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Ghana has appointed former Manchester United assistant Carlos Queiroz as their new head coach just two months before the World Cup. He replaces Otto Addo, who was sacked after recent defeats to Austria and Germany.
England's World Cup group rivals Ghana have appointed former Manchester United assistant manager Carlos Queiroz as their new head coach, two months out from the tournament finals.
Queiroz succeeds Otto Addo, who was sacked 72 days out from the tournament following emphatic defeats by Austria and Germany.
"Coach Queiroz begins work immediately," the Ghana Football Association (GFA) said in a statement.
The 73-year-old Portuguese has substantial World Cup experience having previously overseen South Africa, Portugal and Iran on the global stage.
He was assistant to Sir Alex Ferguson across two spells at Old Trafford which sandwiched a short-lived stint as Real Madrid boss.
Carlos Queiroz has been appointed Ghana boss (Getty)
âIt is with a deep sense of gratitude to GFA, responsibility and humility that I embrace this new chapter with the National Football Team of Ghana,â Queiroz said in a statement on the GFA website.
âFootball has given me a lifetime of challenges, lessons, and unforgettable journeys, all over the world. Today, I accept this mission with the same passion and commitment that have guided me throughout my career.
âGhana is a nation of talent, pride, and footballing soul. I arrive with respect for its history and belief in its future. Together, with unity, discipline, and ambition, we will work to honour the expectations of a great football nation.
âThis is not just another job â it is a mission. And I am ready to give everything of my experience and knowledge once again, in service of the game and the happiness of people.
Ghanaâs group opener against Panama in Toronto on 17 June opens his Ghana reign with the England fixture taking place in Foxborough six days later.
Additional reporting from PA
Q&A
Why did Ghana sack Otto Addo as head coach?
Ghana sacked Otto Addo after the team suffered emphatic defeats to Austria and Germany.
What is Carlos Queiroz's experience with World Cup coaching?
Carlos Queiroz has substantial World Cup experience, having previously managed South Africa, Portugal, and Iran in the tournament.
When does Carlos Queiroz start his role as Ghana's head coach?
Carlos Queiroz begins his role as Ghana's head coach immediately, as confirmed by the Ghana Football Association.