In a dazzling display of skill and dominance, the Golden Jaguars of Guyana secured a promotion to the CONCACAF Nations League A with a resounding 6-0 victory over Antigua and Barbuda.
The match, held at the Felix Sanchez Olympic Stadium in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, showcased the team’s prowess from the opening whistle.
Guyana took charge with 53 percent possession and an impressive 19 shots on goal, overpowering Antigua and Barbuda.
Despite the latter’s six shots, the Golden Jaguars demonstrated one of their best performances to date, accumulating 11 fouls in a match that would be etched in their campaign history.
Key moments included Kelsey Benjamin’s clever conversion in the 7th minute, capitalizing on a pass from Liam Gordon across the box.
Benjamin, not one to shy away from pivotal moments, turned provider in the 36th minute, delivering a precise ball from right field to Omari Glasgow, the country’s leading scorer, who executed flawlessly to double the lead.
As the first half drew to a close, Nathan Moriah-Welsh stunned with a fabulous shot from behind the halfway line, catching Antigua’s keeper off guard and securing a commanding 3-0 lead.
Debutant Osaze de Rosario made an immediate impact in the 67th minute, adding to the tally with a curling shot to the far-right corner.
Leo Lovell contributed to the goals parade near the end of regulation time after a beautiful ball from Liam Gordon, who secured his second goal for the evening.
In injury time, Deon Moore capped off the incredible display with a goal, securing the largest margin of victory in their campaign and the coveted promotion to CONCACAF Nations League A.
The Golden Jaguars’ remarkable performance not only earned them a well-deserved promotion but also showcased the team’s strength and potential in the highly competitive CONCACAF Nations League A.