Germany vs Ghana: World Cup head-to-head record
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Germany hold the edge in the World Cup head-to-head against Ghana, winning 1 and drawing 1 from their 2 all-time meetings, with Ghana yet to record a victory. The two nations have clashed twice on the World Cup stage — in 2010 and 2014 — producing one German win and one thriller that ended level at 2-2.
Across those two fixtures, Germany have never lost to Ghana at a World Cup, though the 2014 draw showed the Black Stars are more than capable of matching the four-time world champions blow for blow.
All-time World Cup H2H summary
Germany and Ghana have met twice at the World Cup, both encounters coming in the group stage. Germany claimed a narrow 1-0 win in South Africa in 2010, then were held to a 2-2 draw in Brazil in 2014 — a result that kept both sides' knockout hopes alive heading into the final round of group games. Overall, Germany lead the head-to-head with one win and one draw, conceding just two goals while scoring three.
Match-by-match results
| Year | Matchday | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Matchday 13 | Ghana 0-1 Germany |
| 2014 | Matchday 10 | Germany 2-2 Ghana |
What the record tells us
Germany's unbeaten record against Ghana at World Cups reflects their overall dominance in knockout football, yet the 2014 draw — played out in Fortaleza — is a reminder that Ghana have matched the Germans for large stretches. Should the two nations meet again at the 2026 World Cup, fans can follow the live score and full group standings on Bola 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Has Ghana ever beaten Germany at a World Cup?
No. In two World Cup meetings — 2010 and 2014 — Ghana have not beaten Germany. The best result for the Black Stars was a 2-2 draw in the 2014 group stage in Brazil.
What was the score when Germany played Ghana at the 2010 World Cup?
Germany beat Ghana 1-0 in the 2010 World Cup group stage in South Africa. It was a closely contested match that Germany edged with a single goal.
How many goals have been scored in Germany vs Ghana World Cup matches?
A total of five goals have been scored across their two World Cup meetings: Germany scored three (one in 2010, two in 2014) and Ghana scored two (both in the 2014 draw).