Carlos Queiroz has signed a new contract to continue as head coach of the Ghana national football team. The Portuguese manager's extension was confirmed on Wednesday, ensuring he remains in charge after leading the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Queiroz's press office stated the agreement was finalized with the Ghana Football Federation, extending a project that began in April. The exact length of the new deal was not disclosed. This news, first reported by Plataformamedia, comes as Ghana prepares for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign. The team's World Cup journey ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the round of 32 on July 4, leaving them with a final tournament record of one win, one draw, and one loss.
What is Queiroz's coaching history?
Carlos Queiroz brings an unparalleled breadth of international experience to the role. At 73, he has now participated in five World Cup finals as a manager. His first was with Portugal in 2010, followed by three consecutive tournaments with Iran in 2014, 2018, and 2022. The 2026 edition with Ghana marked his fifth. Over a 35-year career, he has led nine different national teams. His resume includes spells with Portugal (1991-1993 and 2008-2010), the United Arab Emirates (1998-1999), South Africa (2000-2002), Colombia (2019-2020), Iran (2011-2019 and 2022), Egypt (2021-2022), Qatar (2023), and Oman (2025-2026) before taking the Ghana job.
How did Ghana perform at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana's World Cup campaign saw them finish third in Group L behind England and Croatia. They earned four points from their three group matches. Their recent form has been challenging, with the team losing their last three matches and managing just two draws in their previous five outings. The Black Stars scored two goals and conceded two during the group stage, resulting in a zero goal difference. Their final match, the 1-0 loss to Colombia, confirmed their exit. Fans can review the team's complete tournament statistics on our stats page.
What are Ghana's upcoming fixtures?
The immediate focus shifts to qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from June 19 to July 17, 2027. Ghana has been drawn into a demanding Group C alongside Ivory Coast, Gambia, and Somalia. Securing a place at the finals is the next major objective for Queiroz and his squad. The full qualification schedule is available on our fixtures list.
What is Ghana's legacy in African football?
The Black Stars have a proud history in continental competition, which Queiroz will aim to restore. Ghana is a four-time Africa Cup of Nations champion, having lifted the trophy in 1963, 1965, 1978, and 1982. Returning to that pinnacle is a clear long-term goal. The current squad's composition and player availability can be tracked via our squad page. Queiroz's contract extension provides stability as the team builds from their World Cup experience and targets success in the next AFCON cycle. The federation's decision signals confidence in his long-term vision for the national team program.
