Carlos Queiroz set for record-equalling 5th straight World Cup as Ghana face Panama
New York, June 15
At 73, Carlos Queiroz is still one World Cup short of equalling the record for the most appearances by a coach at the tournament, but he is set to enter the history books once again this week.
Queiroz will lead Ghana in their Group L opener against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday, extending a remarkable streak that began with Portugal at the 2010 World Cup.
He subsequently guided Iran at three consecutive editions in 2014, 2018 and 2022, making this his fifth successive World Cup campaign as a head coach.
The achievement equals the record set by Bora Milutinovic, who coached five different national teams across five consecutive World Cups between 1986 and 2002.
The overall record for most World Cup appearances by a coach belongs to Brazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira, who has featured at six editions of the tournament.
However, unlike Queiroz and Milutinovic, Parreira's appearances did not come in consecutive World Cups.
Ghana begin their World Cup campaign against Panama on June 17 in Toronto before facing England and Croatia in their remaining Group L fixtures.
Squad:
Goalkeepers: Joseph Anang, Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi.
Defenders: Jonas Adjetey, Derrick Luckassen, Gideon Mensah, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Kojo Oppong Preprah, Baba Abdul Rahman, Alidu Seidu, Marvin Senaya.
Midfielders: Augustine Boakye, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Elisha Owusu, Thomas Partey, Kwasi Sibo, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Caleb Yirenkyi
Forwards: Prince Kwabena Adu, Jordan Ayew, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Antoine Semenyo, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Inaki Williams.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Amazing achievement for Queiroz! But I'm a bit concerned – Ghana has a tough group with England and Croatia. They'll need all their best players like Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams to perform well. Hope the Black Stars can make it out of the group stage! 🇬🇭
Queiroz's tactical discipline is well known – he transformed Iran into a defensive unit that frustrated many big teams. However, I worry that his defensive style might not suit Ghana's traditional attacking flair. The Black Stars have always been known for their free-flowing football. Adapt or perish, as they say!
It's fascinating how Queiroz has managed to coach teams from different continents. First Europe, then Asia, now Africa. He truly understands the global game! As an Indian, I find it inspiring how football connects so many cultures. More countries should invest in experienced foreign coaches like this. 💪
Honestly, I'm not completely sold on Queiroz's appointment. Yes, he has the experience, but his Iran teams were often criticized for being too defensive and boring to watch. Ghana fans expect entertaining football. Plus, at 73, can he handle the pressure of a World Cup campaign? Let's see!
India needs to take notes from this! Queiroz's ability to adapt to different footballing cultures is remarkable. Our national team has so much potential, but we need experienced, world-class coaches like him to guide our players. The All India Football Federation should look at such global talent for the national team! 😊