Queiroz Confident in Ghana’s Progress Ahead of England Clash
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz expressed optimism that the Black Stars will continue to develop as their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign gains momentum.
Opening Win Over Panama Sets the Tone
The West Africans kicked off their tournament with a narrow 1‑0 victory against Panama. Caleb Yirenkyi struck late to seal the three points, giving Ghana a winning start in Group L.
Despite the positive result, Queiroz believes there is still plenty of room for improvement as the squad adapts to a new tactical system and builds stronger chemistry on the pitch.
Coach’s Vision for the Team
“We are growing as a team,” Queiroz said, as quoted by Ghanasoccernet.com. “We are playing with a different system, and our attacking style is built around the qualities of our players. The understanding between the players is improving with every game, and I am confident we will continue to develop as the tournament progresses.”
The Portuguese tactician emphasized his desire to see Ghana play with greater speed and directness moving forward.
“We want vertical football and full‑speed action. Step by step, the players will improve and adjust to each other,” he added.
Group Standings and Upcoming England Test
Following the win over Panama, Ghana sits in second place in Group L, behind England, who opened their campaign with a victory over Croatia.
The Black Stars now face a major challenge when they meet England at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday night, June 23. Queiroz’s confidence in the team’s growth will be put to the test in what promises to be a pivotal group‑stage encounter.
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