President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghana’s football authorities to do everything possible to convince Carlos Queiroz to remain as head coach of the Black Stars. The President believes the experienced Portuguese manager should continue leading the national team because he has already shown that he can build a strong squad capable of competing with the best teams in Africa and the world.
Mahama’s comments come at a time when there is growing discussion about the future of the Black Stars coaching position. Since Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end, many football fans, former players, and experts have shared different opinions about whether Queiroz should remain in charge. While some people believe a change is needed, the President has made it clear that he would like to see the coach continue with the team.
According to Mahama, keeping the current manager would provide stability and allow the players to continue developing under the same system. He believes changing coaches too often can interrupt progress and make it more difficult for a national team to achieve long term success.
Mahama Speaks During Stadium Inspection
The President shared his views on Friday while visiting the Ho Sports Stadium during an inspection tour. Although the visit focused on sports infrastructure, the discussion also turned to the future of the Black Stars following their performances at the World Cup.
During his address, Mahama explained that building a successful national team takes time. He believes coaches need enough time to understand their players, develop a playing style, and create a strong team spirit. In his opinion, Ghana has already started moving in the right direction under Carlos Queiroz, and changing direction now could slow that progress.
The President stressed that success in football is often built through patience rather than quick decisions. Many of the world’s strongest national teams have achieved success after working with the same coach for several years, allowing both players and coaches to grow together.
Belief in Tactical Continuity
One of the main reasons Mahama wants Queiroz to stay is because he believes the Portuguese coach has already established a solid foundation for the Black Stars. Rather than starting over with a new manager, the President thinks Ghana should continue building on the work that has already been done.
According to Mahama, maintaining tactical continuity is one of the most important factors in creating a successful national team. When players spend more time working under the same coach, they become more familiar with the team’s playing style, defensive shape, attacking movements, and overall strategy.
This understanding often leads to better performances on the pitch because players know exactly what is expected of them in different situations. Constant changes in coaching staff can force players to learn new systems repeatedly, making it harder to build consistency.
Mahama believes Ghana now has an opportunity to continue growing under the current setup instead of beginning another rebuilding process.
President Confident About Future Success
The President expressed strong confidence that Ghana can challenge for major trophies if the current group of players remains together and Carlos Queiroz continues leading the team.
“I’m sure that if we keep this team, and we persuade the coach Carlos Queiroz to continue to work with the team, by the time of the next AFCON and the next World Cup, we’ll have a team that can claim the championship in either of those two competitions,” Mahama stated.
His comments show his belief that the Black Stars are already moving in the right direction. Rather than focusing only on recent results, Mahama is looking ahead to future tournaments, including the next Africa Cup of Nations and the next FIFA World Cup.
The President believes the current squad has enough talent to compete for major honours if the players continue developing together under the same technical leadership.
Debate Over Queiroz’s Future Continues
Mahama’s public support comes while discussions about Carlos Queiroz’s future continue across the country. Since the end of the World Cup, many supporters have shared different opinions about whether the Portuguese coach should remain in charge of the national team.
Some fans believe Queiroz deserves more time because he managed to organise the team well and guided Ghana beyond the group stage. Others feel the Ghana Football Association should look for a different coach to lead the next phase of the team’s development.
Such debates are common after major international tournaments. Football supporters naturally have high expectations, and opinions often differ depending on how people judge the team’s overall performance.
The President’s comments add another important voice to the discussion, especially given his position as Ghana’s Head of State and his interest in the continued growth of sports across the country.
Ghana Exceeded Many Expectations
Before the 2026 FIFA World Cup began, many football fans believed Ghana would face a difficult challenge. The Black Stars entered the tournament with limited expectations, and some observers questioned whether the team would be able to progress beyond the group stage.
Under Carlos Queiroz, however, Ghana produced several encouraging performances that surprised many people.
The Black Stars began their campaign with a hard fought 1-0 victory over Panama. Although it was a narrow win, the three points provided the team with a strong start and boosted confidence heading into the remaining group matches.
Their second game attracted even more attention as Ghana held England to a goalless draw. England entered the tournament as one of the favourites, making Ghana’s defensive performance even more impressive.
The draw also allowed the Black Stars to continue their impressive record in second group matches at the FIFA World Cup. The result showed that the team could compete successfully against some of the strongest nations in international football.
Knockout Qualification Was an Important Achievement
Ghana’s performances during the group stage earned them a place in the newly introduced Round of 32. Reaching the knockout stage represented an important achievement for a team that many people had not expected to advance from such a competitive group.
Qualifying for the knockout rounds gave the players valuable experience against high quality opposition and showed signs that the team was making progress under Queiroz’s leadership.
Although the Black Stars lost their final group match against Croatia, the defeat did not prevent them from reaching the knockout stage. The team remained focused on the bigger objective of continuing its World Cup journey.
The Round of 32 presented another difficult challenge as Ghana faced Colombia. Despite putting in a determined effort, the Black Stars suffered a narrow defeat that ended their participation in the tournament.
Even though Ghana’s World Cup campaign came to an end, many observers believed the team had shown enough promise to build optimism for the future.
Looking Ahead to AFCON and the Next World Cup
President Mahama believes the work started by Carlos Queiroz should continue as Ghana prepares for future competitions. He feels the lessons learned during the World Cup can help the team become even stronger in the coming years.
International football often rewards teams that remain patient and continue developing the same group of players over time. Experience gained in one tournament can become extremely valuable when preparing for the next competition.
The President believes Ghana now has an opportunity to build on the progress made during the World Cup instead of beginning another rebuilding process with a different coach and a new playing style.
With qualification campaigns for the next Africa Cup of Nations and the next FIFA World Cup approaching, maintaining stability could become an important advantage for the Black Stars.
A Call for Stability
Mahama’s message is clear. He believes Ghana should avoid making rushed decisions and instead focus on preserving the progress already achieved under Carlos Queiroz.
The President is convinced that the Portuguese coach has created a solid foundation that can lead to future success if given enough time. He believes keeping both the coaching staff and the core group of players together will allow the Black Stars to continue improving and eventually compete for major international trophies.
Whether the Ghana Football Association decides to extend Queiroz’s stay remains to be seen. However, Mahama’s public endorsement has added fresh momentum to the conversation about the future of the national team.
For now, the Black Stars stand at an important point in their development. The decisions made in the coming months could shape the direction of Ghanaian football for years to come. If the President’s advice is followed, Carlos Queiroz could remain at the centre of that journey as Ghana looks ahead with renewed hope and ambition.
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