Ghana FA boss Kurt Okraku says Black Stars no longer fear Germany

2026-03-27 - 02:41

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has declared that the Black Stars no longer approach matches against football's traditional powerhouses with fear, pointing to the transformation under head coach Otto Addo. Speaking ahead of Ghana's friendly against Germany on March 30, Okraku reflected on how perceptions of such fixtures have shifted. "A few years ago, if you heard a fixture like Ghana versus Germany, you would be afraid. But today, we are very confident." The Black Stars face Austria on Friday before travelling to Stuttgart to take on Germany in a crucial World Cup preparation match. The friendly serves as a key test for Otto Addo's side, who have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama for the 2026 tournament. Okraku credited the work of the technical team for instilling a new mentality within the squad. "The intangible assets that have been put together by coach Otto Addo and his team will make Ghana proud." Ghana have undergone a significant rebuild under Addo, who guided the team through an unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign and has prioritised mental resilience alongside tactical discipline. With the Germany clash on the horizon, Okraku's words reflect the growing belief that Ghana can compete with the world's best—and no longer fears the challenge. Send your news stories to [email protected] and via WhatsApp on +233 546310076.