2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Queiroz explains criteria behind Black Stars squad selection
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has explained the key criteria used in selecting his squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and international friendly against Morocco.
Carlos Queiroz is set to extend his contract as head coach of the Ghana national football team, the Black Stars. The Portuguese coach, who previously led the team to the Round of 32 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will sign a two-year deal following his return to Ghana on September 18. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation have reportedly reached an agreement on his new mandate.
Queiroz's extensive international experience and technical expertise make him an ideal candidate to lead the Black Stars into future tournaments, according to the GFA. The team is currently preparing for their upcoming matches against Côte d’Ivoire on September 24 and The Gambia on September 27. Queiroz is expected to reveal his squad for these matches in the coming days.
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