Ghana put in a spirited performance in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Germany, but couldn’t get the win they needed. Here’s how we rated the players…
Fatau Dauda – 7 – The goalkeeper came in for Adam Kwarasey and put in a solid display despite conceding twice. Made several good stops and couldn’t do anything about Miroslav Klose’s equaliser.
Harrison Afful – 8 – Put so much energy into the game and didn’t stop running throughout. Looked comfortable defensively as well in an eye-catching performance.
John Boye – 8 – Dominant defensive display for the Black Stars and made several key blocks as well as winning 100% of his aerial duels.
Jonathan Mensah – 7 – Also won 100% of his headers and made a brilliant clearance in front of goal late on.
Kwadwo Asamoah – 7 – Not as effective as he was against the USA but made an incredible last-ditch tackle to deny Thomas Muller in the closing stages.
Mohammed Rabiu – 7 – Combative in midfield and worked hard until substituted as he was tired towards the end of the game.
Sulley Muntari – 7 – A frustrating performance as for all his good work going forward, the former Portsmouth man was complacent when defending and will miss the game against Portugal after picking up a needless yellow card in the last minute.
Christian Atsu – 7 – The Chelsea winger excited again and was better in the final third but grew tired quickly and was taken off with 20 minutes remaining.
Kevin-Prince Boateng – 6 – A disappointing showing from the midfielder who didn’t deliver what was expected of him. Substituted after 50 minutes.
Andre Ayew – 9 – Simply superb. The attacking midfielder got his side level with a brilliant header for his second goal of the tournament and put so much energy and passion in for his country.
Asamoah Gyan – 8 – Took his goal very well and led the line effectively against a powerful German defence.
SUBSTITUTES:
Jordan Ayew – 7 – Added pace to the side after coming on and looked lively. Should have played the pass to Gyan on a break but selfishly went for goal and wasted a great chance.
Mubarak Wakaso – 6 – Came on to add fresh legs but couldn’t make enough of an impact.
Emmanuel Badu – 6 – Wasn’t on the field for long enough to make an impression on the game.
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