16-07-2025
Oman appoint Queiroz as coach in push for World Cup qualification
Muscat: Oman named Carlos Queiroz as their new head coach on Tuesday as the West Asian side bid to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The Portuguese replaces Rashid Jaber, and has been appointed ahead of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26 Playoff draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
Oman secured their place in the playoffs after finishing fourth in Group B.
Queiroz's wealth of tactical expertise and experience will be pivotal as Oman, chasing a historic FIFA World Cup appearance, are set to face some of the continent's top teams with just tickets available in the playoffs.
'Queiroz has extensive coaching experience, having led the national teams of Portugal, Islamic Republic of Iran, Colombia, Egypt, and Qatar. He also served as an assistant coach at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson,' the Oman FA said on social media platform X.
'The Federation extends its thanks and appreciation to the previous technical staff, led by national coach Rashid Jaber, for their efforts during the past period, wishing them success in their future,' the federation added.
Oman will be joined by Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates in the draw, with the teams to be divided into two groups.
The group winners will secure automatic qualification while the two second-placed teams will face off in a playoff, with the winners advancing to an Inter-Confederation playoff where an additional ticket to the Finals will be at stake.
