Effective this year, the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) will assume full responsibility for the organisation and management of the Caribbean Club Shield tournament, as announced by CONCACAF.
In a joint effort to support the development of regional club football, CONCACAF has entrusted the CFU with the management of the tournament, while pledging to provide support for its successful execution.
CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani emphasized the importance of regional club football development, expressing dedication to fostering growth and providing opportunities for clubs and leagues across the Caribbean. The collaboration with the CFU underscores a shared ambition to elevate the sport in the region.
Under the terms of the agreement, the tournament will be rebranded as the CFU Club Shield and will serve as a qualifier for two clubs into the CONCACAF Caribbean Cup.
Randy Harris welcomed the partnership with CONCACAF
CFU President Randy Harris welcomed the partnership with CONCACAF and expressed excitement about the opportunity to manage and rebrand the Club Shield. He highlighted the commitment to delivering a robust competition and administration that exceeds expectations.
Established six years ago, the Caribbean Club Shield aims to advance professional football in the Caribbean, welcoming semi-professional and amateur teams holding championship titles in their domestic leagues.
The tournament format includes up to 16 clubs, grouped into four sets of four, with group winners progressing to the semi-finals. The ultimate finalists earn coveted berths in the CONCACAF Caribbean Cup, subsequently qualifying for the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
SV Robinhood of Suriname emerged as the most successful team in the history of the Shield, winning two titles. This year’s tournament is scheduled to take place from July 25 to August 4, with the venue to be announced at a later date.
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