Ghana head coach Otto Addo expects a stern test against Japan but remains upbeat about his team’s chances of winning.
The Black Stars will take on the Samurai Blue at the Toyota Stadium on Friday, November 14, in the Kirin Cup, with kick-off set for 10:20 a.m.
Speaking ahead of the encounter, the 50-year-old acknowledged Japan’s strength but insisted Ghana has the quality to come out on top despite missing some key players.
"We are very, very pleased to be here. This is not our first time; we know the Japanese Federation has a very, very strong team," he told the Ghana FA.
"I think so far everything went well with the organisation and so on, and we are looking forward to that match.
"It will be difficult for us, but I know we also have the strength to beat Japan.
"We started very well, and like I said, it's going to be a tight match, and I'm looking forward to it," he added.
Friday’s clash forms part of Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled for next summer.
The Black Stars will then travel to Seoul to play South Korea on Tuesday, November 18.
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