Carlos Queiroz Steps Down as Ghana Head Coach After World Cup Exit
Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as head coach of the Ghana national football team after just three months in charge, following the Black Stars’ exit from the FIFA World Cup.
The 73-year-old coach took over the national team in April and guided Ghana to a third-place finish in Group L, securing a place in the knockout stage of the tournament. However, the Black Stars’ World Cup journey came to an end after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia national football team in the Round of 32.
Queiroz’s departure marks the end of a brief spell with Ghana, having overseen the team’s campaign during one of football’s biggest tournaments. Despite reaching the knockout stage, the Portuguese tactician was unable to guide the Black Stars beyond the opening knockout round.
Widely regarded as one of football’s most experienced international coaches, Queiroz was managing at his fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup. Over the years, he has led several national teams on the global stage, including Iran, Portugal and Egypt, building a reputation for his tactical discipline and extensive international experience.
Before taking charge of Ghana, Queiroz also enjoyed a distinguished coaching career at club level, including a successful spell as assistant manager at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson.
His exit comes as national teams begin reviewing their performances following the World Cup, with coaching changes already taking place across several countries.
Ghana’s football authorities are now expected to begin the search for a new head coach as preparations start for upcoming international competitions and qualification campaigns.
Queiroz was not the only manager to leave his role on Sunday. Jamal Sellami also departed as head coach of the Jordan national football team after Jordan finished fourth in Group J and failed to progress to the knockout stage.
The back-to-back managerial departures highlight the pressure national team coaches often face after major international tournaments, where results frequently determine their futures.
Ghana will now look ahead to rebuilding under new leadership as the Black Stars aim to bounce back from their World Cup disappointment and prepare for future continental and international challenges.
