Johannesburg - Uruguay prestige as drowned after capturing the trophy in 1950. Hope to repeat success ever grow in 1970. Unfortunately, the dream to play in the final after both won trophies aground on subjugated Brazil 3-1 semi-final match.
Though they failed, which was achieved in the semi-final ticket in 1970 was the highest achievement of La Celeste Caps-epithet-Uruguay World Cup in 40 years. Because, after 1970, Uruguay's presence at the World Cup was nothing more than cheerleaders.
Well, chances to repeat the achievement in 1970 will open early in the morning. Oscar Washington Tabarez upbringing squad that will face Ghana in the quarter-finals (RCTI live at 1:30 pm). But, like Uruguay, nicknamed The Black Stars of Ghana-any-have high ambitions in the game. Ghana, which became the only African representative in the knockout phase of the historical record to excel. They are motivated to become the first African representative competing in the World Cup semi-final. So far, the best achievement of African teams at the World Cup only to the quarter-finals. Namely, Cameroon in 1990 and Senegal (2002).
"Many say we are depressed at the thought of a row of ambition. But, we did not think about the pressure. We've played well at the African Nations Cup. We remain relaxed," said Milovan Rajevac, coach of Ghana, as reported by Canadian Press.
In later matches, two coaches have to change the formation. That is because Ghana and Uruguay are both missing key players. Uruguayan defender Diego Godin was lost because of a groin injury. His position will be replaced by Mauricio Victorino. Meanwhile, in the stronghold of Ghana, Rajevac certainly can not reduce Dede Ayew and Jonathan Mensah affected by suspension. Therefore, Isacc Vorsah will be encouraged to fill the position Mensah, while Sulley Muntari will replace the role Ayew.
"We must not be complacent. They have a fast striker, sharp, and experienced.'s Not easy to stem the Luis Suarez and Diego Forlan," explained Hans Sarpei, senior defender Ghana.
In addition to a great front line, Uruguay has a strong defense. Evidently, during the group stage, they have never conceded. Forlan any rate, many factors that make self and his colleagues can go this far. Among these are the factors Tabarez. "We have coaches that calm and full of experience. Atmosphere World Cup had he felt during the 1990 World Cup," said Forlan. "Also, before the World Cup, I see a great harmony between coaches and players," said Atletico Madrid bombers.
Estimates Players
Uruguay (4-4-2): 1-Muslera (g); 16-Pereira, 2-Lugano, 6th-Victorino, 4-Fucile; 15-Pérez, 17-Arevalo, 10-Forlán, 20-Fernández; 7 - Cavani, 9-Suarez
Coach: Oscar Tabarez
Ghana (4-5-1): 22-Kingson (g); 4-Pantsil, 15-Vorsah, 5-Mensah, two-Sarpei; 7-Inkoom, 6-Annan, 21-Asamoah, 23-Boateng, 11 - Muntari; 3-Gyan
Coach: Milovan Rajevac
On Paper
Both Uruguay and Ghana are both unable to play the best squad. Diego Godin of Uruguay lost to injury, while Ghana was not able to reduce the accumulation of Dede Ayew affected. But, what makes these two teams both had chances are, the motivation for the pursuit of high achievement. Uruguay wants to repeat the achievement in 1970, while Ghana would like to become the first African team to penetrate the semi-finals.
Though they failed, which was achieved in the semi-final ticket in 1970 was the highest achievement of La Celeste Caps-epithet-Uruguay World Cup in 40 years. Because, after 1970, Uruguay's presence at the World Cup was nothing more than cheerleaders.
Well, chances to repeat the achievement in 1970 will open early in the morning. Oscar Washington Tabarez upbringing squad that will face Ghana in the quarter-finals (RCTI live at 1:30 pm). But, like Uruguay, nicknamed The Black Stars of Ghana-any-have high ambitions in the game. Ghana, which became the only African representative in the knockout phase of the historical record to excel. They are motivated to become the first African representative competing in the World Cup semi-final. So far, the best achievement of African teams at the World Cup only to the quarter-finals. Namely, Cameroon in 1990 and Senegal (2002).
"Many say we are depressed at the thought of a row of ambition. But, we did not think about the pressure. We've played well at the African Nations Cup. We remain relaxed," said Milovan Rajevac, coach of Ghana, as reported by Canadian Press.
In later matches, two coaches have to change the formation. That is because Ghana and Uruguay are both missing key players. Uruguayan defender Diego Godin was lost because of a groin injury. His position will be replaced by Mauricio Victorino. Meanwhile, in the stronghold of Ghana, Rajevac certainly can not reduce Dede Ayew and Jonathan Mensah affected by suspension. Therefore, Isacc Vorsah will be encouraged to fill the position Mensah, while Sulley Muntari will replace the role Ayew.
"We must not be complacent. They have a fast striker, sharp, and experienced.'s Not easy to stem the Luis Suarez and Diego Forlan," explained Hans Sarpei, senior defender Ghana.
In addition to a great front line, Uruguay has a strong defense. Evidently, during the group stage, they have never conceded. Forlan any rate, many factors that make self and his colleagues can go this far. Among these are the factors Tabarez. "We have coaches that calm and full of experience. Atmosphere World Cup had he felt during the 1990 World Cup," said Forlan. "Also, before the World Cup, I see a great harmony between coaches and players," said Atletico Madrid bombers.
Estimates Players
Uruguay (4-4-2): 1-Muslera (g); 16-Pereira, 2-Lugano, 6th-Victorino, 4-Fucile; 15-Pérez, 17-Arevalo, 10-Forlán, 20-Fernández; 7 - Cavani, 9-Suarez
Coach: Oscar Tabarez
Ghana (4-5-1): 22-Kingson (g); 4-Pantsil, 15-Vorsah, 5-Mensah, two-Sarpei; 7-Inkoom, 6-Annan, 21-Asamoah, 23-Boateng, 11 - Muntari; 3-Gyan
Coach: Milovan Rajevac
On Paper
Both Uruguay and Ghana are both unable to play the best squad. Diego Godin of Uruguay lost to injury, while Ghana was not able to reduce the accumulation of Dede Ayew affected. But, what makes these two teams both had chances are, the motivation for the pursuit of high achievement. Uruguay wants to repeat the achievement in 1970, while Ghana would like to become the first African team to penetrate the semi-finals.