Germany will face Ghana in March to prepare for the World Cup after the draw blocked a planned friendly with the Ivory Coast.
Germany and Ghana both confirmed Monday they will play in Stuttgart on March 30, three days after an already-scheduled away game for Julian Nagelsmann’s team in Switzerland.
The Ivory Coast had been announced as Germany’s opponent in Stuttgart, but that game had to be called off after the two teams were drawn in the same World Cup group, along with Ecuador and newcomer Curacao.
Germany also has plans for games against Finland and the United States closer to the tournament.
Ghana’s coach is Germany-born Otto Addo, who played for Ghana and won the German league title as a player with Borussia Dortmund.
“We are very much looking forward to the clash with Otto’s team. Their strong transition play can give us a taste of what to expect
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