Queiroz steps down after Ghana's World Cup exit

Queiroz resigns after World Cup exit

Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as Ghana head coach after the 1–0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, ending a tenure of just three months (3) (5). The 73-year-old confirmed his departure across multiple outlets, saying he leaves with pride but also frustration. "I close this journey with pride in what we achieved, but also with the healthy dissatisfaction of someone who always wanted more," Queiroz said (4). He was direct about his criticism of the football association, pointing to structural issues that need fixing (1). Seven sources carried the news within hours of the final whistle (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7).

Colombia 1–0, the campaign ends in Kansas City

A single goal decided it. Colombia edged Ghana 1–0 in the Round of 32, sending your team out of the tournament (3). Ghana reached the knockout stage as one of the best third-place finishers, collecting four points in Group L after a 0–0 draw with England and a 2–1 loss to Croatia. Queiroz had called the 48-team format "vulgar" and "ordinary," but his side still made it through. The wall simply held against Colombia.

Virus hits Colombia camp after Ghana match

James Rodríguez and Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo have both confirmed flu-like symptoms in the squad following the victory over Ghana (8). The illness is spreading through the Colombian camp ahead of their next match. No indication yet whether Ghana players were affected.