GFA removes Carlos Queiroz following Black Stars’ 4-2 loss to Gambia
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has parted ways with Carlos Queiroz after Ghana suffered back-to-back defeats in the opening matches of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
The decision was confirmed on Thursday, October 1, 2026, following discussions between the GFA and the Portuguese coach.
Ghana’s difficult start to the qualifiers began with a 2-0 loss to Côte d’Ivoire on September 24. The Black Stars then suffered another defeat five days later, losing 4-2 to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Ghana had taken a two-goal lead in that match but could not hold on. The result left the Black Stars without a point after two Group C games.
Queiroz had returned to the Black Stars in September after his first short-term contract ended following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
He was brought back to lead Ghana into the 2027 AFCON qualifiers after taking the team to the Round of 32 at the World Cup.
His first spell began in April, when he was appointed on a short-term deal specifically to oversee Ghana’s World Cup campaign. The Black Stars reached the Round of 32 but were eliminated by Colombia after a 1-0 defeat.
Across seven matches during that spell, Queiroz recorded one victory, two draws and four defeats. Ghana scored five goals and conceded 10.
His latest departure comes less than a month after the GFA reappointed him for the next phase of the national team’s programme.
Following the 4-2 defeat to The Gambia, Queiroz acknowledged the possibility of stepping aside if that would benefit Ghanaian football.
“If my resignation will be the solution for Ghana football, I’d be the first one to resign,” he said.
The GFA has not yet named a replacement for Queiroz as preparations continue for Ghana’s next AFCON qualifying assignment.
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