Germany are contemplating victory to secure qualification into the Round of 16. Fresh from their epic 4-0 trouncing of Euro 2012 semi-finalists Portugal, the DFB Eleven's attention has turned to the game against the Black Stars. The latter were shocked 1-0 in their opening fixture at the World Cup. It was USA's turn to finally get lucky after losing to Ghana in 2006 and 2010.
For Kwesi Appiah and his players, the campaign truly starts today. The challenge against the Germans is huge but confidence reportedly reigns in the camp of the Ghanaians. Although Joachim Loew's side appear to be favourites, the Black Stars cannot be written off.
Appiah has been heavily criticized by the press and supporters back home. He is under pressure to find the right tactics to catch up Germany on three points in the table. Will a certain Thomas Mueller prove decisive again for his side and break the hearts of African fans?
Here is both teams' starting line-ups:
Germany's First XI: Neuer, Howedes, Hummels, Khedira, Ozil, Muller, Lahm (c), Mertesacker, Kroos, Gotze, Boateng
Ghana's First XI: Dauda, Gyan (c), Atsu, Boateng, Andre Ayew, Muntari, Rabiu, Mensah, Asamoah, Boye, Afful
