Jun 26 4:33p by Richard Farley
Three minutes into extra time, a ball played behind the United States defense saw Asamoah Gyan beat Jay DeMerit and Stade Rennes teammate Carlos Bocanegra to the ball, with Gyan's half-volley into the top of the net from ten yards out giving Ghana a 2-1, extra time lead.
Gyan ran across the face of his club teammate and beat the defender to a ball that bounded behind DeMerit. Gyan held off DeMerit to finish past Howard, giving Ghana a lead in the 93rd minute.
It was Gyan's third goal of the World Cup, tying him for the tournament's lead.
Ghana continues to lead 2-1 in the 97th minute.
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World Cup 2010, United States Vs. Ghana: Asamoah Gyan's Third Goal Of Tournament Gives Black Stars Extra Time Lead
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Had everything you need to score in extra time
Some luck, slow reaction from defense, and a skillful finish.
Just because some might think there was a handball the reply shows that it hit just on his chest next to his shoulder blade which is fair game.
by Roa on Jun 26, 2010 4:44 PM EDT reply actions
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