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VIDEO: Solomon Asante’s goal qualifies Phoenix Rising FC to the USL Championship semifinal

Ghanaian international, Solomon Asante, scored late in the first-half of extra time to give Phoenix Rising Stars a one-zero win at home over Sacramento Republic FC to propel his side to the USL Championship semi-finals on the early hours of Sunday.

Both sides could not produce a goal in the full duration of the game as it travelled to extra time to determine who progresses to the semifinal of the USA second-tier league.

One minute to the end of the first half of the extra time, the 30-year-old winger popped up in the 18-yard box with an improvisation header from close range to break the deadlock of the match.

The second half of the extra time did not produce a goal in the game, and the Red and Blacks marched on to the semifinal of the USL Championship and will face Reno FC.

On the 12th minute, Angolan international, Luanda Kunga replaced the former TP Mazembe star.

Rising now faces Reno away next Saturday, October 17. Should Phoenix win that match, the club would host both the conference final and league final based on points earned during the regular season.

Source: MyNewsGh.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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