Carlos Queiroz ties World Cup record coaching Ghana in 2026 tournament
Carlos Queiroz, the 73-year-old Portuguese coach, has been appointed head coach of Ghana’s national football team two months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This marks his fifth consecutive World Cup as a manager, tying the record held by Bora Milutinović. Queiroz previously coached Portugal (2010) and Iran (2014, 2018, 2022). He describes this role as his greatest challenge. Ghana will face Panama in Toronto, with key midfielder Thomas Partey unavailable due to entry denial.
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Queiroz Becomes Fifth Coach in World Cup History to Manage Teams from Three Confederations
In the 2026 World Cup group stage match between Ghana and Panama, coach Carlos Queiroz led Ghana, marking his fifth World Cup appearance as a head coach. With this match, Queiroz became the fifth coach in World Cup history to manage teams from three different continental confederations. He previously coached Portugal (UEFA) in 2010, Iran (AFC) in 2014, 2018, and 2022, and now Ghana (CAF) in 2026. The four other coaches who achieved this feat are Pereira (AFC, CAF, CONMEBOL), Milutinovic (AFC, CAF, CONCACAF), Advocaat (AFC, CONCACAF, UEFA), and Hiddink (AFC, OFC, UEFA). The article highlights Queiroz's unique achievement in international football coaching.
虎扑 - 足球Queiroz Coaches Fifth World Cup, Ties Milutinović for Second-Most Appearances as Head Coach
On June 18, 2026, during the World Cup group stage match between Ghana and Panama, Carlos Queiroz led Ghana as head coach, marking his fifth World Cup appearance as a manager. Queiroz previously coached Portugal in 2010 and Iran in three consecutive tournaments (2014, 2018, 2022). With this achievement, he ties Bora Milutinović for second place in World Cup history for most tournaments coached. The record is held by Brazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira, who participated in six World Cups between 1982 and 2010. Other notable coaches with four appearances include Didier Deschamps and Óscar Tabárez.
虎扑 - 足球Carlos Queiroz: From Galácticos Madrid Struggles to Sixth World Cup Record
A profile and interview with 73-year-old Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz ahead of his sixth World Cup as manager, equaling the record of Brazil's Carlos Alberto Parreira. Queiroz, now coaching Ghana, reflects on his difficult season at Real Madrid's Galácticos in 2003/2004, emphasizing the difference between 'good' and 'correct' decisions. Despite a title-less spell at Madrid, he credits the experience for shaping his coaching wisdom across four decades. He will lead Ghana against Panama in Toronto, with notable players like Iñaki Williams and Antoine Semenyo, but without Thomas Partey due to entry denial. Queiroz has managed Portugal, Iran, South Africa, Colombia, Egypt, Qatar, and Oman since his Madrid stint.
FútbolCarlos Queiroz Ready for World Cup Start, Awaits Thomas Partey
Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, leading the Ghana national team, is preparing for the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is making history by participating in his fifth consecutive World Cup as a manager. The article highlights his readiness and his anticipation for the availability of key midfielder Thomas Partey. Published by Record Portugal on June 16, 2026, the report focuses on Queiroz's historic achievement and Ghana's upcoming campaign in the tournament.
RecordCarlos Queiroz to Lead Ghana at Fifth Consecutive World Cup, Matching Milutinovic's Record
Carlos Queiroz, the 73-year-old Portuguese coach appointed as Ghana's head coach two months ago, is set to lead his fifth consecutive World Cup, equaling the record of legendary Serbian coach Bora Milutinovic. Queiroz previously led Portugal to the 2010 World Cup and guided Iran through three consecutive tournaments (2014, 2018, 2022). After failing to qualify Oman for this year's World Cup, he believed he would not get another chance until the Ghana Football Association approached him to replace the sacked German coach Otto Addo. Queiroz stated he accepts the role 'with the same passion and commitment' that have defined his career. While he will not be the oldest head coach at the tournament—Czech Republic's Miroslav Koubek and South Africa's Hugo Broos are both 74—Queiroz will still make history. The article notes that if Queiroz had not been forced to leave the South Africa job before the 2002 World Cup, he could have coached six tournaments, a record held only by Brazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira.
虎扑 - 足球Carlos Queiroz Equals World Cup Record, Faces Greatest Challenge with Ghana
Carlos Queiroz, the 73-year-old Portuguese coach, has been appointed head coach of Ghana's national football team two months ago. This appointment marks his fifth consecutive World Cup, tying the record held by the legendary 'Bora' Milutinovic. Queiroz describes this role as the 'greatest challenge' of his career, highlighting the significance of leading Ghana in the upcoming tournament. The article, published by L'Équipe on June 16, 2026, underscores Queiroz's extensive experience and the high expectations for Ghana under his guidance.
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