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World Cup News :: Ghana qualify for 2010 World Cup Finals with win over Sudan

Posted on 2009-09-07 by Gooner

Ghana became the first African nation to qualify for the 2010 World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Sudan in Accra sealed their place in the finals.

Ghana, known as "The Black Stars", made their first finals appearance at the 2006 tournament in Germany, booked their ticket to South Africa after Benin and Mali could only manage a 1-1 draw during their game earlier in the day.

That left Ghana needing a win at the Ohene Djan Stadium and, in front of a capacity 45,000 spectators, they did not disappoint.

Inter Milan midfielder Sulley Muntari broke the deadlock after 13 minutes, before Chelsea star Michael Essien doubled the advantage after 53 minutes to make it four wins from four for the west Africans in Group D.

Ghana join hosts South Africa, Brazil, Holland, Japan, Australia, South Korea and North Korea in the finals, becoming the eighth confirmed finalists.

Sourced From : SportingLife.com

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