Carlos Queiroz, the head coach of Ghana's Black Stars, has firmly denied reports that he resigned from his position following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 73-year-old Portuguese manager addressed the speculation after a Ghanaian supporter confronted him abroad, questioning whether he had stepped down after the tournament.
Queiroz Sets the Record Straight
In a video posted on X, Queiroz clarified that his earlier social media post had been misinterpreted as an emotional farewell. He stated unequivocally, "I didn't resign." The former Real Madrid and Portugal manager signed a four-month contract with the Ghana Football Association in April 2026, which is set to expire in August. He remains under contract and will continue to lead the team through their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, which begins in September.
Ghana's World Cup Performance
Queiroz oversaw five matches during his tenure, recording one win, two draws, and two defeats. Ghana reached the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time since 2010, before suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, according to FIFA. The team's performance, while improved, has not been without criticism.
Fan Reactions
The clarification from Queiroz has sparked mixed reactions among Ghanaian fans on X. User @theAucimerian commented, "Honestly, I don't want him to resign. It's not his fault." Another user, @gselliott67, wrote, "Now we have Carlos Queiroz dropping a whole 'I didn't resign' video from what looks like the middle of New York. The Black Stars drama never fails to find a new, chaotic plot twist."
Context and Future Outlook
Queiroz's denial comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Black Stars' performance. The team's World Cup campaign was seen as a step forward, but questions remain about the squad's consistency. With the AFCON qualifiers on the horizon, Queiroz will be looking to build on the team's knockout stage appearance and secure a strong start to the qualifying campaign.
