Carlos Queiroz announced Thursday that he was leaving his position as Ghana coach. After only five months on the Black Stars bench, the Portuguese coach is paying in particular for the disappointing results of his selection.

Published on: 02/10/2026 - 19:21

Five short months and then it's gone. Carlos Queiroz. announced on Thursday October 1 that he was leaving his position as coach of the Ghana football team, five months after taking office and receiving disappointing results.

“It was not an easy decision, but both parties agreed that in the current circumstances, ending our professional relationship was the most appropriate solution, with the interests of Ghana, the Black Stars and Ghanaian football taking precedence over all else,” the Portuguese coach said in a farewell message published on the federation's website on Thursday.

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He added that "the necessary conditions were not fully met, and our recent performances contributed to the decision to put an end to this adventure."

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Four defeats in seven matches in total

This decision follows Ghana's defeat (4-2) on Tuesday at home against Gambia during qualifying for CAN 2027. Ghana had already lost 2-0 in Ivory Coast last week on the first day of the qualifiers. It now occupies last place in group C, without any points after two matches.

Carlos Queiroz leaves with a dismal record: one victory, two draws and four defeats in seven matches, Ghana having scored five goals and conceded ten.

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His departure ends a tumultuous five-month collaboration that began in April, when the 73-year-old coach signed a four-month contract to lead Ghana to the 2026 World Cup. The Black Stars reached the round of 16, where they were defeated by Colombia.

Carlos Queiroz's official tenure ended after the tournament, but the Ghana FA reappointed him in early September to lead the next phase of the national team program.

With AFP

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