Carlos Queiroz, the 73-year-old Portuguese tactician, is in advanced negotiations to become the new head coach of the Bahrain national team. According to African football expert Nuhu Adams, a formal agreement is expected to be concluded within the coming days. This development comes just 29 days after Queiroz parted ways with Ghana's Black Stars, a team he was reappointed to in September 2026.
Queiroz's second stint as Black Stars coach proved to be remarkably short-lived. He spent only 29 days in the role before stepping down following a troubled start to Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Ghana suffered a 2-0 loss to Côte d'Ivoire before conceding four goals in a 4-2 defeat to Gambia, results that left the team in a precarious position in the qualification race.
Should the agreement be formalised, Queiroz will take on the task of steering Bahrain to the 2027 Asian Cup of Nations, giving him a clear short-term objective as he returns to international management once again. The appointment would represent yet another chapter in a lengthy career in international football. Queiroz has previously managed Portugal, Iran and Colombia, in addition to his two spells with Ghana.
Queiroz's potential appointment as Bahrain's head coach would be his latest assignment as he continues a career defined by cross-continental moves between national programmes. He also served as assistant coach for Manchester United under the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson during his club career. This experience has equipped him with the skills to manage teams at the highest level.
The Bahrain Football Association is keen on utilising Queiroz's expertise to improve their team's performance. Bahrain is currently looking to make a strong impression in the 2027 Asian Cup of Nations. With Queiroz at the helm, they are likely to adopt a more aggressive style of play, which has been a hallmark of his coaching career.
Meanwhile, Carlos Queiroz has been invited to CAF's Strategy Conference in Cape Verde, scheduled for October 7 to 9. The event will bring together coaches of Africa’s 10 representatives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This invitation is a testament to Queiroz's reputation and experience in African football.
The appointment of Queiroz as Bahrain's head coach is expected to be officially announced soon. Once confirmed, Queiroz will focus on preparing Bahrain for their upcoming matches, including their 2027 Asian Cup of Nations qualifiers. His experience and tactical acumen will be crucial in helping Bahrain achieve their goals.
Key points
- * Carlos Queiroz is close to being appointed as the new head coach of the Bahrain national team. * Queiroz parted ways with Ghana's Black Stars just 29 days after being reappointed. * His new role will involve guiding Bahrain to the 2027 Asian Cup of Nations.
