Carlos Queiroz Resigns as Ghana Coach After World Cup Qualifier Exit

Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as the head coach of Ghana's national football team after their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team's 1-0 loss to Colombia in the final round marked the end of their World Cup aspirations and Queiroz's tenure.

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Futbol, vida como es, nos enseña una lección atemporal: o ganas o aprendes.

In a social media post, Queiroz shared his reflections on the experience. He described football as a teacher, stating, "Football, like life, teaches us a timeless lesson: you either win or you learn." He acknowledged the disappointment but chose to focus on the team's progress and future potential.

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Dejo este viaje con orgullo, mirando lo que hemos logrado, pero también con una sana decepción de lo que sucedió en este viaje.

"I leave this journey with pride, looking at what we have achieved, but also with a healthy disappointment for what happened on this journey," Queiroz wrote. He stressed that reaching a high level should not be the end goal but rather the beginning of greater ambitions for the "Black Stars."

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El futuro de las Estrellas Negras no debe ser solo en el campo, sino el comienzo de objetivos más grandes.

Queiroz extended his "deepest gratitude" to his players, staff, and the Ghanaian fans. He expressed pride in serving the national team and concluded his message with "Thank you, Ghana. The journey begins now."

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Mi más profunda gratitud a mis jugadores y a mi equipo, a las estrellas negras de mi equipo.