Barbados Senior Women’s Head Coach Kerry Trotman has called on Barbadians to make the most of free admission and rally behind the Lady Tridents when they host Trinidad and Tobago in a CONCACAF W Qualifier at Kensington Oval on December 1.
“Representing your country and playing in front of a home crowd is an electrifying experience for any player, and I encourage fans, supporters, and all Barbadians to come out and show our team that you are behind them, especially given that the match is part of such a patriotic weekend,” Trotman said. “Our preparations are moving forward nicely, and we are now in the process of selecting the final squad that will hit the pitch with pride and be ready to take on Trinidad.”
Barbados Football Association (BFA) President Randy Harris echoed these sentiments, expressing his delight at hosting an international women’s match on home soil and reaffirming the Association’s commitment to women’s football.
“Female football is undoubtedly rising in global popularity, and the BFA fully supports FIFA’s mission to realise the full potential of the women’s game and to accelerate its development worldwide. Therefore, we will continue to strengthen all aspects of the women’s game locally and ensure women’s football remains a top priority for the BFA,” he said.
“Playing in front of a home crowd is a significant occasion for the players, and I would love to see Barbadians bring out a strong show of support in the stands for the Lady Tridents.”
The Lady Tridents last played in October when they were crowned champions of the WIFA Women’s Football Tournament with a 2-1 win over Saint Lucia at Victoria Park, Kingstown. Taryn Sutherland netted the winner in extra time after goals from striker Rianna Cyrus and Saint Lucia’s Krysan St Louis left the sides level at the end of regulation.
Barbados is in Group F of the 2025-2026 CONCACAF W Qualifiers alongside Trinidad and Tobago, El Salvador, and Honduras. The next round of matches will take place during the February and April international windows, with the Lady Tridents facing El Salvador and Honduras, respectively.
The six group winners will advance to the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship, which serves as the qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympic Games. (JC)
