2026 WC: Our real 'World Cup' starts now - Carlos Queiroz ahead of Ghana v Colombia clash
Carlos Queiroz, head coach of the Black Stars, declared on Thursday that the 2026 World Cup effectively begins at the knockout stage. He stated, "The real World Cup starts now. These are the games that count and matter." Ghana will face Colombia in a Round of 32 clash at the Kansas City Stadium on July 4, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 GMT.
Queiroz assumed the Ghana job in April 2026. He has previously led teams at four World Cups with three different nations: Portugal (2010), Iran (2014 and 2018), and Egypt (2022). Ghana conceded just two goals in the group phase. A win over Colombia would send Ghana into the Round of 16 for the first time in 16 years.
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Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that the 2026 World Cup truly begins with the knockout stage as Ghana prepares to face Colombia. This
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