France, April 14 -- "This is not just another job," said the 73-year-old after the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced the appointment.

"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."

Queiroz starts three weeks after leaving his post as coach of an Oman squad that he failed to steer to the 2026 World Cup.

He replaces Otto Addo who was sacked last month following four defeats on the trot in friendly matches.

"Coach Queiroz begins work immediately," the GFA said in a statement.

Queiroz launched his coaching career with the Portugal under-17 side in 1988. Over the next three years, he oversaw the country's youth teams before h...