President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has spoken highly of Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, praising his experience, authority, and influence within the national team setup as Ghana fine-tunes preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Queiroz, 73, was appointed on a short-term deal leading into the tournament, stepping in after the departure of Otto Addo following a poor run of results earlier in the year.

Speaking to GFA Media, Mr Okraku described the veteran Portuguese tactician—who has previously managed Egypt, Iran, and Colombia—as a coach whose vast experience is already making an impact.

“So far, it’s been good. He is a man of his word with over 40 years of experience at the highest level of football, both at club and international level,” he said.

He added that Queiroz’s authority and conviction have stood out in the early stages of his tenure.

“His skillset is there for everybody to see. He is extremely firm in his belief.

“When we say that somebody has seen it all, he really fits that bill. I like the fact that when he walks into the dressing room, he commands natural respect,” Mr Okraku added.

Queiroz began his reign with a 1-1 draw against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium, a match seen as part of Ghana’s broader build-up to the global showpiece.

The Black Stars are currently in the United States continuing preparations for the tournament, where they have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

Ghana will open their World Cup campaign against Panama on June 17 at BMO Field, before facing England on June 23 at Gillette Stadium. Their final group match will be against Croatia on June 27.

Under Queiroz’s guidance, the four-time African champions will be targeting a return to the knockout stages for the first time since 2010, having exited at the group stage in both 2014 and 2022.