Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan has admitted he dived to win Ghana a penalty against Brazil in the 2006 World Cup.
The Ghana all-time top scorer claims he intentionally dived in an attempt to deceive the referee and win a penalty.
During Ghana’s debut appearance on the global stage, they faced the formidable challenge of playing against Brazil, the defending champions at the time in the round of 16.
Ghana managed to get out of a tough group that has Italy, USA and Australia.
However, Brazil proved tough in the round of 16 for Ghana, with Gyan ultimately getting sent off for diving.
“I intentionally dived seeking a penalty against Brazil and got red-carded. I saw the defender attempting a tackle so I threw my foot in but he was quick to withdraw,” Gyan admitted in an interview with Onua TV.
Despite his efforts, Ghana suffered a 3-0 defeat at the hands of Brazil, marking their exit from the tournament.