Germany vs Ghana International Friendly Preview

Germany vs Ghana in a pre-World Cup international friendly on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart. UEFA lists the kick-off at 20:45 CEST, and both national federations confirm the game as part of each team’s final preparation work before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

This is a useful late test for both teams. Germany have named a 26-man squad for their March friendlies, while Ghana have also brought in a 26-man group that includes several returning senior players and four debut call-ups.

This is the second of Germany’s two March friendlies (after facing Switzerland on March 27) and serves as important preparation for both teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Germany vs Ghana Match Details, Date, Time, Predictions, Lineups & More

• Teams: Germany vs Ghana
• Competition: International Friendly
• Date: Monday, March 30, 2026
• Time: 20:45 CEST
• Venue: MHP Arena, Stuttgart, Germany.

Team News and Analysis

Germany

Coach Julian Nagelsmann has called up a strong, mostly full-strength squad. No major injuries reported in the latest call-up. Germany are expected to play their usual high-pressing 4-2-3-1, focusing on quick transitions and attacking width.

Germany come into this match with a strong and familiar core. Julian Nagelsmann has kept much of the group intact, with Oliver Baumann, Antonio Rüdiger, Jonathan Tah, Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Florian Wirtz, Leroy Sané, Kai Havertz, Deniz Undav and Serge Gnabry all included in the March squad.

Nagelsmann said the aim is to keep the core together while still giving some fringe players a chance to prove themselves.

Ghana

Coach Otto Addo has named a competitive squad with several Europe-based players. No significant absences reported. Ghana will likely use a compact 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-2 to frustrate Germany and look for counter-attacking opportunities.

Ghana also arrive with a competitive squad. Otto Addo’s list includes Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Alexander Djiku, Gideon Mensah, Thomas Partey, Elisha Owusu, Ibrahim Sulemana, Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, Kamal Deen Sulemana and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku.

Debut call-ups for Derrick Luckassen, Patrick Pfeiffer, Marvin Senaya and Daniel Agyei.

The historical record leans Germany’s way. The DFB says the teams have met three times before, with Germany winning in 1993 and 2010, and drawing 2-2 in 2014.

That does not decide the next match, but it does show Germany have usually had the edge in this matchup.

Germany vs Ghana Starting XI

• Germany Starting XI vs Ghana: Oliver Baumann; Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Rüdiger, Jonathan Tah, David Raum; Leon Goretzka, Pascal Groß; Leroy Sané, Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz; Deniz Undav.
• Ghana Starting XI vs Germany: Lawrence Ati-Zigi; Derrick Kohn, Alexander Djiku, Jerome Opoku, Gideon Mensah; Thomas Partey, Elisha Owusu; Jordan Ayew, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Antoine Semenyo; Inaki Williams.

Key Players to Watch

• Germany – Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz, Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Rüdiger, Leroy Sané and Serge Gnabry.
• Ghana – Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, Kamal Deen Sulemana and Alexander Djiku.

Prediction

Germany should have the stronger overall control of the match, especially at home, and their midfield quality looks a little more settled.

Ghana have enough pace and physicality to create moments, but Germany’s depth and structure make them the safer pick.

• Our prediction– Germany 2-1 Ghana.

That is an inference based on the official squad lists, the venue, and the recent form context provided by both federations.

Where to watch Germany vs Ghana

• USA: Likely on FS1, TUDN, or streaming on fuboTV, Paramount+, and ESPN+.
• Colombia: Caracol TV or Win Sports.
• France: TF1 or beIN Sports.
• Germany: UEFA TV
• Global: FIFA+ or official broadcaster channels for highlights.