Bermuda's national women's team will discover its opponents in the 2025-26 Concacaf W Qualifiers this evening, as the Confederation conducts the official draw for the prestigious competition. Bermuda is one of 30 nations confirmed to participate in the qualifying stage, which will see teams drawn into six groups.
The draw will be broadcast live locally on www.islandstats.com, with national coach Naquita Robinson and senior players Eva Frazzoni and Koa Goodchild joining the live broadcast to provide insight at 8 pm
Bermuda finds itself in Pot 2 for the draw, meaning they will be placed in a group with one of the six highest-ranked pre-seeded teams. The team will also be drawn against opponents from Pot 1, Pot 3, and Pot 4 to complete a group of five nations.
The qualifiers will be played across three FIFA Women's International Match windows from November 2025 to April 2026, with the six group winners advancing to the 2026 Concacaf W Championship.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
BFA Launch FIFA World Cup Qualifying Campaign
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The Bermuda Football Association has officially launched its crucial final-round qualifying campaign for the FIFA World Cup, with the Senior Men’s National Team set to face a challenging schedule in September.
Bermuda has been drawn into Group B for this final stage of CONCACAF qualification, where they will face regional powerhouses Jamaica, Curacao, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The team's campaign kicks off on home soil on Friday, September 5th, with a highly anticipated match against rivals Jamaica. The fixture will be held at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center.
Following the home opener, Bermuda will travel to take on Curacao on Tuesday, September 9th. That match will be played at the Stadion Ergilio Hato in Willemstad.
The official launch was marked by a press conference featuring Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell and Bermuda Football Association’s First Vice President Shannon Burgess.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Mixed Fortunes for Bermudian Footballers in UK
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Six Bermudian players were in action across the UK this evening, with a mixed bag of results for their respective clubs.
In Sky Bet League One, goalkeeper Nathan Trott and his Cardiff City teammates travelled to take on AFC Wimbledon. The game looked to be heading for a scoreless draw until a late winner in stoppage time. Isaak Davies scored for the Bluebirds, and Trott was on hand to deny an AFC Wimbledon equaliser with a crucial late save to help his team secure all three points.
Elsewhere in League One, Nahki Wells was once again sidelined through injury as his Luton Town side edged Wigan Athletic 1-0 at home. The victory moves Luton to ninth place in the table.
Camryn Lines and her Bridgwater United Women FC teammates were back in action for their League Cup Group Stage Match Away at Bristol Rovers WFC. A venue request was approved by the FA Women's National League with the match taking place at Stockwood Lane,
In the 17th minute there was a stoppage in play, as some floodlights went out. The match was eventually abandoned, due to floodlight issues.
In non-league action, Harry Twite and his Loughborough Student FC teammates went down to a 3-0 defeat at home to Carlton Town FC in the Northern Premier League Midlands Division.
Meanwhile, in the National League North, Keziah Martin, Deniche Hill, and their Buxton teammates were beaten 2-1 by Hereford FC at the Tarmac Silverlands Stadium.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Dramatic Draw Sees Fishel & Nesbeth’s Teams Share Spoils
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Seattle Reign FC and Chicago Stars FC battled to a thrilling 3-3 draw at Lumen Field on Monday night, with the hosts surrendering a three-goal lead in a captivating National Women's Soccer League clash.
The Reign raced into a commanding position, with Jess Fishlock and Jordyn Huitema both finding the net in the first half. Emeri Adames then extended their lead early in the second, putting Seattle in full control with a 3-0 advantage.
However, the visiting Stars mounted a remarkable comeback, responding with three unanswered goals to level the match and secure a valuable point on the road.
Bermudian forward Mia Fishel entered the game for Seattle in the second half, while compatriot Leilanni Nesbeth, who has recovered from a hip injury, was an unused substitute for Chicago.
Following the dramatic draw, Seattle remains in sixth place in the NWSL standings with 26 points, while the Chicago Stars are in 13th with nine points. The result means Seattle have now scored multiple goals in six consecutive matches, posting a 2-1-2 record during that stretch.
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Strong Start to UK Seasons for Bermuda’s Women Footballers
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It was a day of impressive results and a few setbacks as several of Bermuda's women’s national team players kicked off their seasons in the UK.
Wins & Goals
Kenni Thompson, wearing her new number seven shirt for Bournemouth Women's FC, made a strong statement in their FA Women's National League opener. She was on target, scoring in her team’s decisive 7-0 victory. Thompson's goal was a key part of her team’s rout as they started the new season in dominant fashion.
In other FA Women's National League action, Dashun Cooper, the goalkeeper coach for QPR Women, watched his team secure a comprehensive 7-0 win over MK Dons Women. The result was a perfect start to their league campaign, with their goalkeeper recording a clean sheet.
In the Isthmian Women’s Cup, K’Shaela Burch Waldron and her Sutton United Women’s teammates showed immense character, twice coming from a goal down to defeat Carshalton Athletic 6-2 and advance to the next round.
Tough Defeat
It was a challenging day for Camryn Lines and her Bridgwater United Women FC teammates, who went down 3-1 to Moneyfields in their FA Women's National League match.
