Reggae Boyz qualify for Gold Cup

KINGSTON: Jamaica booked a return to the CONCACAF Gold Cup finals following a 3-0 victory against Haiti that gave them the Group A title in Caribbean Zone qualifying at the National Stadium Sunday night.

The stage was set for Jamaica’s return in an incredible first match, when St Lucia led 4-1 against Martinique with a half-hour to play, only to see the Cinderella side in the last Gold Cup, storm back to win 5-4 and earn a place in the interzone Playoff. Jermaine Johnson’s first-half goal sent the home side on their way, and a goal from impressive young midfielder Omar Daley and an own goal finished off the hopes of the Haitians, who saw their hopes of a third consecutive Gold Cup finals appearance dashed.