Black Stars assistant coach Roger De Sa has suggested that Carlos Queiroz remains the head coach of Ghana’s senior national team despite widespread reports surrounding the Portuguese manager’s future.
Speculation over Queiroz’s position has continued since Ghana’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced coach appeared to say goodbye to the Black Stars after sharing an emotional message on social media following the team’s exit from the competition. His message quickly led to reports that he had stepped down from his role.
However, the situation has remained unclear in the days since the tournament ended. Queiroz later insisted that he had not officially resigned, and now his assistant coach has added another voice to the discussion by suggesting that no formal decision has been communicated to the coaching staff.
De Sa explained that, as far as he is aware, Carlos Queiroz is still the head coach because no official confirmation has been given regarding the Portuguese tactician’s departure.
Uncertainty Continues Over Queiroz’s Future
Carlos Queiroz was appointed as Ghana head coach shortly before the 2026 FIFA World Cup after replacing Otto Addo.
The Portuguese manager arrived with a wealth of experience, having previously managed several national teams and top clubs during his coaching career. His appointment was viewed as an attempt to stabilise the Black Stars before the biggest tournament in world football.
His contract was designed as a short term agreement focused mainly on leading Ghana through the World Cup campaign.
After Ghana’s exit from the competition, many supporters believed Queiroz had resigned following a heartfelt message he shared on social media.
In that message, the veteran coach thanked the Ghana Football Association, his players, members of the technical staff and supporters for their support throughout his time with the Black Stars. Many people interpreted the message as a farewell statement.
Queiroz Later Clarified His Position
Although his social media post was widely viewed as a resignation message, Carlos Queiroz later explained that this was not his intention.
During a social media interview, the experienced coach revealed that he had not officially resigned from his role as Black Stars head coach.
His clarification surprised many football fans because reports about his departure had already spread widely across both local and international media.
The Portuguese tactician explained that his message was simply intended to express gratitude to everyone who had supported him during Ghana’s World Cup campaign.
His comments helped create fresh uncertainty over his future, with many waiting for an official announcement from either the Ghana Football Association or the coach himself.
Roger De Sa Has Heard Nothing Official
Roger De Sa, who joined Ghana’s technical team shortly before the World Cup, says he has not received any official information suggesting Carlos Queiroz has left the national team.
The South African coach explained that he has only seen reports circulating on social media and has not been directly informed of any change.
Speaking in an interview with KickOff, De Sa made it clear that he believes Queiroz would have personally informed him if he had decided to step down.
“I don’t know if that’s official [that he has left], I have only seen it on social media. But I don’t think that is from him because he would have told me if that’s the case,” De Sa said in an interview with KickOff.
His comments have added another layer to the ongoing discussion surrounding the future of Ghana’s coaching setup.
De Sa Worked Closely With Queiroz
Roger De Sa became part of Ghana’s technical team shortly before the World Cup as Carlos Queiroz assembled his coaching staff.
The former South African international brought years of coaching experience to the Black Stars and worked closely with Queiroz throughout the tournament.
Together, they faced the difficult task of preparing the national team within a limited period before the competition began.
The coaching staff also had to evaluate players spread across different countries before finalising the World Cup squad.
Despite the challenges, Ghana managed to qualify for the knockout stage after an encouraging group stage campaign.
Working together over several months meant that De Sa was in regular contact with Queiroz throughout the tournament. For that reason, his comments regarding the Portuguese coach’s future have attracted significant attention.
Ghana Started the World Cup Well
The Black Stars began their World Cup campaign with a positive result against Panama. Ghana secured a narrow but important 1-0 victory that gave the team confidence ahead of their remaining group matches.
The result also rewarded the work that the coaching staff had put into preparing the squad despite having limited time before the tournament.
Winning the opening game placed Ghana in a strong position within Group L. Players and supporters believed the team had established a solid foundation for qualification.
Strong Defensive Display Against England
Ghana followed their victory over Panama with another impressive performance against England. Although the Black Stars were facing one of the tournament favourites, they defended extremely well throughout the match.
The game ended in a goalless draw, earning Ghana another valuable point. The disciplined defensive display received praise from football supporters and analysts alike.
The result also demonstrated the tactical organisation introduced by Carlos Queiroz and his coaching staff. It became one of Ghana’s most memorable performances during the competition.
Croatia Defeat But Qualification Secured
Ghana’s final group stage match came against Croatia. Despite producing another determined performance, the Black Stars suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat.
Although the result was disappointing, Ghana still managed to finish third in Group L. Thanks to the tournament’s expanded format, the Black Stars qualified for the Round of 32 as one of the best third placed teams.
The achievement marked Ghana’s return to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time since 2010. It represented an important milestone for both the players and coaching staff.
Colombia End Ghana’s World Cup Dream
Ghana’s World Cup journey eventually came to an end in the Round of 32. The Black Stars faced Colombia in a difficult knockout match where both teams battled for a place in the next stage.
Colombia scored the only goal of the game to secure a 1-0 victory. Despite Ghana’s determination, the team could not find an equaliser before the final whistle.
The defeat ended the country’s hopes of progressing further in the tournament. Although the result was disappointing, many observers praised Ghana’s defensive organisation and fighting spirit throughout the competition.
Attention Now Turns to AFCON Qualification
With the World Cup now over, the Black Stars have shifted their focus toward the next major international challenge. Ghana will soon begin preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The four time African champions have been placed in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, Somalia and The Gambia. The qualifying campaign is expected to begin in September, giving the coaching staff time to assess the team’s performances and prepare for the matches ahead.
Whether Carlos Queiroz remains in charge or another coach is appointed, Ghana’s objective will be to secure qualification for the continental tournament and continue rebuilding the national team.
For now, uncertainty continues over the future of the Black Stars coaching position. However, Roger De Sa’s latest comments suggest that, from the perspective of someone working closely with Carlos Queiroz, there has been no official confirmation that the Portuguese coach has left his role.
Until an official announcement is made by either the Ghana Football Association or Queiroz himself, speculation over the future of the Black Stars head coach is likely to continue as Ghana prepares for the next chapter of its international football journey.
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