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UPDATE: Valiant VI edged 1-2 by Cuba in CONCACAF U20 Qualifiers

February 26th, 2024 | Tags: Cuba Nicaragua CONCACAF Football qualifiers BVI defeat U20
After losing 0-8 to hosts Nicaragua in their opening game of the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship Qualifiers at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua in Managua on Friday, February 23, 2024, the [British] Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s footballers rebounded to put up a valiant showing against Cuba, albeit being edged 1-2 on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Photo: CONCACAF
The [British] Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s footballers suffered a heavy defeat against hosts Nicaragua in their opening game of the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship Qualifiers at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua in Managua on Friday, February 23, 2024. Photo: BVIFA/File
The [British] Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s footballers suffered a heavy defeat against hosts Nicaragua in their opening game of the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship Qualifiers at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua in Managua on Friday, February 23, 2024. Photo: BVIFA/File
Playing in Group A, the [British] Virgin Islands conceded 8 goals against Nicaragua and were unable to find the back of the net. Photo: CONCACAF
Playing in Group A, the [British] Virgin Islands conceded 8 goals against Nicaragua and were unable to find the back of the net. Photo: CONCACAF
MANAGUA, Nicaragua- After losing 0-8 to hosts Nicaragua in their opening game of the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship Qualifiers at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua in Managua on Friday, February 23, 2024, the [British] Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s footballers rebounded to put up a valiant showing against powerhouse Cuba, albeit being edged 1-2 on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

The VI fell behind in just the 14th minute when Karel Perez got the ball past goalkeeper Harry Foden to put Cuba on the scoresheet.

Nippy forward Azarni Callwood then levelled matters for the VI in the 30th minute; however, Cuba was able to get the winner in the 67th minute through Samuel Rodriquez.

The result is an inspiring one, considering that Cuba defeated the VI 29-0 in their lone previous meeting in 2011.

VI vs Belize tomorrow

The VI’s next game in Group A is against Belize at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.

In more Group A action on Sunday, host nation Nicaragua defeated Belize 6-0. Andres Martinez (4’), Francis Castillo (13’, 52’), Oliver Bello (47’), Joab Gutierrez (50’) and Juban Uriarte (90’+3) all found the back of the net for the Pinoleros.

See previous article published February 25, 2024

VI lose heavily in opening game of CONCACAF U20 Qualifying

- Beaten 8-nil by Nicaragua

The [British] Virgin Islands Under-20 Men’s footballers suffered a heavy defeat against hosts Nicaragua in their opening game of the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship Qualifiers at the Estadio Nacional De Nicaragua in Managua on Friday, February 23, 2024.

Playing in Group A, the visitors conceded 8 goals and were unable to find the back of the net.

The VI now play Cuba this afternoon from 6:00 PM.

Cuba started off Group A as big winners, claiming a 13-0 victory versus Anguilla.

Cuba defeated the VI 29-0 in their lone previous meeting in 2011.

7 Responses to “UPDATE: Valiant VI edged 1-2 by Cuba in CONCACAF U20 Qualifiers”

  • bvi (25/02/2024, 11:15) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    Cuba will be a tougher match but please don't concede more than 10 goals
  • Karma... (25/02/2024, 19:30) Like (1) Dislike (10) Reply
    Well when there’s a bias mentality there will be a bias outcome.Wouldnt be suprised if it was 15-0.????
  • Guest (26/02/2024, 09:43) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    I understand the BVI was very competitive against Cuba. The final score was Cuba 2 - BVI 1. If that's the case good games guys. Please verify!!
  • NOW THEY ARE JAMMING (26/02/2024, 10:51) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    THEY WERE EITHER SCARED OR HOME SICK
  • VIslander (26/02/2024, 12:53) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    So proud of this little place I call home. To go up against places like Cuba and only lose 2-1 is indeed wonderful. That shows HEART. Valiant effort. Good going guys. I’m super proud of you!!!!!!


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