In a major move to bolster their 2026 World Cup campaign, the Ghana Football Association has turned to a seasoned tactician, appointing veteran Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach of the Black Stars. The announcement, made on Monday, signals a clear intent from Ghana to leverage vast international experience for the upcoming tournament in North America.

At 73, Queiroz brings a formidable resume to the role, having been a trusted assistant to Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United and having led prestigious clubs like Real Madrid. This appointment marks his ninth national team role and will see him attend his fourth World Cup as a manager, having previously guided Portugal (2010) and Iran (2018, 2022) to the global stage.

Queiroz steps in to replace Otto Addo, who was relieved of his duties following a recent 2-1 friendly loss to Germany. The federation stated that Queiroz has begun work immediately, with a sharp focus on preparing the squad for their Group L matches against England, Croatia, and Panama, starting June 11.

This hire represents a fascinating chapter for Ghanaian football. Queiroz's extensive history with national teams across continents, including the UAE, South Africa, and Colombia, provides a wealth of strategic knowledge. As the Black Stars look to make a deep run, all eyes will be on how this veteran coach shapes the team's identity and tactics on the world's biggest stage.