Xavier Gilbert has been confirmed because the interim head coach of Jamaica’s senior girls’s soccer staff for 2 further CONCACAF Gold Cup qualifying video games.
The Jamaica Soccer Federation (JFF), the governing physique for the game within the nation, made the announcement on Tuesday.
Gilbert will take cost when Jamaica hosts Group B leaders Panama on November 29 and when the Reggae Ladies journey to Guatemala for his or her return recreation on December 3. Beforehand, Jamaica suffered a 1-2 defeat to Panama within the first leg of their home-and-away fixture, adopted by a 2-2 draw with Guatemala.
In an announcement, the JFF counseled Gilbert and the Senior Reggae Girlz for his or her current performances in opposition to Panama and Guatemala, expressing gratitude for his or her dedication to representing Jamaica and the JFF with excellent performances.
Gilbert hopes all gamers will likely be obtainable
In a post-game interview on Sunday, Gilbert admitted that he would take into account if a suggestion was made to him to proceed within the position of head coach.
“I used to be requested to be answerable for these two video games by means of this window, so wanting past this I’m certain the technical workers will get some extra help and hopefully all being properly, we’ll have all gamers obtainable for choice to make sure that we’ve one of the best gamers representing Jamaica.”
He added: “It [offer] is one thing that I must take into account. I’ve headed all of the junior ranges [coaches] earlier than being head coach at 15, 17 and 30, and my first time on the senior stage.”
The JFF appears to be like ahead to the upcoming matches and hopes for elevated fan help for the staff of their quest for achievement.
