Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as head coach of the Ghana national football team following their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese manager, appointed in March on a four-month contract, led the Black Stars to the Round of 32 for the first time since 2010 before a loss to Colombia ended their campaign.
Queiroz Announces Departure with Strong Message
Queiroz took to social media to confirm his resignation, expressing pride in the team's achievements but also disappointment at not reaching further. He delivered a pointed message to Ghanaian football administrators, stating that success must be built off the pitch. “The future of the Black Stars will not be built only on the pitch. Black Stars Success must start off the field, by creating the best possible environment to prepare, protect and develop Ghana’s extraordinary football talent,” he wrote.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has not yet publicly responded to his resignation. The Black Stars are now preparing for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in September without a head coach.
Salary Breakdown: $72,000 Per Game
Initial reports suggested Queiroz earned a monthly salary of $100,000, but the Sports Ministry denied this figure. According to GhanaSoccernet, his actual monthly salary was around $90,000. During his tenure, Queiroz managed five matches: a 1-1 draw with Wales in a pre-World Cup friendly, a win over Panama, a draw with England, a loss to Croatia, and the Round of 32 defeat to Colombia. This translates to approximately $72,000 per game, a significant sum for a record of one win, two draws, and two losses.
Ghana's World Cup Prize Money
The GFA received $13.5 million in participation and preparation funding from FIFA, plus an additional $11 million for reaching the Round of 32. The team's early exit means they will not receive further prize money from the tournament.
