Carlos Queiroz named new Ghana coach for World Cup campaign
Carlos Queiroz has been appointed as the new head coach of the Ghana national football team. The Ghana Football Association announced that Queiroz will lead the Black Stars as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The 73-year-old coach brings a wealth of World Cup experience, having managed teams at four previous tournaments. Ghana will face a tough group stage, including matches against Panama, England, and Croatia.
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- The Ghana Football Association appointed Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Queiroz has previously managed at four World Cups, including stints with South Africa, Portugal, and Iran.
- Ghana parted ways with Otto Addo on March 31 after a series of poor results.
- The Black Stars failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite having players like Mohammed Kudus and Antoine Semenyo.
- Ghana will begin their World Cup campaign against Panama on June 17, 2026 in Toronto.
