Uruguay beat brave Ghana on penalties

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Uruguay ended Ghana's dream of being the first African team in the World Cup semi-finals when they won a penalty shootout 4-2 after their quarter-final finished 1-1 at the end of extra time on Friday.

Uruguay substitute Sebastian Abreu got the decisive penalty with a cheeky chip over goalkeeper Richard Kingson to set up a semi-final with Netherlands, who shocked Brazil 2-1.

The teams could not be separated after extra-time in a thrilling contest after Asamoah Gyan hit the bar with a penalty in the second minute of added time that was given when Uruguay striker Luis Suarez handled on the line and was sent off.

In Image: Uruguay players celebrate after the penalty shootout

Text: Reuters

Images: AP

Coverage: FIFA World Cup