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Otto Addo is confident that the Black Stars are ready to face Germany on Monday, despite a recent heavy defeat to Austria. Ghana will look to bounce back from the 5-1 loss in Vienna, a result that raised concerns about their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ahead of the international friendly in Stuttgart, Addo acknowledged the weaknesses exposed in the Austria defeat but reassured that the team has responded well in training. He emphasized that the match against Germany offers a valuable opportunity for the team to showcase improvement.
Germany, coming off a thrilling 4-3 victory over Switzerland, is also gearing up for the World Cup, with coach Julian Nagelsmann planning to rotate his squad for the encounter.
The game, set for March 30 in Stuttgart, will serve as a final chance for both teams to solidify their squad selections before the World Cup. For Ghana, it’s not just about the result, but about rebuilding confidence and proving their competitiveness against a top-tier European side.
With Ghana’s impressive World Cup qualification, they will face tough opponents like England, Croatia, and Panama in the group stages. However, recent performances, particularly the loss to Austria, have exposed areas for improvement, notably in defense and team cohesion.
The Germany match will mark Ghana’s final international outing in the March window, giving Addo one last opportunity to evaluate his squad before focusing on preparations for the global tournament. Despite the challenges, Addo remains optimistic that the Black Stars will rise to the occasion and put in a stronger performance against one of the world’s top footballing nations.
Story by Efua Nessa
Source :Loco tv