Derrick Kohn, the Union Berlin left-back and recently capped Black Stars defender, is looking forward to Ghana’s upcoming friendly against Germany in March as part of the team’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Despite having a Ghanaian parent, Kohn has spent his entire life in Germany, giving him a unique perspective on facing the country of his birth. In an exclusive interview with 3Sports, Kohn shared his excitement and ambitions for the clash.
Speaking about his anticipation for the friendly, Kohn revealed just how eager he is to have Ghana fans in attendance:
“I can’t wait [friendly against Germany]. I was texting already the team manager of Black Stars, if I’m in the squad, please I need 100 tickets. I need a lot of tickets.”
Kohn also highlighted the strong interest from his friends and contacts in Germany, emphasizing the personal significance of the match:
“The whole Germany is texting me like, please, if you can make it happen, we’re going to come. But I know when I’m there, for sure I knew the German guys will come and I want to show them that Ghana is there.”
The friendly is not just another match for Kohn; it represents a dream opportunity to prove himself against top-level competition while building team cohesion ahead of the World Cup. Reflecting on the challenge, he said:
“That’s why I’m so powerful that we try to beat Germany. This is also one of my dreams. But it’s going to be good game. Let’s prepare well for the World Cup, have a good game and then we will see what happens.”
Having spent his entire life in Germany, he brings a blend of European tactical experience and Ghanaian passion to the squad. His enthusiasm for facing Germany also reflects his desire to connect with both his roots and the fans who will follow him from across the continent and Europe.
As Ghana prepares for the friendly and the 2026 World Cup, Derrick Kohn is poised to play a key role in the team’s campaign. The March match offers him a platform to showcase his talent, integrate with the squad, and help the Black Stars lay the foundation for a strong World Cup performance. For Kohn, it’s more than a friendly it’s a statement of pride, ambition, and identity.
