KINGSTON, Jamaica – With a gripping 1-0 triumph in Montego Bay already in the books, Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz will try to complete a clean sweep of their two-match friendly international series against Trinidad & Tobago.
Sunday night, they step onto the pitch at Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex with the singular goal of sealing another victory, and Head Coach Steve McClaren has left no room for complacency.
After Sue-Lae McCalla’s dramatic late strike secured Thursday night’s win, McClaren has issued a stern directive to his squad: do it again.
“We are pleased with the win on Thursday, and we gave Jamaica a smile at the end of the game,” McClaren remarked, underscoring the significance of the victory. “I think the fans were all smiling, and their families were too. I have said to the players, ‘Now we have to repeat it.’ We want to come back to Kingston, and we are expecting a good crowd. We want to entertain, perform well, and win the game.”
The keys to victory
With this defiant stance, McClaren has set the tone for another high-intensity clash, ensuring his squad understands the magnitude of the occasion.
McClaren emphasized that his team’s attitude and execution must mirror the focused approach that saw them through in Montego Bay.
“We have to go into the contest exactly like we did on Thursday — with a great attitude, stay in the game, stay stronger as the game goes on, and win the game,” he urged.
Jamaica’s disciplined approach in the opening fixture frustrated Trinidad & Tobago and ultimately paved the way for McCalla’s decisive goal. The challenge now is to maintain that same intensity for the full 90 minutes under the bright Kingston lights.
Opportunity for more players to shine
With 28 players in the squad, McClaren acknowledged the logistical challenge of distributing game time but remains committed to involving as many as possible.
“We are trying to include everybody and give people minutes, but it is difficult because we have 28 players,” he admitted. “But, we did it on Thursday. We changed nine or 10 players at regular intervals, and I think it worked. But everybody must be ready to make an impact — whether they start or come off the bench.”
As the Reggae Boyz prepare for another hard-fought battle, the mission is clear: complete the sweep, energize the home fans, and send an unmistakable message about Jamaica’s footballing pedigree.
