Steve McClaren has resigned as Jamaica head coach after failing to qualify straight for the World Cup.
Jamaica might have reached subsequent summer season’s match had they crushed Curacao, however a goalless draw means their opponents completed prime of the group and certified for the match as a substitute.
They’re the smallest nation ever to make it to the World Cup.
McClaren mentioned in a press release: “Over the last 18 months, I have given everything I have to this job, to this role.
“I carried the burden and satisfaction of this job with the deepest respect.
“Main this crew has been one of many best honours of my profession.
“However soccer is a outcomes enterprise and tonight we have now fallen wanting our aim, which was to qualify from this group.
A goalless draw secured Curacao’s place at subsequent 12 months’s World Cup
“It is the responsibility of the leader, myself, to step forward, take accountability and make decisions in the best interests of the team for them to go forward.
“After deep reflection and an trustworthy evaluation of the place we’re and the place we have to go, I’ve determined to step down as head coach of the Jamaican nationwide crew.”
McClaren replaced Heimir Hellgrimsson – the current Republic of Ireland chief – in August 2024 and took charge of 24 matches in total.
He won 13 of those, with his side losing only once in World Cup qualifying – a 2-0 defeat to Curacao on October.
Who has certified already for World Cup?
Forty-two groups have certified for the 2026 World Cup to date, with an inventory under:
When is the draw for the play-offs?
The draw will happen on Thursday at 12pm UK time from FIFA’s dwelling in Zurich, Switzerland. Comply with dwell protection on Sky Sports activities digital platforms.
