The Jamaican women’s national football team, affectionately known as the ‘Reggae Girlz,’ has unveiled a 20-player roster for their upcoming international friendly against Trinidad and Tobago on October 28. This match, tentatively scheduled at the Ato Boldon Stadium in Couva, serves as a vital preparatory step for both teams ahead of the 2025/26 Concacaf Women’s Qualifiers, which commence next month. While the exact match time remains unconfirmed, the encounter promises to be a significant test for both sides. Notably absent from the Jamaican squad is Manchester City star Khadija Shaw, who is expected to rejoin the team for the qualifiers. However, the squad boasts a strong contingent of foreign-based players from leagues in Canada, England, Portugal, Turkey, and the United States. Coach Hubert Busby announced the team during a press conference on October 16 and revealed plans for a training camp in Trinidad and Tobago from October 23 to 29. On the opposing side, Trinidad and Tobago’s women’s team, under the guidance of newly appointed coach Angus Eve, has assembled a 35-member training squad. This group includes seasoned players like goalkeeper Kimika Forbes and midfielder Karyn Forbes, alongside emerging talents such as defender Kaitlyn Darwent and striker Nikita Gosine. The final Trinidad and Tobago squad is set to be announced early next week. Both teams are eyeing the Concacaf Women’s Qualifiers, with Trinidad and Tobago placed in Group F alongside Barbados, El Salvador, and Honduras, while Jamaica will compete in Group B with Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Guyana, and Nicaragua. The qualifiers, spanning three FIFA Women’s international match windows from November 2025 to April 2026, will determine the six group winners who will join Canada and the United States in the Concacaf Women’s Championship. This championship will serve as the qualifying tournament for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The Reggae Girlz, who made history by reaching the round of 16 at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, are determined to build on their recent success and secure a spot in these prestigious global events.