The Guyana women’s national football team delivered a commanding performance in their CONCACAF Women’s Qualifiers campaign with a decisive 3–0 victory over the Dominica women’s national football team on Friday evening at the Leonora National Track & Field Stadium.
Shaking off the disappointment of their opening-round setback, Guyana responded with determination and attacking intent from the first whistle. The breakthrough came early when Otesha Charles found the back of the net in the eighth minute, setting the tone for what would become a dominant display.
Despite creating numerous opportunities throughout the first half, the Lady Jags were repeatedly denied by a resilient Dominican defence that worked tirelessly to limit clear chances. However, Guyana’s persistence paid off in the second half as they capitalised on crucial moments to seal the result.
Adelina Ritchie doubled the lead in the 75th minute, providing breathing room for the home side. Just two minutes later, Sandra Johnson added a third, putting the match firmly out of reach and securing all three points for Guyana.
Head Coach Omar Khan praised his team’s effort and patience following the victory.
“I think we started okay, created a lot of opportunities. Good defending attitude from Dominica prevented us from scoring. I think in the second half in crucial moments we scored two times, so that’s good for the team,” Khan said.
The win moves Guyana to third place in the group standings after two matches, keeping them firmly in contention despite the demanding nature of the competition.
With only the six group winners advancing to join the United States and Canada in the eight-team Confederation of North, Central and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) Women’s Championship, Guyana will have little margin for error.
With renewed confidence, the Lady Jags now turn their attention to their next encounter on March 5, when they travel to face the Antigua and Barbuda women’s national football team in Antigua. As the qualification race intensifies, Guyana remains determined to stay in the hunt for the coveted top spot in the group.
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