Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has stated that he is willing to resign from his position if the Ghana Football Association (GFA) believes his departure would provide a solution to the country's football problems. This statement comes after the Black Stars' dramatic 4-2 defeat to The Gambia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium. The loss has intensified scrutiny on Queiroz, who was reappointed by the GFA earlier this month.
The Portuguese coach made the comments following a disappointing performance by the Black Stars, who had established a two-goal advantage before conceding four unanswered goals to The Gambia. This result has left Ghana without a point from their first two Group C matches, having previously suffered a 2-0 defeat to Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké. The GFA had cited Queiroz's international experience and knowledge of the team when confirming his new mandate.
The defeat is particularly damaging given that Ghana missed out on the 2025 AFCON and entered the current campaign hoping to secure a return to the continental tournament. Queiroz had called for an attacking performance before Tuesday's match, insisting that Ghana needed to dominate possession and play with a positive mindset. He had also urged supporters to back the players available to him.
However, surrendering a two-goal lead at home has left the Black Stars facing a difficult path in their bid to qualify for the 2027 tournament. The responsibility for determining Queiroz's future now rests with the GFA, while Ghana must regroup and find a way to revive its qualifying campaign in the remaining fixtures. The GFA will have to consider Queiroz's statement and the team's performance when making their decision.
Queiroz was reappointed by the GFA earlier this month to continue as head coach after guiding Ghana to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The GFA had expressed confidence in his abilities, but the team's recent performances have raised concerns about his position. The coach's willingness to resign may be seen as a gesture of goodwill, but it remains to be seen how the GFA will respond.
The Black Stars' next match will be crucial in determining their chances of qualifying for the 2027 AFCON. Ghana will need to bounce back from their disappointing start and secure a positive result to keep their hopes alive. The team's performance will be closely watched, and Queiroz's future may depend on the outcome of their upcoming matches.
The GFA will have to make a decision about Queiroz's future soon, taking into account his statement and the team's performance. The coach's resignation would be a significant development, and the GFA will need to consider the potential impact on the team and the country's football landscape.
Key points
- Carlos Queiroz is willing to resign as Ghana head coach if it would solve the country's football problems.
- Ghana lost to The Gambia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, leaving them without a point from their first two Group C matches.
- The GFA will have to make a decision about Queiroz's future following the team's disappointing start to the qualifying campaign.
