"When I took over, I didn’t dare dream that we’d achieve everything we have," Dalic said in a statement confirming his exit.
The Croatian federation issued a formal response: "Thank you for everything – the victories, the achievements, the qualifying berths, the medals, the unity, the respect, and your unwavering commitment to fight for Croatia."
Changes in Ghana, Germany, Netherlands, and Ecuador
Carlos Queiroz was hired on 13 April 2026 to replace Otto Addo, who was sacked after a poor run including a 5–1 friendly defeat by Austria.
Queiroz stepped down when Ghana were eliminated by Colombia in the last 32.
"I leave this journey with pride in what we achieved," the 73-year-old’s social media post read.
However, the minister for sport and recreation, Koffi Adams, raised issues over the announcement: "Had not received any resignation letter from the FA … He wasn’t appointed on social media, so I don't think that he resigned via social media."
Julian Naglesmann was appointed 22 September 2023 to replace Hansi Flick, who was sacked after a 4–1 defeat by Japan.
Naglesmann left after the shock exit against Paraguay in the last 32.
"My top priority has always been the success of the team. After such a bitter disappointment, it deserves the chance of a new beginning," Naglesmann said.
Rudi Vӧller, the German football association’s sporting director, discussed the manager's status: Nagelsmann "is and remains an excellent coach and I am convinced that he will continue to follow his path successfully," Vӧller said, noting it would not be with Germany as Jürgen Klopp is in line for the job.
