Carlos Queiroz announced on Sunday he was leaving his job as Ghana coach after the African side were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Round of 32 stage.
Ghana were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City on Friday after only registering eight attempts on goal.
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Much-travelled
The much-travelled Quieroz, who coached Iran at the last World Cup in Qatar, said: “I leave this journey with pride in what we achieved, but also with the healthy dissatisfaction of those who always wanted more.”
Queiroz urged Ghana to push forward in the future, saying: “The future of the Black Stars will not be built only on the pitch.”
The former Real Madrid coach and Manchester United assistant coach added: “Reaching a higher level should never be the destination – it should be the beginning of even greater ambitions.
“Black Stars success must start off the field, by creating the best possible environment to prepare, protect and develop Ghana’s extraordinary football talent.”
Quieroz was only appointed in April when Otto Addo was dismissed.
Fell out with SAFA
Under Queiroz, South Africa qualified for the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
However, the now 73-year-old resigned in March 2002 before the finals, after falling out with the South African Football Association.
