Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has etched his name into FIFA World Cup history after becoming the oldest coach ever to win a match at the tournament.
The experienced Portuguese manager reached the milestone on Wednesday as he guided the Black Stars to a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L fixture.
Ghana appeared destined to settle for a draw before midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi produced a dramatic stoppage-time winner to secure all three points for the four-time African champions.
Following the match, FIFA acknowledged Queiroz’s achievement, highlighting both his longevity and continued impact on football’s biggest stage.
“The oldest head coach to win a match at the @FIFAWorldCup,” FIFA said.
“Carlos Queiroz is coaching at his fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup, more than any other head coach at this year’s tournament!”
The victory gives Ghana a valuable early advantage in Group L as they pursue a place in the knockout stages.
The Black Stars will next take on England at Gillette Stadium on June 23 before concluding their group campaign against Croatia on June 27.
Buoyed by their winning start, Ghana will be hoping to maintain their momentum and secure qualification for the knockout rounds for the first time since their historic run to the quarter-finals at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
