New Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz is confident home‑based talents can earn Black Stars places ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Queiroz, who has coached Real Madrid and Manchester United, is taking over from Otto Addo after Ghana’s recent losses in friendly matches against Austria and Germany.
Ghana, known as one of Africa’s top football teams, is preparing for the World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The team hopes to make a big impact at the tournament.
Lately, it has been hard for players from Ghana’s local league to get regular spots on the national team. Benjamin Asare is one of the few home-based players who have been called up often.
After being introduced at the Alisa Hotel, Queiroz encouraged local players and said he will be watching their performances in the domestic league as he considers options for the World Cup squad.
“I have no problem with egos. We need them—that’s why these players are in the national team. My responsibility is to channel that into the benefit of the team,” he said. “I believe there are several players in the local league who have the potential to make the World Cup squad.”
At 73, Queiroz has coached many national teams, including Portugal, Iran, Egypt, Japan, Qatar, and Oman.
He also has plenty of World Cup experience. He helped South Africa qualify in 2002, took Portugal to the Round of 16 in 2010, and led Iran in 2014 and 2018.
Ghana hopes to benefit from Queiroz’s experience as it prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars will start their tournament against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, then face England and Croatia in a tough group stage.
