Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has deferred a definitive decision on his future with the Black Stars following the team’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Black Stars bowed out of the expanded tournament in the Round of 32 following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia at the Kansas City Stadium.
An early 14th-minute strike by Colombia's Jhon Arias, capitalising on a defensive lapse right after Ghanaian right-back Marvin Senaya was forced off with an injury, proved to be the decisive blow.
Despite a stellar performance by goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi, who pulled off crucial saves to keep Ghana alive, Queiroz's side lacked sharpness in the final third and failed to register a single shot on target.
The veteran manager refused to be drawn into discussions regarding whether he will extend his short-term contract with the Ghana Football Association.
"Next for me, it's to have a glass of water, relax after this game, refresh for the next morning, and start making other decisions," Queiroz told Sporty TV.
The 73-year-old tactician took charge of the national team in April 2026 under a tournament-focused mandate to steady the squad.
Despite guiding the Black Stars through a demanding Group L, this sudden knockout exit has sparked intense national debate over the team's tactical passivity.
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