Lady Jags break into CONCACAF Top 10 after historic U20 campaign

The Guyana Under-20 Women’s National Team has achieved another historic milestone, breaking into the top 10 of CONCACAF’s women’s football rankings for the very first time. The Lady Jags climbed from 11th to 10th following their outstanding unbeaten run in the recent Concacaf U-20 Women’s Qualifiers in February, where they earned their spot in the Championship play-offs in May.
The campaign, staged at the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) Technical Centre, saw the Lady Jags deliver results that will be remembered as defining moments for women’s football in Guyana. They began with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Belize before powering to a commanding 5-0 victory over hosts Antigua and Barbuda. The team then made history with a 1-0 triumph over Haiti – a nation Guyana had never defeated at this level – securing both qualification and a statement of intent for the future.

This landmark achievement is part of the Federation’s collective push towards its long-term vision: breaking into the Top 50 in the world, Top 10 in Concacaf, and Top 5 in the CFU. The Lady Jags’ rise reflects a growing foundation of youth development and investment in women’s football, proving that Guyana is steadily moving closer to those ambitious goals.
Bryan Joseph, Technical Director of the Guyana Football Federation, praised the players and the broader support network that made this possible:
“It stands as a testament to the talent, dedication, and resilience of this exceptional generation of female players who now wear the Golden Arrowhead with pride. The Lady Jags have shown that Guyana’s football is not only evolving – it’s making its mark.”
As such, the GFF shared in a statement via social media, “The Guyana Football Federation extends its deepest gratitude to His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali for his invaluable support, which included visiting the girls to share words of encouragement ahead of the tournament and his financial contributions towards their travel and training camp expenses.
We also wish to thank the International Supporters Group (ISG), the coaching and technical staff, the parents, and the entire nation whose belief and encouragement continue to lift the players to new heights.
With the U-20 Lady Jags leading the way, the future of women’s football in Guyana shines bright. That future also includes the U-14 girls, who recently competed in the CFU Challenge Series, where they went unbeaten until the semifinals, further proving that a vibrant new generation is emerging. Together, these young players embody the growth, resilience, and promise of Guyanese football as the nation steps confidently onto the regional and international stage.”