Luis Suarez will be considered the saviour of his country when his handball provided
Uruguay with a late chance to advance to the semi-finals. The immediate effect of his keeper-esque save in the 120' was an
Asamoah Gyan penalty, which the Ghanian striker promptly placed on the crossbar and out of play.
Sulley Muntari's 45th minute longshot put Africa's last hope ahead but
Diego Forlan levelled play in the 55' through a cracking free kick. The score remained tied throughout extra time and the match went to penalties.
Uruguay would ultimately win 4-2 after
Ghana missed 2 in a row, neither shot looked convincing. Uruguay will advance to meet
Netherlands in the semi-final on 6 July at 20:30 (CET).
