AFCON 2027Q: Queiroz’s contract terminated after Ghana’s shock defeat to Gambia
Carlos Queiroz has left his role as the head coach of Ghana, after a shock defeat to Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series. This was confirmed by the Ghana Football Association, GFA. GFA noted that they had reached a mutual agreement with Queiroz to terminate his contract. This comes barely one […] AFCON 2027Q: Queiroz’s contract terminated after Ghana’s shock defeat to Gambia
Carlos Queiroz has been dismissed from his position as head coach of the Ghana national football team following a surprising loss to Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced the termination of Queiroz's contract, confirming the decision reached through mutual agreement. This development occurs just one month after Queiroz was reinstated as the team's coach.
The GFA expressed that the decision was not made lightly, emphasizing their commitment to the best interests of Ghana, the Black Stars, and Ghanaian football. In a statement published on their website, Queiroz acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, stating that the necessary conditions for his continued role were not fully established. He further attributed the termination to the team's recent performance, which he felt was insufficient to warrant keeping him in his current position.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Carlos Queiroz quits as Ghana coach a month into his second tenure in charge winnipegfreepress.com
- Ghana part ways with coach Queiroz after poor start to AFCON qualifiers channelnewsasia.com
