Queiroz reappointed Ghana head coach

Carlos Queiroz has been reappointed as head coach of Ghana’s men’s national team.

The 73-year-old Portuguese, who had two spells as assistant manager at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson, initially took charge of the Black Stars in April.

He led Ghana to the last 32 at this year’s FIFA World Cup, where they were beaten 1-0 by Colombia.

Queiroz appeared to announce his departure on social media shortly after the defeat, but the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has opted to re-engage him following internal discussions.

The GFA has not disclosed the length of his new contract but said Queiroz would prepare the Black Stars for “a successful new phase on the international stage”.

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“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 association said in a statement.

Queiroz has previously managed Iran, Portugal and Egypt at major international tournaments and has also had spells in charge of South Africa, Colombia and Qatar.

The GFA said further details about his mandate would be announced in due course.

Queiroz’s second spell will begin with Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, which is scheduled to start later this month.

The Black Stars are in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, The Gambia and Somalia. The dates and venues for their opening two fixtures are yet to be announced.