Carlos Queiroz resigns as Ghana coach after World Cup exit

Ghana’s Black Stars were eliminated 1‑0 by Colombia in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending the nation’s first knockout‑stage appearance since 2010. Three days later, 73‑year‑old Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz announced his resignation via social media, saying he was leaving the “journey with pride” but also with a “healthy dissatisfaction” for not achieving more. Queiroz had been appointed in April on a short‑term contract to guide the team through the tournament, overseeing only five matches – a win over Panama, a draw with England, a loss to Croatia, and the knockout defeat to Colombia. In his farewell statement he stressed that Ghana’s future depends on structural reforms and better development environments, repeating his mantra that “football, like life, teaches you either win or learn.” Queiroz became only the second manager to coach at five consecutive World Cups, joining Bora Milutinović in that feat. The resignation adds to a wave of post‑tournament coaching changes, with several other national teams also parting ways with their managers after the competition. Ghana’s football federation has yet to confirm a replacement, while the coach’s departure has sparked discussion about the need for longer‑term planning for the Black Stars.