Carlos Queiroz has committed his future to Ghana after agreeing to continue as head coach of the Black Stars following his short-term appointment for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The 73-year-old Portuguese tactician took charge in April as Otto Addo’s replacement and initially had a four-month mandate. Following negotiations with the GFA and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, however, Queiroz has now agreed to stay on as Ghana prepares for the next phase of its football development.

Queiroz says his priority is to use the upcoming AFCON qualifying campaign to build a competitive side capable of challenging at the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

“Now, a new chapter begins,” he said. “Our ambition is clear: improve every day, unite the nation, make Ghana stronger and fight for every victory with passion, humility and pride.”

The former Portugal, Iran, Colombia and South Africa coach led Ghana into the knockout stage at the 2026 World Cup, where the Black Stars eventually lost 1-0 to Colombia.

His continuation gives him the opportunity to work further with a squad he already knows, with the GFA counting on his international experience to guide the team through the rebuilding process.

Ghana’s immediate challenge will be the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, beginning with an away meeting against Côte d’Ivoire before a home fixture against The Gambia during the September international window.

“The Mission Continues,” Queiroz declared as he begins his next chapter with the Black Stars.

Carlos Queiroz will remain in charge of the Black Stars after reaching an agreement with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to continue as head coach beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Portuguese coach was initially appointed in April on a four-month contract as a temporary replacement for Otto Addo. His deal expired after Ghana’s World Cup campaign, but discussions involving the GFA, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and Queiroz have now resulted in an extension.

Queiroz expressed his pride at continuing to lead Ghana, describing the position as both an honour and a responsibility. He believes the next major objective is to use the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers as the foundation for building a stronger Black Stars team ahead of the 2030 World Cup.

“It is with immense pride and honour that I confirm my continuation as Head Coach of the Black Stars of Ghana,” Queiroz said. “The Africa Cup of Nations is much more than our next destination — it is the golden gateway to building the Black Stars that will shine and proudly compete at the 2030 FIFA World Cup.”

Queiroz guided Ghana to the knockout stage at the 2026 World Cup after a win over Panama, a draw with England and a defeat to Croatia. Their campaign ended with a 1-0 loss to Colombia in the Round of 32.

The experienced 73-year-old has previously managed Portugal, Iran, South Africa and Colombia and also worked as an assistant at Manchester United and Real Madrid. His first major task in his extended tenure will be Ghana’s September AFCON qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia.

The exact length and terms of his new agreement have yet to be made public.

Ghana are set to face Tanzania in an international friendly during the September international window as Carlos Queiroz continues to assess his squad ahead of the next phase of his tenure.

The Taifa Stars have confirmed the friendly as part of their plans for the extended international break, with the fixture expected to provide both teams with an opportunity to test their squads ahead of their respective assignments.

The Black Stars will first turn their attention to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, where they have been drawn in Group F alongside Côte d’Ivoire and Gambia.

Queiroz’s side are scheduled to open their qualifying campaign against Côte d’Ivoire before hosting Gambia in their second group fixture.

Ghana are then expected to take on Tanzania several days later, giving Queiroz another chance to evaluate his players and work on his plans as he continues to build the team.

Tanzania will also use the friendly as part of their preparations for the 2027 AFCON. The Taifa Stars have been drawn alongside Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar in their qualifying group and, as co-hosts of the tournament, will also be looking to build a competitive squad ahead of the competition on home soil.