Carlos Queiroz opts for continuity, retains Offei, Paintsil and Dauda for Black Stars role

New Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has opted for continuity within his technical team, retaining several key figures from the previous setup as part of his backroom staff.

The veteran gaffer has been appointed to replace Otto Addo, taking charge of the Black Stars following a disappointing run of results in recent international friendlies against Austria and Germany.

Speaking at his unveiling at the Alisa Hotel, it was revealed that assistant coach Desmond Offei, goalkeepers’ trainer Fatawu Dauda, and high-performance coach John Paintsil will all continue in their respective roles under the new regime.

The decision signals a blend of continuity and transition, with Queiroz looking to tap into the existing knowledge within the team while gradually implementing his own philosophy and tactical approach.

The experienced Portuguese tactician arrives with a wealth of pedigree, having previously worked with top clubs such as Real Madrid and Manchester United, as well as managing national teams including Portugal national football team and Iran national football team.

His World Cup credentials are equally impressive. Queiroz guided the South Africa national football team to qualification for the 2002 tournament, led Portugal to the Round of 16 in 2010, and managed Iran at both the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups.

He has also held coaching roles with the Egypt national football team, Japan national football team, Qatar national football team, and Oman national football team.

With preparations already underway, Queiroz is expected to quickly settle into his role as he begins planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Ghana will open their campaign against the Panama national football team on June 17 in Toronto, before facing the England national football team and the Croatia national football team in what promises to be a challenging group stage.

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