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Carlos Queiroz is set to manage at his fifth World Cup in 2026 Former Manchester United assistant manager Carlos Queiroz has been appointed as Ghana's head coach for the upcoming World Cup. The 73-year-old Portuguese has replaced Otto Addo, who was sacked on 31 March after friendly defeats by Germany and Austria. The Black Stars, who are in the same World Cup group as England, also failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations under Addo. Queiroz had two spells as Sir Alex Ferguson's assistant at Old Trafford, first from 2002-2003 and then from 2004-2008, either side of a stint as Real Madrid head coach. He was most recently in charge of Oman but left the role last month after they failed to qualify for the World Cup. "I accept this mission with the same passion and commitment that have guided me throughout my career, " Queiroz said. "Ghana is a nation of talent, pride, and footballing soul. I arrive with respect for its history and belief in its future. " Mozambique-born Queiroz led Portugal to the last 16 at the 2010 World Cup and has coached Iran at the past three editions of the tournament. Queiroz has also held coaching positions with Egypt, Japan, Colombia, and South Africa, and previously led Portugal in the early 1990s. Ghana play their first World Cup match in Group L against Panama on 17 June before fixtures against England and Croatia on 23 June and 27 June respectively. This summer's tournament is being co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico. Latest Manchester United news, analysis and fan views Ask about Man Utd - what do you want to know? Leeds stun Man Utd to move six points clear of drop zone A monumental night for Leeds - what does it mean in survival scrap? 'One of worst decisions ever' - Martinez sent off for hair-pull A revealing look into the life of boxer Tommy Fury How My Little Pony galloped into toy history How young men's lives are influenced by the manosphere When will the next 'super-volcano' erupt? Mc Ilroy makes major warning after Masters triumph Another Sunday In Hell: The brutal race that thwarts the greats Where does Mc Ilroy rank among greats after Masters defence? Mc Ilroy holds nerve to win second successive Masters. Video Mc Ilroy holds nerve to win second successive Masters Man City smell blood - why Arsenal should fear title rivals Will Romero's tears become the enduring image of Tottenham's season? The decade-long struggle to get Fury & Joshua together 'Big punch in the face' - could Arsenal really blow title from here? England far from perfect but Red Roses machine marches on A tough season, playing angry, and messaging Michael Owen Will this be the biggest Women's Six Nations so far? What do you think is the most beautiful F1 car of all time? Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.