Queiroz resigns from his role as Iran coach
Queiroz signed a new deal until 2018 with the nation in September after his side produced some battling performances during the group stage of last summer's World Cup.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest about Carlos Queiroz and the teams he has coached.
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Portugal national team: Queiroz served as Portugal manager from 2000 to 2002 and again had a spell associated with the national team earlier in his career, including a notable phase in the early 1990s. This is part of his long national-team coaching history. [cite]
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Iran national team: Queiroz is best known for coaching Iran from 2011 to 2019, leading them to multiple World Cup appearances (2014 and 2018) and achieving notable qualification campaigns in Asia. [cite]
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Qatar national team: He was appointed Qatar head coach in February 2023 with a contract through the 2026 World Cup, after Qatar’s 2022 World Cup hosting. His tenure included a mixed set of results before his contract was terminated by mutual agreement in December 2023. [cite]
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Egypt national team: In 2021–2022, Queiroz took up the role as head coach of Egypt’s national team, guiding the squad through African Cup of Nations qualifiers and friendlies during that period. [cite]
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Subsequent moves: As of 2025–2026, circulating reports have connected Queiroz with several national teams in the region, but confirmed appointments beyond 2023 include his Qatar tenure ending in December 2023 and ongoing discussions about future roles. For the latest, check recent announcements from national federations or reputable sports outlets. [cite]
Illustration: Queiroz has coached at least five national teams across three continents, with Iran (longest tenure and World Cup appearances) and Qatar (high-profile appointment for 2026 cycle) being the most prominent in recent years. [cite]
If you’d like, I can pull up a concise timeline with exact dates and win-loss records for each tenure and provide links to reliable sources.