By Amaechi Agbo

Ghana head coach, Carlos Queiroz has resigned from his duty after just three months in charge following the Black Stars’ elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The 73-year-old Portuguese manager departed after Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32.

Queiroz was appointed in April to take over the team after the Ghana Football Association (GFA) dismissed Otto Addo. During his brief tenure, he led the team through the World Cup campaign, where they beat Panama, drew with England, and lost to Croatia in the group stage before exiting in the knockout round.

In a statement posted to social media following the exit, Queiroz said: “I leave this journey with pride in what we achieved, but also with the healthy dissatisfaction of those who always wanted more. Reaching a higher level should never be the destination—it should be the beginning of even greater ambitions.

“The future of the Black Stars will not be built only on the pitch.
Black Stars Success must start off the field, by creating the best possible environment to prepare, protect and develop Ghana’s extraordinary football talent.,”

He thank the Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, the board, players staff and fans for their support during his time.

” To my President and Board, thank you so much for the opportunity to serve the Ghana National Football Team. It was an honor and privilege to serve the Country and the Black Stars.

” To my players and staff, my deepest gratitude for your courage, commitment and unwavering dedication to the team.

” To the fans, we cannot claim complete sporting satisfaction, but we can proudly say that we honoured the colours of Ghana and restored respect and credibility to the Black Stars on football’s greatest stage.*”

The GFA is expected to name their next coach in real time as the Black Stats will assemble in September to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers.

Ghana’ will compete in Group C of the qualifiers with Ivory Coast, The Gambia and Somalia