Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz sets record as the oldest coach to win a match at the World Cup

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has set the record as the oldest coach to win a match at the World Cup.

The veteran Portuguese tactician achieved the feat on Wednesday night when he led the Black Stars to a hard-fought win against Panama.

In the dramatic Group L encounter, a late Caleb Yirenkyi strike in injury time handed Ghana a 1-0 win to amass all three points.

Today, FIFA has confirmed that Carlos Queiroz has become the oldest coach to win a match at the World Cup.

The 73-year-old is coaching at his fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup, more than any other head coach at this year's tournament!

The oldest head coach to win a match at the @FIFAWorldCup 🏆

Carlos Queiroz is coaching at his fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup, more than any other head coach at this year's tournament! pic.twitter.com/JYjbHJHiUg

— FIFA (@FIFAcom) June 18, 2026

Following that vital win against Panama, Carlos Queiroz and his Ghana side have turned attention to their next Group L match against England on June 23.

Even a draw from that game could confirm the Black Stars’ qualification to the Round of 32 stage.