Vienna: Ghana coach Otto Addo said defensive errors and a loss of concentration contributed to his team's 5-1 defeat to Austria in a friendly in Vienna on Friday. Austria dominated Ghana for large periods of the match at Ernst Happel Stadium, capitalising on defensive mistakes to cruise past the Black Stars.
According to Ghana News Agency, Otto Addo acknowledged that his team has defensive problems, emphasizing the need for greater stability, particularly on a psychological level. He noted that after conceding the third goal, the team needed to maintain intensity and keep their heads up, a challenge they failed to meet. Addo highlighted that the first two goals conceded were 'too easy' and attributed Austria's extended lead to both structural and individual errors.
Addo further explained that goals three, four, and five were marked by numerous defensive issues, underscoring the necessity for mental resilience to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The friendly match served as a part of Ghana's preparations for upcoming competitive fixtures, with Addo using the opportunity to test new players and explore tactical variations.
Despite the friendly's outcome, Addo admitted that the scale of the defeat highlighted the extensive work required ahead of the World Cup in June. Looking ahead, Ghana faces Germany on Monday, March 30, 2026. Addo expressed that his team must approach this fixture with resilience and intent, aiming to restore belief within the squad and demonstrate their ability to compete at the highest level.