ghana vs brazil 2009 squad

These gifted forward players are supported by explosive full-backs David Addy and Samuel Inkoom, arguably the tournament’s best right back and provider of numerous assists. Average Goals/Match 1.91 Avg. The holding midfielder had the specific responsibility to restrict this player. Rabiu won his first senior cap for Ghana by coming on as second half substitute in the international friendly with Brazil in September 2011. The ball is at Inkoom’s feet and he attempts to play a difficult, lofted ball into Adiyiah’s path. Addy started his senior club career with Ghanaian side Inter Allies, and was subsequently transferred to Danish Superliga club Randers FC in 2008. Furthermore, Ghana adapted well to Brazil attempting to isolate their striker, Kadlec, on makeshift centreback Badu. Sadly, Adiyiah represents a cautionary tale in the perils of putting youh level hi=ype above sensible decisions. Matters in Egypt come to a head this Friday evening, when two of the pre-tournament favourites go head-to-head for the crown and the glory. The score is 2-1 to Brazil right now; they won the 1993 U-20 World Cup final and the 1997 U-17 World Cup final (inspired by a fresh-faced kid going by the name of Ronaldinho). After his fine display in Egypt,  Inkoom joined FC Basel in the Swiss Super League on a three-year deal but the defender made a switch in January 2011 to  FC Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk in the Ukrainian Premier League. Badu has access to Giuliano in the hole. A large number of the competition’s brightest stars will be on display on Friday, and that should hopefully make for an entertaining game – (after Uruguay vs Argentina I’m not overhyping anything!). I've worked in many different capacities within football and have worked with and interviewed some of the most famous players on the planet. In 2011, he joined Moldovan club Sheriff Tiraspol for their 2011–12 Divizia Naţională season. power to overwhelm teams through name alone? Could the Black Satellites have played a more centrally-orientated game? He received a red card in the final match against Brazil. Alan Kardec’s superb half-volley to win the semi-final against Costa Rica was the high point of an impressive tournament for the youngster. Alex Teixeira may be the name on everyone’s lips but others have shone too. "kokonsa"   clique, By clicking again you agree to our Offensively Ghana sought to counter-attack and create chances via their own full-backs. It is the Satellites against the. privacy policy and European users agree to data transfer policy. He has since featured for Terrassa, Crotone,  Gorica, Gubbio and currently plying his trade with Serie B side Ascoli. Karius has gone on loan and... Gabriel Martinelli: A beacon of hope for Arsenal. We will never know if the Ghanaians could have capitalized on their growing offensive assertiveness in this clash, due to Addo’s red card. Opoku began his career with AshantiGold Soccer Academy in 2005 and was promoted to the senior team a year later. Or to the din of the African drum? You have successfully subscribed to receive the pulse.com.gh newsletter pulse.com.gh, Don't miss a thing, get the latest updates to fuel your conversation daily. His 4–1–3–2 shape was perfect for this. Alan Kardec played ahead of them as a number 9. Brazil’s creative hub was the trio of Alex Teixeira, captain Giuliano and Ganso. After previously losing in the final to Brazil (in 1993) and to Argentina (2001), Ghana finally came good, to become the first African team to win the FIFA U-20 World Cup since the inaugural competition in 1987. has also offered tantalising glimpses of his dazzling abilities. For a tournament of so many shocks, it is in a way comforting to see two of the big guns make it to the final. Also, don’t forget to check back on Just-Football.com when it’s all over (or you could just subscribe ), when we will be taking a look back at some of the best young players of the tournament. It is the Satellites against the Seleção, the champions of Africa against the champions of South America. In October 2013, Quansah terminated his contract with Arsenal Kyiv due to financial constraints. Thanks for the message. He then moved to Asante Kotoko in 2014, helping the Porcupine Warriors to win the league and Cup double that year. The number 10 Giuliano has captained the team with authority and played with the type of flair his shirt number deserves. by Jonathan Fadugba; on October 16, 2009; in Africa, Features, Internationals, Latest, South America, Youth Football; Comments Off on Ghana vs Brazil – 2009 U-20 World Cup Final Preview; So will the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2009 round off to the sound of the samba beat? Though, Friday’s game will be the fourth time Ghana have played Brazil in a major final at youth level. Boampong is now a player of Sekondi Hasaacas. Whilst this made the Brazilians more wing-orientated in attack, the Ghanaians responded effectively. After three months,  the ex-Kotoko defender was traded to Houston Dynamo On June 11, 2015 Inkoom joined Boavista of the Portuguese Primeira Liga on a three-year-deal. Find me @JustFootball / @JFfutbol on Twitter. The Hungarians created a string of chances to nearly rescue what looked a hopeless situation at the break, and this will worry Tetteh ahead of the final. Kassenu also began his career with Liberty Professionals and was loaned out to Swedish club BK Häcken in 2008. When Addo was harshly sent off, Tetteh had to tweak his team. “We’ll do whatever it takes to win the trophy now,” Sellas Tetteh told FIFA. Though their attacking threat was mostly extinguished with the exception of a few counter-attacks, their defensive resilience and organisation were impressive. Required fields are marked *. He is now a first choice centre back for the Black Stars and has formed formidable parnership with John Boye at the heart of defence. He later switched camps to sign for Brekum Chelsea but fail to make his mark with the Blues. This analysis will investigate Ghana’s tactical approach to the final. Ghana vs Brazil – 2009 U-20 World Cup Final Preview. They continued to force Brazil’s creators into unfamiliar parts of the field and into long shots and crosses with their compact block. Poor execution often let the Black Satellites down however. Find out on Friday, kick-off 20.00 local time or 19.00 in the UK. to OGC Nice in 2008. He had to limit the impact of Giuliano. Formerly of Ukrainian side FC Zorya, the 25-year-old was named in Ghana's squad in June 2012 for the double 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zambia but never made it to the bench. Games total 53. Despite glimpses of his talent, he has never really built on the promise he showed in his early days at Heart of Lions and the national U.20 team. Ransfrod Osei was once described by FIFA.com as "an opportunistic goal machine" with superb pace and movement. He made his debut for the Black Stars in their World Cup qualifier against Benin on 28 March, which Ghana won 1–0. Freelance football writer, Scott Geelan, takes a tactical dive into Ghana’s tactics in the final of the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup between the Black Satellites of Ghana and Brazil. The score is 2-1 to. Above, Rabiu and Adiyiah have significant space with the Seleção’s double pivot stretched. Games W/D/L 29 / 16 / 8. On 16 October, 2009, Ghana struck a blow for African pride, defeating Brazil in a penalty shootout Friday at the FIFA U-20 World Cup final in Cairo. A large number of the competition’s brightest stars will be on display on Friday, and that should hopefully make for an entertaining game – (after Uruguay vs Argentina I’m not overhyping anything!). His position at Kotoko was deemed untenable following the arrival of Ernest Sowah, Felix Annan and the presence Eric Ofori Antwi. After featuring for Swansea City for one season, Ayew signed for West Ham United for a club record fee of £20.5 million on a three-year contract in August 2016, with the option of an extra two years. He is currently in Egypt playing for El Gouna, a cllub he joined in 2014. Ghana U20 vs. Brazil U20 - 16 October 2009 - Soccerway. This favoured Ghana’s aerial prowess at the back. Eyewitness? After three year stint with the French club, Quansah signed for Arsenal Kyiv of Ukraine, making just 13 appearances. On 16 August 2016, Rabiu ended his three year stay with Krasnodar after signing a 3 year contract with Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala. Who pens this rubbish.? Clearly a talented player, but has consistently flattered to deceive at Milan, and failed to look like the finished article. Now contracted to Medema SC through 2017, Agei recently confirmed he is in talks to join Bechem United. Nevertheless, you wonder if Ghana’s direct style and wing-orientated chance creation prevented them from exploiting these overloads a little more. Meanwhile, the potential overloads the 4–1–3–2 provided slightly higher up in midfield had both attacking and defensive benefits. After impressing in the U-20 World Cup, Adiyiah joined AC Milan but failed to play a single game for the Serie A giants. Meanwhile, they were starting to grow into the game as an offensive threat. Matheus Henrique: The Brazilian technician who could succeed Arthur at FC Barcelona. In the above image, we see Ghana’s 4–1–3–2 mid-block in action. On 19 August 2008, Dabuo was called up to the Satellites, and was part of the Ghana national under-20 football team that won the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Egypt. Players such as Pelé, Eusébio and Nandór Hidegkuti became superstars in that role. Dabuo was a member of the Ghana national under-17 football team in 2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Korea Republic. In 2010, Badu was selected for his first Africa Cup of Nations as the Black Stars finished runners-up to Egypt, and went on to appear in the 2012 and 2013 editions of the tournament, with the team twice recording fourth-placed finishes. The man who ended Africa's long, painful 22 years without a trophy, with his winning penalty for the Black Satellites  to secure the World Youth title in 2009. Addae made three appearances at the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup, and made his senior international debut for Ghana in 2010. Ghana utilised a 4–1–3–2 formation in the final. Despite being a man down, Ghana held firm. Ghana became more defensive as the match wore on, with left-back Ghandy Khassenu being brought on to play left midfield, whilst Bright Addae would later replace Rabiu. With Brazil’s double pivot being unambitious passers, Ghana were able to force their opponents to attempt crosses to create chances; a low percentage approach. The former Wa All Stars goalie has lost to his first choice position to Black Stars shot stopper Fatau Dauda since the beginning of the second half of the season. Or to the din of the African drum? The striker scored 12 goals in 16 games in his first season and was a nominee for Player of the Year in 2008. When Brazil attacked down the wings, Ghana moved to more of a true 4–4–2 formation, with the wide midfielders helping the full-backs. Until Gyan was sent off - his second yellow card was for diving - Brazil did not look like adding to their tally, a Pantsil header at his own goal a rare venture into the Ghana penalty area. Ivan Toney analysis: Rangers, Celtic & Brentford in for Peterborough hotshot striker but how good is he? The Brazil national under-20 football team, also known as Brazil Sub-20 or Seleção Sub-20, represents Brazil in association football at this age level and is controlled by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).. We have the required fitness, and we have the necessary determination.”, Nice words, but will Ghana be fearless enough to stand up to the famous Brazil, who I stated earlier in the tournament seem to have the, After all, this is no great shakes for the. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Three years later, he joined another Qatari club Al-Ahli on a three-month loan deal from Al Sadd. Sunday, 16th October 2016, marks exactly SEVEN years since the Black Satellites made history in the world and Pulse Sports writer Isaac Darko takes a look as to where the historic 21 man squad of Ghana are now.

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