Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has defended his decision not to introduce Brandon Thomas-Asante during Ghana's Round of 32 defeat to Colombia, insisting the striker was utilised exactly when the team needed him throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has identified a brief loss of organisation following a second-half substitution as the decisive factor behind Ghana's heartbreaking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Ghana's impressive run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end in the early hours of Saturday after a disciplined and clinical Colombia side secured a deserved 1-0 victory in their Round of 32 clash at Kansas City Stadium

Live coverage of Colombia vs Ghana at the FIFA World Cup 2026.