Brazil 3 - 0 Ghana Ronaldo became the World Cup's all-time leading scorer as Ghana were sent home. Minute-by-minute report

Ghana accuse the referee After going down to Brazil, the Ghana coach, Ratomir Dujkovic, accused the Slovakian referee Michel Lubos of bias. Ghana proud and angry Essien urges Adu to switch

Ghana 2 - 1 USA
Two goals for Ghana, and a little help from the referee, sent them into the second round and put the USA out.
Minute-by-minute report

Czech Republic 0 - 2 Ghana
Asamoah Gyan struck after just 70 seconds to help Ghana to victory, but it was the guile of Stephen Appiah that inspired the Africans.
Minute-by-minute report

Italy 2 - 0 Ghana
An outstanding performance from Michael Essien wasn't enough to overcome Italy as Andera Pirlo and Vincenzo Iaquinta scored.
Minute-by-minute report

Introducing ... Ghana
Everything you need to know about the World Cup first-timers, from the Guardian's guide.
Observer guide to Ghana

More stats than you can shake a stick at
Vital statistics: Everything - yes every single thing - you need to know. Results, group tables, squad stats ... the works. If you can't find it in here, it's not worth looking for.

Office party kit
Bunting, official badges, cards, and your very own World Cup trophy (warning: not actual size). Download your Ghana supporters' kit here!