Carlos Queiroz Returns as Ghana Coach Weeks After Resigning

Carlos Queiroz has made an unexpected comeback as head coach of Ghana less than two months after resigning following their exit from the World Cup. The former Real Madrid manager initially left his role after the Black Stars' elimination but will now lead the team again during the upcoming international fixtures.

Surprising Return for Queiroz

The 73-year-old tactician, who originally took charge in April to replace Otto Addo, stepped down in July after the World Cup campaign ended. His first spell lasted under three months. Now, he is back in charge in a swift turnaround that caught many by surprise.

Support from Ghana Football Association

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) officially confirmed Queiroz's return, emphasizing their trust in his expertise and leadership to guide the team forward after a period of uncertainty.

• GFA Statement: "The Ghana Football Association is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with Carlos Queiroz for his appointment as Head Coach of the Black Stars for the next phase of the team’s programme."
• GFA Confidence: They highlighted Queiroz's broad international experience and deep understanding of the Black Stars as key reasons for his rehiring.
• Next Steps: Details about his new contract and upcoming plans will be shared soon as both sides focus on preparing the team for future challenges.

A Coach with Global Experience

This is the ninth national team Queiroz has managed throughout his extensive career. He has led Iran at three World Cups and took Portugal to the last 16 in 2010. Other countries under his guidance include South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Egypt, Qatar, and Oman.

During his brief first term with Ghana, he oversaw a memorable 1-0 group victory over Panama thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Caleb Yirenkyi. The team also drew 0-0 with England and lost 2-1 to Croatia.

At club level, Queiroz was famously Sir Alex Ferguson's trusted assistant at Manchester United, contributing to three Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League win. He also spent a season as head coach of Real Madrid in 2003-04.

Immediate Return to Action

Queiroz won't have long to settle back into his role; the GFA confirmed his new tenure starts during this month's international window. The Black Stars are expected to quickly adopt his tactical approach as they regroup post-World Cup. His task is to stabilize the squad and lay groundwork for upcoming matches, including Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

• Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Ivory Coast vs Ghana
• Date & Time: 23 September 2026, 18:00