. Juan Arango free kick with his head Vizcarrondo successfully forwarded to tear the goal of Chile.
Chile had a good chance in the 45th minute. Welcoming Luis Jimenez free kick, header from Pablo Contreras can still be countered Renny Vicente Vega.
Until the first half ended, the position has not changed. Venezuela is still winning 1-0.
In the second half, Chile and Venezuela continued to press the defense chasing an equalizing goal.
Humberto Suazo shot from inside the penalty box on 54 minutes to still hit the crossbar. Three minutes later, kicking Jorge Valdivia was also thwarted the goalposts.
Opportunity acquired Gary Medel in the 68th minute a goal yet. Header from a free kick forward leads right into the arms of Valdivia Vega.
Two minutes later, Venezuela wicket burst as well. Vega this time was unable to stem the Suazo shot from inside the penalty box.
Venezuela re-took the lead in the 81st minute. Arango's free kick can still be driven Claudio Bravo, but throw the ball directly struck by Gabriel Cíchero.
A minute later, Chile had to play with ten men after Medel players sent off. He got a second yellow card after a deliberate handball doing.
In injury time, Venezuela lost one player. Tomás Rincón sent off for receiving a second yellow card.
Paraguay who overthrew Brazil in the quarterfinals was waiting Venezuela. This is a test Group B match, in which both teams played a 3-3 draw.
The composition of players:
Chile: Claudio Andrés Bravo, Pablo Contreras, Waldo Ponce, Gonzalo Jara (Esteban Paredes 60 '), Carlos Carmona (Jorge Valdivia 45'), Luis Antonio Jiménez (Carlos Munoz 83 '), Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel, Mauricio Isla, AlexisSánchez, Humberto Suazo
Venezuela: Renny Vicente Vega, Oswaldo Vizcarrondo, Grenddy Perozo, Roberto Rosales, Gabriel Cíchero, Juan Fernando Arango, Franklin Lucena, César González (Alejandro Moreno 89 '), Tomás Rincón, Giancarlos Maldonado (Luis Seijas 63'), Miku (Salomon Rondon 59 ')
Surprises happen again in the Copa America. After a goalless in normal time and extra period, Paraguay beat Brazil on penalties with the score 2-0.
Brazil actually appear very dominant in a match that was held at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata, on Monday (07/18/2011) pm dawn. Since the first half they continued to press and had plenty of chances to break the opponent's goal.
But all these efforts successfully broken defense Paraguay goalkeeper Justo Villar and that look good under the rule. When the game had settled on penalties, Samba instead be eliminated after losing by a score of 2-0.
No less surprising is the failure of the first executor of Brazil kicked four penalties, ie, Elano, Thiago Silva, Andre Santos and Fred. While in camp Paraguay after the failure of Edgar Barreto, two other executor and Cristian Riveros Marcelo Estigarribia successful goalkeeper Julio Cesar.
Brazil went on a surprise defeat of Copa America quarter-finals. Yesterday candidates other champions, Argentina also fell in the hands of Uruguay through race-high five tosan.
The game
Brazil first have the opportunity to make goals in six minutes through Neymar.Mental kick got the ball which hit the defender Alexandre Pato opponent, Neymar kick from outside the penalty box of thin float over the crossbar.
Furthermore, quick passing game continued to press Brazil Paraguay defense.Duo Pato and Neymar several times to spread threats in the heart of the defense, but the tenacity wicket rearguard Paraguay make them safe.
Score was almost turned into a 1-0 in 32 minutes when Lucio managed to grab the bait free kick in the face of goal. Pilfer the ball dropping in front of goal, the skin round it leads right into the goalkeeper Justo Villar. There was no goal and score the last 0-0.
At the beginning of the second half, exactly 48 minutes Neymar again waste the opportunity. Starting from an attack that is built up with neat, the steriker escaped from the Guard when stabbed in the right side. Had Paraguah deceive defender, sought after Real Madrid players kicking it from inside the box body Terhadang defenders in front of goal.
Paraguay then constantly pressured and forced to play on the field itself. Yet Brazil still not able to score the opening goal of excellence. The only chance of Paraguay is a free-kick in the face of the penalty box, which is then wasted as the ball hit the wall of life.
A brilliant rescue keeper Villar done in 72 minutes. Facing one on one with the release Pato volley in front of goal after a free kick to feed, the skin round kick The Ducks can still be blocked Villar use his legs.
Cooperation between Pato and Robinho almost Paraguay goalkeeper on 81 minutes. Managed to catch bait breakthrough Robinho in the penalty box, kick Pato still hit the goalkeeper's body Villar advanced narrow range. Mental sphere of the event is still trying Pato directed into the goal with his head, but the direction of Pato's header hit the side just outside the goal.
Not long ago headed a free kick Fred's continued feedback is likely to tear the nets Paraguay. But right at the goal line defender Paraguay successfully menghalaunya out using the head.
0-0 score forcing the game continues into extra time. But just like a normal period of 2 x 45 minutes, both teams failed to put the ball into the goal. Matches must be completed through on penalties.
Poor for Brazil, the fourth executor of the first penalty they passed none of which can break down the Paraguay goalkeeper. Elano kick drifted away, the execution is blocked while Thiago Silva Andre Santos and Fred's efforts also led to failure.
While in camp Paraguay, Edgar Barreto had time to make his team upset for failing his duty as executor of the first. But Marcelo Estigarribia and Cristian Riveros being able to complete the task perfectly by deceiving Cesar and give Paraguay a 2-0 victory.
Teams
Brazil: Julio Cesar, Maicon, Lucio, Thiago Silva, Andre Santos, Lucas Leiva, Ramires, Neymar (Fred, 79), Ganso (Lucas, 99), Robinho, Alexandre Pato (Elano, 110).
Paraguay: Justo Villar, Paulo da Silva, Dario Veron, Aureliano Torres (Elvis Marecos, 70), Antolin Alcaraz, Cristian Riveros, Enrique Vera (Edgar Barreto, 62), Victor Caceres, Marcelo Estigarribia, Lucas Barrios (Hernan Perez, 82) , Nelson Haedo Valdez.
Surprises happen again in the Copa America. After a goalless in normal time and extra period, Paraguay beat Brazil on penalties with the score 2-0.
Brazil actually appear very dominant in a match that was held at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata, on Monday (07/18/2011) pm dawn. Since the first half they continued to press and had plenty of chances to break the opponent's goal.
But all these efforts successfully broken defense Paraguay goalkeeper Justo Villar and that look good under the rule. When the game had settled on penalties, Samba instead be eliminated after losing by a score of 2-0.
No less surprising is the failure of the first executor of Brazil kicked four penalties, ie, Elano, Thiago Silva, Andre Santos and Fred. While in camp Paraguay after the failure of Edgar Barreto, two other executor and Cristian Riveros Marcelo Estigarribia successful goalkeeper Julio Cesar.
Brazil went on a surprise defeat of Copa America quarter-finals. Yesterday candidates other champions, Argentina also fell in the hands of Uruguay through race-high five tosan.
The game
Brazil first have the opportunity to make goals in six minutes through Neymar.Mental kick got the ball which hit the defender Alexandre Pato opponent, Neymar kick from outside the penalty box of thin float over the crossbar.
Furthermore, quick passing game continued to press Brazil Paraguay defense.Duo Pato and Neymar several times to spread threats in the heart of the defense, but the tenacity wicket rearguard Paraguay make them safe.
Score was almost turned into a 1-0 in 32 minutes when Lucio managed to grab the bait free kick in the face of goal. Pilfer the ball dropping in front of goal, the skin round it leads right into the goalkeeper Justo Villar. There was no goal and score the last 0-0.
At the beginning of the second half, exactly 48 minutes Neymar again waste the opportunity. Starting from an attack that is built up with neat, the steriker escaped from the Guard when stabbed in the right side. Had Paraguah deceive defender, sought after Real Madrid players kicking it from inside the box body Terhadang defenders in front of goal.
Paraguay then constantly pressured and forced to play on the field itself. Yet Brazil still not able to score the opening goal of excellence. The only chance of Paraguay is a free-kick in the face of the penalty box, which is then wasted as the ball hit the wall of life.
A brilliant rescue keeper Villar done in 72 minutes. Facing one on one with the release Pato volley in front of goal after a free kick to feed, the skin round kick The Ducks can still be blocked Villar use his legs.
Cooperation between Pato and Robinho almost Paraguay goalkeeper on 81 minutes. Managed to catch bait breakthrough Robinho in the penalty box, kick Pato still hit the goalkeeper's body Villar advanced narrow range. Mental sphere of the event is still trying Pato directed into the goal with his head, but the direction of Pato's header hit the side just outside the goal.
Not long ago headed a free kick Fred's continued feedback is likely to tear the nets Paraguay. But right at the goal line defender Paraguay successfully menghalaunya out using the head.
0-0 score forcing the game continues into extra time. But just like a normal period of 2 x 45 minutes, both teams failed to put the ball into the goal. Matches must be completed through on penalties.
Poor for Brazil, the fourth executor of the first penalty they passed none of which can break down the Paraguay goalkeeper. Elano kick drifted away, the execution is blocked while Thiago Silva Andre Santos and Fred's efforts also led to failure.
While in camp Paraguay, Edgar Barreto had time to make his team upset for failing his duty as executor of the first. But Marcelo Estigarribia and Cristian Riveros being able to complete the task perfectly by deceiving Cesar and give Paraguay a 2-0 victory.
Teams
Brazil: Julio Cesar, Maicon, Lucio, Thiago Silva, Andre Santos, Lucas Leiva, Ramires, Neymar (Fred, 79), Ganso (Lucas, 99), Robinho, Alexandre Pato (Elano, 110).
Paraguay: Justo Villar, Paulo da Silva, Dario Veron, Aureliano Torres (Elvis Marecos, 70), Antolin Alcaraz, Cristian Riveros, Enrique Vera (Edgar Barreto, 62), Victor Caceres, Marcelo Estigarribia, Lucas Barrios (Hernan Perez, 82) , Nelson Haedo Valdez.
