Ghana national football team will travel to Stuttgart on Monday, March 30, for a high-profile international friendly against Germany national football team, as both teams continue preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

The match presents a crucial opportunity for Ghana to measure their strength against one of Europe’s elite sides, having already secured qualification and been drawn into a challenging Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

Germany had initially scheduled a friendly against Ivory Coast, but FIFA regulations prevent teams from facing their group-stage opponents before the tournament. Following the draw that placed Ivory Coast in Germany’s Group E, Ghana was selected as a suitable replacement.

Head coach Otto Addo, who was born in Hamburg and previously played in the Bundesliga, described the fixture as a valuable opportunity for his team to test themselves at the highest level.

Meanwhile, Germany’s coach Julian Nagelsmann emphasised the tactical importance of the encounter, noting that Ghana’s counter-attacking style closely resembles the type of opposition his team expects to face during the World Cup.

Historically, the two nations have met three times, with their first encounter dating back to 1993 in Bochum, where Germany recorded a 6-1 victory. The upcoming clash at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart offers Ghana a timely benchmark as the tournament approaches, now just weeks away.

Kickoff is scheduled for 8:45 PM local time.