Carlos Queiroz left Black Stars’ job over lack of football infrastructure – GFA

Ghana Football Association (GFA) spokesperson Henry Asante Twum revealed that inadequate football infrastructure was among the factors leading Carlos Queiroz to resign as Black Stars coach. The GFA announced the termination of Queiroz's contract on October 1 after Ghana's disappointing start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.

The Black Stars have suffered two consecutive losses, failing to score in either game. Their opening match ended in a 2-0 defeat against Ivory Coast, followed by a 4-2 loss to The Gambia. Despite taking a 2-0 lead in the second match, the Black Stars conceded four goals in the second half, placing their qualification hopes in jeopardy.

According to Asante Twum, Queiroz was particularly troubled by the absence of a dedicated training base for the national team in Ghana. He expressed astonishment that the Black Stars did not possess a camp base for their training sessions. Moreover, Queiroz was discontent with the shared use of the same venue for both training and competitive matches, arguing that it hindered the development of a proper playing surface.

Following Queiroz's departure, a five-member committee has been formed to oversee the search for his successor, with their report slated for submission to the Sports Ministry by October 9. The Black Stars are set to resume their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign in October, facing Somalia in a double-header at the Accra Sports Stadium. The tournament, postponed from 2025, will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.