World Cup: Garang Kuol misses dream chance to take Argentina to extra time
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Agony for Garang Kuol as Newcastle United’s wunderkind misses dream opportunity to lead Argentina to extra time with last-ditch effort from young Aussie saved by Emiliano Martinez
Garang Kuol had long been waiting for his moment to announce himself to the footballing world and came agonizingly close to etching his name into World Cup folklore on Sunday.
Kuol became the youngest player since Pelé to feature in a World Cup knockout match when Graham Arnold brought him off the bench for two late goals after Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez gave Argentina a comfortable lead. in their round of 16 match.
Craig Goodwin halved Australia’s deficit with a deflected shot before Kuol came so close to sending the game into extra time.
Receiving a cross to the far post from the left, Kuol planted himself with a glorious first touch and, finishing on the swing, put all his strength into a right-footed shot on goal.
However, Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez rose to the opportunity and stretched out an arm to deflect and break the hearts of the Australians.
More to follow.