Roger De Sa has been confirmed as assistant coach to Carlos Queiroz, joining the technical bench of the Ghana national football team at a crucial period ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
De Sa, an experienced tactician with a track record across African and international football, revealed that preparations are already underway despite significant time constraints. The assistant coach emphasized the intensive scouting process currently being undertaken by the technical team.
“[I’ve] been watching a lot of films, videos, watching different players with different clubs,” De Sa disclosed, highlighting the analytical groundwork being laid to assess player form and suitability.
However, he admitted that assembling a competitive squad within a limited window presents a major challenge. “The biggest challenge is obviously to select a team without having really enough time,” he said, pointing to the logistical and tactical hurdles facing the new coaching setup.
With the world cup approaching rapidly, De Sa also underscored the brevity of the team’s preparation period. “The preparations are also very short. You’ve got about two weeks to prepare your team,” he added, suggesting that efficiency and clarity in tactical implementation will be critical.
The appointment of De Sa is seen as part of Queiroz’s broader strategy to build a technically astute and adaptable team capable of competing at the highest level. His familiarity with African football dynamics could prove invaluable as Ghana seeks to reassert itself on the global stage.
As the countdown to world cup action begins, attention will focus on how quickly the new technical team can translate preparation into performance, with expectations high for a strong start under Queiroz’s leadership.
