Carlos Queiroz set for Ghana arrival as Black Stars era begins

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The Ghana Football Association confirms Carlos Queiroz will arrive in Ghana within days for his official Black Stars unveiling as head coach.

GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum announced the 73-year-old Portuguese tactician’s short-term deal ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Queiroz replaces Otto Addo, sacked in March after friendlies losses to Austria and Germany exposed preparations chaos. His past stints with Egypt, Colombia, and Oman bring elite experience to Ghana’s fifth World Cup bid.

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Asante Twum detailed the fan-focused rollout on Asempa FM: “In the next few days, Carlos Queiroz will arrive… to personally tell us his plans, expectations, and ambitions.” A press conference follows, opening Queiroz to media questions.

Work kicks off next month with a Mexico friendly, sharpening blades for the June 2 Wales clash. Group L awaits: Panama (June 17, Toronto), England (June 23, Boston), Croatia (June 27, Philadelphia).

After 2014 Brazil and 2022 Qatar group disappointments, Queiroz must forge belief and knockout steel from a ticking clock. Ghana dreams big, his unveiling launches the redemption mission.