2026 World Cup: Carlos Queiroz expected to arrive in Ghana this week for official unveiling

Newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz is expected in Ghana this week for his official unveiling, as preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The experienced Portuguese tactician, who has previously handled Egypt and Portugal, has signed a short-term four-month contract to lead Ghana into the global showpiece scheduled for the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Queiroz’s appointment follows the dismissal of Otto Addo last month after Ghana’s disappointing pre-World Cup friendlies. The Black Stars suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Austria in Vienna before falling 2-1 to Germany in Stuttgart, results that ultimately ended Addo’s tenure.

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has since moved swiftly to install Queiroz as his replacement, with his arrival expected to trigger a formal unveiling ceremony attended by the media and key stakeholders.

As part of the protocol, the GFA will also formally introduce the new head coach to the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams.

Following his unveiling, Queiroz will immediately take charge of Ghana’s final phase of preparations, which includes friendly matches against Mexico and Wales on June 2.

The Black Stars head into the World Cup carrying high expectations as they compete in Group L. Ghana will open their campaign against Panama on June 17, before facing England on June 23 and Croatia on June 27.

Queiroz arrives with a wealth of tournament experience, having guided South Africa to World Cup qualification in 2002, led Portugal to the knockout stages in 2010, and managed Iran at both the 2014 and 2018 editions.

Ghana will be hoping his pedigree brings stability and renewed competitiveness, following early exits at the 2014 and 2022 tournaments in Brazil and Qatar.