Accra, Ghana — September 3, 2026 — The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reached an agreement with Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz for his reappointment as head coach of the Black Stars.
The decision comes only a few weeks after the conclusion of his previous mandate, which included leading Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
According to the GFA, discussions involving the Association, Queiroz and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation resulted in an agreement for the experienced coach to take charge of the national team under a new mandate.
New mandate begins during upcoming international window
The GFA said Queiroz’s new assignment will commence during the upcoming international window.
The Association said his extensive international experience, technical expertise and knowledge of the Black Stars were key factors behind the decision to bring him back.
“The GFA believes Queiroz’s extensive international experience, technical expertise and knowledge of the Black Stars position him strongly to lead the team into this next chapter.”
The duration and specific terms of the new mandate have not been disclosed. The GFA said further details concerning the appointment and the Black Stars’ upcoming programme would be announced in due course.
Queiroz returns after World Cup campaign
Queiroz’s previous mandate was centred on Ghana’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Portuguese coach guided the Black Stars to the Round of 32, where Ghana’s campaign ended following a defeat to Colombia. His initial agreement concluded after the tournament, before discussions began over his future with the national team.
His return provides continuity on the Black Stars’ technical bench as Ghana prepares for its next international commitments.
Immediate focus on 2027 AFCON qualifiers
Queiroz’s first major task in his renewed spell will be Ghana’s campaign in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Black Stars are scheduled to face Côte d’Ivoire during the September international window, with the qualification programme beginning later this month.
The compressed international schedule means Queiroz will have limited time to prepare the squad before Ghana’s next competitive fixtures.
GFA backs experience and familiarity
The GFA’s decision reflects its preference for an experienced coach who already understands the Black Stars setup.
Queiroz has previously managed several national teams, including Portugal, Iran, Colombia and Egypt, giving him extensive experience at international level.
His familiarity with Ghana’s players and the national-team environment was also cited by the GFA as an advantage as the team moves into a new phase.
The Association said it and Queiroz will now focus on building what it described as a successful new chapter for Ghana on the international stage.
What happens next?
With the appointment confirmed, attention will now turn to Queiroz’s squad selection and preparations for Ghana’s upcoming international fixtures.
The GFA has not yet announced the full details of the coach’s new mandate, including its duration, specific performance targets or other contractual terms.
For now, the Portuguese coach is set to return to the Black Stars dugout as Ghana begins preparations for the next stage of its international programme.
