Ghana aims for World Cup advancement under Queiroz against Colombia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz emphasized his team's responsibility to advance an African side to the World Cup round of 16 during a press conference in Kansas City on Thursday. He mentioned the importance of their upcoming match against Colombia, scheduled for Friday, while reflecting on the past struggles of African teams in knockout stages. Queiroz expressed pride in his players' fighting spirit and their determination to improve their historical performance. Captain Jordan Ayew highlighted the desire to replicate Ghana's memorable quarter-final run in 2010.
- •Ghana faces Colombia in a World Cup match on July 3.
- •Queiroz leads Ghana as they aim to advance after group stage success.
- •Only Morocco has reached the last 16 among African teams this tournament.
- •Ayew recalls Ghana's 2010 World Cup quarter-final achievement.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Ghana have 'duty to Africa' to progress at World Cup, says Queiroz
"Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz said Thursday it was his team's "duty" to ensure an African side reached the World Cup round of 16 after a string of knockout defeats for teams from the continent. So it is on our shoulders to be sure that we add another African team to the next round.
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