Before his formal announcement as the Black Stars’ new head coach, Portuguese strategist Carlos Queiroz arrived in Ghana. After landing at Accra International Airport on Wednesday night, the seasoned coach is scheduled to stay at a hotel in Accra before speaking to the media on Thursday, April 23, at the Alisa Hotel.
Last week, Queiroz was appointed head coach of the senior national side by the Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council with the support of important stakeholders. Otto Addo had been fired following a series of poor performances.
The 73-year-old will now oversee Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the US, Canada, and Mexico. They will face England, Croatia, and Panama in the difficult Group L.
Having guided Portugal to the 2010 World Cup knockout rounds and coached Iran in the 2018 and 2022 competitions, Queiroz has a wealth of tournament experience. He has vast expertise in high-pressure, big-stage settings, having worked with South Africa’s World Cup qualifiers and held senior positions at Real Madrid and Manchester United.
According to people close to the team, Queiroz is not under immediate pressure despite Ghana’s frequently brutal football culture since the GFA is concentrating on a methodical, realistic World Cup build-up.
Convincing the team, local media, and supporters that his techniques can unleash the potential of a Black Stars generation that many believe is already on the rise will be his first significant challenge.
Queiroz is anticipated to discuss his ideology, backroom personnel, and preliminary preparations for forthcoming games and the 2026 tournament during the ceremonial unveiling, which is scheduled for today at the Alisa Hotel.
His efforts in training, tactical planning, and team togetherness over the next two months will determine whether the Black Stars make the most of their World Cup comeback or have yet another brief stint on the international scene.
