Ghana's Solomon Asante stars as Phoenix Rising book a USL semi-final berth

Share this with Email Share this with Facebook Share this with Twitter Share this with Whatsapp

Solomon Asante starred once again for Phoenix Rising as they beat Swope Park Rangers 4-2 to advance to the semi-final of the United Soccer League (USL) on Saturday morning.

Advertisement

Phoenix Rising began the game on the front foot after Jason Johnson handed the advantage on the 22nd minute, but the lead did not last as Tyler Blackwood pulled parity for the visitors with a fine finish four minutes later.

Despite Phoenix dominance, they were pegged back by Hadji Barry's 33rd-minute strike but just the opening two goals, Rick Schantz's side levelled the score line on the 36th minute through Chris Cortez.

The Arizona-based took charge of the game in the second stanza and deservedly shot into the lead via Kevon Lambert's sweet strike before Didier Drogba sealed the famous victory in the 94th minute.

Advertisement

Phoenix will be waiting for the winner of tonight's game between Cincinnati FC and New York Red Bulls 2 in the semifinals.

The Ghanaian winger, who netted 14 goals in 34 appearances during the regular season, enjoyed full throttle while compatriot Gladson Awako warmed the bench.