Also known as: Coach Carlos Queiroz · Coach Carlos · Portuguese trainer · the Portuguese tactician · head coach Carlos Queiroz · Coach Queiroz · Mr Carlos Queiroz · Portuguese trainer Carlos Queiroz
Carlos Queiroz — Portuguese head coach of Ghana's Black Stars, reappointed after guiding them to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz, has bid an emotional farewell to Ghana following his stint with the Black Stars, reflecting on his tenure with a call for long-term structural improvements in the country’s football development system. …
… Defensive Disruption and Structural Collapse Head coach Carlos Queiroz identified an early injury as the catalyst for his team’s defensive unravelling. …
… to the growing post-match analysis following Ghana’s exit from the tournament, with several players and football analysts pointing to the team’s struggles in the attacking third despite signs of improvement in defensive organisation under newly appointed head coach Carlos Queiroz …
… The result ended Ghana’s World Cup journey, with the Black Stars exiting the tournament after a spirited campaign that showed signs of promise under newly appointed head coach Carlos Queiroz. …
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed to Ghanaians to exercise patience with head coach Carlos Queiroz, insisting that the Portuguese trainer needs time to fully implement his philosophy following Ghana’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup. …
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has identified the early injury to defender Marvin Senaya as a major factor in Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, a result that ended the country’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. …
Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi are back in Ghana’s starting line-up as Carlos Queiroz makes four changes for tonight’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Black Stars Head Coach Carlos Queiroz says Ghana’s FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase on Friday, as the team prepares for a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Black Stars Head Coach Carlos Queiroz says Ghana’s FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase on Friday, as the team prepares for a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Former Ghana Football Association vice-president George Afriyie says the Black Stars have "no business" failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Ghana faces Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C, with the top two teams advancing; Afriyie also called for a fully operational Black Stars management structure ahead of the qualifiers.
Former Ghana Football Association vice-president George Afriyie says the Black Stars have "no business" failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Ghana faces Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C, with the top two teams advancing; Afriyie also called for a fully operational Black Stars management structure ahead of the qualifiers.
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Al-Shabab's matches against Al-Kholood and Al-Fayha while following a specialised fitness programme under the club's fitness coach. The absence comes ahead of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers where the Black Stars will face Côte d'Ivoire on 24 September and The Gambia on 27 September.
George Afriyie, former GFA vice-president, says Ghana has no excuse for failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, as the Black Stars are drawn with Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C with top two advancing. Afriyie's comments follow Ghana's failure to qualify for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.
The GFA Communications Director defended the retention of 73-year-old Carlos Queiroz as Black Stars head coach, arguing that match results are more important than playing attractive football. Queiroz led Ghana through the 2026 World Cup group stage before losing 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32, and the GFA is backing him to deliver qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghana Football Association says Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz will "soon submit" his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Ghana's opening match against Côte d'Ivoire on September 24. Queiroz, who was given a contract extension after guiding Ghana to the World Cup Round of 32, has been working on selections since the World Cup ended.
Hearts of Oak striker John Antwi hopes to be called up to the Black Stars after scoring twice in Hearts' 4-0 opening win over Berekum Chelsea. Head coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to name his squad in coming days for September 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
Tanzania have announced they will face Ghana in an international friendly during September's international window, which will also see the start of 2027 AFCON qualifiers. Ghana will play Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia in their first two qualifying games before facing Tanzania.
The Ghana Football Association has confirmed that Carlos Queiroz will continue as head coach of the Black Stars after reaching agreement on a new deal, ending uncertainty that followed his initial four-month contract expiring after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Under Queiroz, Ghana progressed to the knockout rounds at the World Cup, their first appearance in that stage since 2010, before losing 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32.
Former Black Stars forward Nii Odartey Lamptey has expressed disappointment with Ghana's performance under Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, saying the current team compares unfavourably to previous World Cup squads and noting that the Black Stars scored just two goals in four competitive matches.
The Ghana Football Association has agreed with Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz to continue as head coach of the Black Stars following the conclusion of his previous mandate at the FIFA World Cup. Queiroz's new tenure will begin with the upcoming international window, with the GFA citing his international experience and knowledge of the team as reasons for the reappointment.
GFA President Kurt Okraku disclosed that Ghana's next Black Stars coach has been identified and is already working, with the appointment 99% complete and only contractual formalities remaining before an official announcement. Carlos Queiroz departed after the 2026 World Cup, and Okraku said the GFA aims to have a new technical leader in place before the team regroups.
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku says the Black Stars will have a new head coach before the 2027 AFCON Qualifiers in September 2027, following Carlos Queiroz's departure. Okraku stated the replacement coach is "99% in place" and the parties are finalizing paperwork.
Andre Ayew believes the Ghana Football Association should have sacked Otto Addo immediately after he failed to qualify Ghana for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations — the country's first AFCON absence in 20 years — rather than waiting until later. Addo was eventually sacked and replaced by Carlos Queiroz, whose contract has since expired.
Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed willingness to take charge of Ghana's national team if offered the position by the GFA. Ghana is currently without a substantive head coach following Carlos Queiroz's departure, with the Black Stars set to begin 2027 AFCON qualifier preparations in September.
Football analyst Kojo Addae-Mensah says coach Carlos Queiroz exceeded expectations at the World Cup by guiding Ghana to the knockout round and drawing with England, but warns that his defensive tactical philosophy will not change and Ghanaians should accept formations like 5-4-1 if they want to retain him.
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz could be involved in a CAF review meeting assessing Africa's performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CAF president Patrice Motsepe announced plans to bring together national team coaches, football experts and former players following a record-breaking showing by African teams at the tournament.
President John Mahama called for continuity in Ghana's national football team, expressing confidence that retaining the current squad and technical team would enable them to compete for AFCON and World Cup titles. He cited the team's recent performance at the FIFA World Cup, where they progressed beyond the group phase to the Round of 32, as evidence of their potential.
President John Mahama praised the Black Stars' 2026 World Cup performance, where Ghana reached the Round of 32 before losing to Colombia, and said maintaining the current squad and supporting Queiroz can build a stronger team capable of competing at future AFCON and World Cup tournaments.
President John Mahama believes the Black Stars can grow stronger and compete at future tournaments if current players and technical staff are maintained and supported. Mahama praised the team's performance at the 2026 World Cup, where Ghana advanced to the Round of 32 before losing to Colombia.
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has confirmed that Black Starshead coach Carlos Queiroz earns $80,000 per month, contradicting earlier reports of a $100,000 monthly salary. Queiroz was appointed after Otto Addo's dismissal in March and led Ghana to the Round of 32 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers before a knockout-stage loss to Colombia.
Ghana's Sports Minister defended the decision to replace Otto Addo with Carlos Queiroz before the World Cup, arguing the team could not afford to rely on hope after disappointing friendly results. The Minister cited improved performances under Queiroz in subsequent friendlies against Wales, Panama, England, and Croatia as evidence the coaching change had merit.
The Ghana Football Association and Ministry of Sports have agreed to retain Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz beyond his initial four-month contract, with Queiroz expected to sign a two-year deal to lead the Black Stars toward winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has denied reports of his resignation, clarifying that an emotional Instagram post following Ghana's 1-0 elimination by Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was merely an expression of gratitude. Queiroz stated he remains the Black Stars coach and has not formally communicated any exit to Ghana's football administration.
Portuguese trainer Carlos Queiroz has denied reports of resignation following Ghana's elimination from the 2026 World Cup, clarifying that a recent social media post expressing gratitude was misinterpreted as a resignation. Queiroz's contract with the Ghana Football Association is valid until August and is expected to be reviewed after the team's World Cup performance.
Ghana's assistant coach Roger De Sa has outlined the major obstacles the Black Stars faced in their World Cup 2026 campaign, including taking over a team that had suffered six consecutive defeats, rebuilding a winning mentality, and assembling a squad drawn almost entirely from European-based players with only weeks before the tournament after Otto Addo's dismissal.
Ghana Football Association seeks a new head coach following Queiroz's departure, with the Africa Development Council calling for the GFA to promote qualified local managers rather than hire another foreign coach with limited domestic experience.
Sports Minister Kofi Adams says the government has not received an official resignation letter from Black Starshead coach Carlos Queiroz, despite Queiroz announcing his departure on social media following Ghana's exit from the 2026 World Cup. Adams said formal communication through appropriate channels would be required to recognise a resignation, and noted that Queiroz is still expected to submit a technical report on Ghana's campaign.