The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed the appointment of former Manchester United manager Carlos Queiroz as national team head coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The 73-year-old Portuguese replaces Otto Addo, who was sacked on March 31 following disappointing results, including friendly defeats to Germany and Austria.
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Ghana’s struggles under Addo also saw the Black Stars fail to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Queiroz brings vast experience, having served as assistant to Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in two spells, as well as managing top sides including Real Madrid. He has also coached multiple national teams, including Portugal, Iran, Egypt, Colombia, and most recently Oman.
He left his role with Oman last month after failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
“This is not just another job. It is a mission,” Queiroz said following his appointment. “I am ready to give everything of my experience and knowledge in the service of the game and the happiness of the people.”
Queiroz officially begins work immediately, according to the GFA.
His appointment is largely driven by his extensive World Cup pedigree, having led Iran to the 2014, 2018, and 2022 tournaments.
Ghana, nicknamed the Black Stars, secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup after progressing from a qualifying group that included Madagascar, Mali, the Central African Republic, Comoros, and Chad.
The Black Stars will open their Group L campaign on June 17 against Panama at BMO Field in Toronto, before facing England six days later at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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