Ghana national football team has a new manager: Carlos Queiroz. The Ghana Football Association announced his appointment on Monday.

What happened?

Queiroz's arrival follows the dismissal of Otto Addo after heavy defeats to Austria and Germany. The GFA chose Queiroz from over 600 applicants due to his experience in African football.

Why it matters for Ghana national football team

Queiroz's reputation as a meticulous strategist was key in his appointment. He will take over on an interim basis with an ambitious goal: to match or surpass the quarterfinal run achieved in 2010.

What comes next?

With little time before his debut, Queiroz will face two major tests against Mexico and Wales in May and June. Ghana will begin their World Cup campaign on June 17 against Panama. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Last result | Wales 1-1 Ghana (2026-06-02) | | Next fixture | vs Croatia (away, 2026-06-27) | Queiroz will look to make an impact and lead the team to success in the World Cup.