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Which country is the first to be awarded a penalty kick and socred it in 2010 WC?
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Ghana
💡 Explanation:
Ghana was the first team to be awarded a penalty kick in the 2010 World Cup, which they successfully converted. Asamoah Gyan scored from the spot in the 85th minute against Serbia, securing Ghana's 1-0 victory in Group D. This penalty was significant as Ghana went on to reach the quarterfinals, the only African team to do so that tournament.