CONCACAF announce rosters for 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

[Sam]

CONCACAF announce rosters for 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™

CONCACAF has announced today the final rosters for all the teams that will compete at the 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™ from 6-24 July in seven venues in the USA.

The 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™ will consist of three groups of four teams for the first round with the top two from each group, along with the best two third-placed teams, progressing to the quarterfinals for a total of 10 doubleheaders from 6-17 July throughout six stadiums in the USA.

The quarterfinal matches will take place on Saturday, 16 July (two games in Foxboro), and Sunday, 17 July (two games in Houston). The 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™ semifinals and final is scheduled for Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Thursday, 21 July and Sunday, 24 July, respectively.

2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™ Final Rosters:

CANADA
GK: Mike Franks (Vancouver Whitecaps), Greg Sutton (Montreal Impact), Josh Wagenaar (Hartwick College/USA).

DF: Adam Braz (Montreal Impact), Ali Gerba (Montreal Impact), Gabriel Gervais ((Montreal Impact), Nevio Pizzolitto (Montreal Impact), Chris Pozniak (Haugesund FK/NOR), Adrian Serioux (Millwall/ENG).

MD: Jim Brennan (Norwich City/ENG), Felix Brillant (New England Revolution/USA), Rhian Dodds (Kilmarnock/SCO), Sandro Grande (Montreal Impact), Iain Hume (Tranmere Rovers/ENG), Atiba Hutchinson (Helsingboro/SWE), Patrick Leduc (Montreal Impact), Jaime Peters (Ipswich Town/ENG), Josh Simpson (Millwall/ENG).

AT: Dwayne DeRosario (San Jose Earthquakes/USA), Will Johnson (Chicago Fire/USA), Kevin McKenna (Energie Cottus/GER), Olivier Occean (Odd Grenland/NOR).

TD: Frank YALLOP

CANADA: Making their seventh appearance at the CONCACAF Gold Cup but first under the direction of Frank Yallop. Reached the semifinals in 2002, losing to the USA 4:2 on penalties, but then the maple leafs went on defeat Korea Republic 2:1 in the third-place match. Claimed their first international honour in over 100 years of football by winning the 2000 Gold Cup, defeating Colombia 2:0 in the finals.COLOMBIA
GK: Luis Enrique Martinez (Independiente Santa Fe), Farid Mondragon (Galatasary/TUR).

DF: Yulian Anchico (Deportes Tolima), Jair Benitez (Independiente Medellín), Jose Julian De La Cuesta (Cadiz CF/ESP), Andres Gonzalez (América de Cali), Humberto Mendoza (Atlético Nacional), Hayder Palacio (Atlético Junior).

MD: Abel Aguilar (Deportivo Cali), Jaime Castrillon (Independiente Medellin), Fredy Guarin (Envigado), Juan Fernando Leal (Envigado), Oscar Enrique Passo (Deportes Tolima), Jairo Patiño (River Plate/ARG), Aldo Leo Ramirez (Independiente Santa Fe), Juan Carlos Ramirez (Independiente Santa Fe), Macnelly Torres (Junior).

AT: Martin Arzuaga (Junior), Oscar Briceño (Deportes Tolima), Hector Hugo Hurtado (Atlético Nacional), Tressor Moreno, Wason Liberado Renteria (Boyaca Chico), Cesar Augusto Valoyes (Independiente Medellin).

TD: Reinaldo RUEDA

COLOMBIA: One of the two invited teams competing, is taking part in their third Gold Cup event. Colombia reached the 2000 tournament final but fell 2:0 to Canada. After winning the 2001 Copa América, the cafeteros advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2003 CONCACAF Gold Cup but lost 2:0 against Brazil. Colombia is guided by technical director Reinaldo Rueda.COSTA RICA
GK: Donny Grant (AD Pérez Zeledon), Alvaro Mesen (CS Herediano), Jose Francisco Porras (Deportivo Saprissa).

DF: Gabriel Baddilla (Deportivo Saprissa), Victor Cordero (Deportivo Saprissa), Junior Diaz (CS Herediano), Danny Fonseca (CS Herediano), Roy Miller (CS Cartagines), Jafet Soto (CS Herediano), Michael Umaña (Los Angeles Galaxy/USA), Harold Wallace (LD Alajuelense), Mauricio Wright (CS Herediano).

MD: Cristian Bolaños (Deportivo Saprissa), Jose Luis Lopez (Deportivo Saprissa), Douglas Sequeira (Chivas USA/USA), Geiner Segura (AD Pérez Zeledon).

AT: Randall Brenes (CS Cartagines), Steven Bryce (LD Alajuelense), Oscar Emilio Rojas (Dorados Culiacan/MEX), Bryan Ruiz (LD Alajuelense).

TD: Alexander GUIMARAES

COSTA RICA: Winners of the UNCAF (Central America) Nations Cup in Guatemala this past February, Costa Rica are in their seventh Gold Cup tournament in 2005. The five-time UNCAF champions earned their best Gold Cup performance in 2002 losing in the finals to the USA 2:0. The Ticos are the Central American team with the most appearances in the tournament¿s semifinals (four). Alexandre Guimaraes, who led Costa Rica to the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Korea/Japan, is once again back at the helm.CUBA
GK: Alexis Rene Avilés (Villa Clara), Odelin Molina (Villa Clara).

DF: Jaime Colomé (Ciudad Habana), Alexander Cruzata (Holguin), Leonel Duarte (Ciego de Avila), Reysander Fernández (Ciego de Avila), Silvio Pedro Miñoso (Villa Clara).

MD: Disney Aquino (Santiago de Cuba), Jeniel Márquez (Villa Clara), Jorge Ramírez (Granma), Mario Rodriguez (Ciudad Habana), Enrique Villaurrutia (Cienfuegos).

AT: Alain Cervantes (Ciego de Avila), Pedro Adriani Faife (Villa Clara), Maikel Galindo (Villa Clara), Mario Gil (Ciudad Habana), Gisbel Morales (Pinar del Rio), Lester Moré (Ciego de Avila), Hensy Muñoz (Ciudad Habana), Yaikel Pérez (Ciudad Habana).

TD: Armelio Luis GARCIA

CUBA: One of three qualifiers from the Caribbean, Cuba is making their third consecutive and fourth overall trip to the Gold Cup. Cuba missed out on the 2000 tournament after finishing third to second-placer Haiti (on the head-to-head tiebreaker) in the CONCACAF Interzone Playoffs. The cubanos claimed their first tournament victory (2:0 against Canada) and a berth to the Gold Cup quarterfinals in 2003. Technical director Armelio Luis Garcia has been in charge of Cuba since last year.GUATEMALA
GK: Miguel Angel Klee (Cobán Imperial), Luis Pedro Molina (Deportivo Jalapa), Paulo Cesar Motta (CSD Municipal).

DF: Dennis Chen (Cobán Imperial), Gustavo Cabrera (CSD Comunicaciones), Victor Hernandez (Xelajú MC), Nestor Martinez (CSD Comunicaciones), Pablo Sebastian Melgar (CSD Municipal), Nelson Noel Morales (Cobán Imperial), Elmer Ponciano (Deportivo Jalapa), Angel Sanabria (Cobán Imperial).

MD: Maynor Davila (Aurora FC), Carlos Figueroa (CSD Municipal), Rigoberto Gomez (CSD Comunicaciones), Guillermo Ramirez (Los Angeles Galaxy/USA), Gonzalo Romero (CSD Municipal), Fredy Thompson (CSD Comunicaciones), Jose Zacarias (Deportivo Suchitepéquez).

AT: Dwight Pezzarossi (CSD Comunicaciones), Carlos Ruiz (FC Dallas/USA), Hernan Sandoval (CSD Comunicaciones), Edwin Villatoro (Deportivo Suchitepéquez).

TD: Ramon MARADIAGA

GUATEMALA: Under technical director Ramón Maradiaga, Guatemala hosted the 2005 UNCAF Nations Cup and finished third, while earning one of the four Central American berths to the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The chapines have made six previous appearances at the CONCACAF event, earning their best performance in 1996 claiming fourth-place.HONDURAS
GK: Victor Coello (CD Marathón), Junior Morales (Real CD España).

DF: Jorge Samuel Caballeros (Chicago Fire/USA), Maynor Figueroa (CD Olímpia), Asthor Henriquez, Junior Izaguirre (CD Motagua).

MD: Mario Berrios (CD Marathón), Oscar Garcia, Mario Ivan Guerrero (Chicago Fire/USA), Luis Guifarro, Carlos Moran (CD Victoria), Wilson Palacios (CD Olímpia), Hendry Thomas, Elvis Danilo Turcios (CD Olímpia).

AT: Edgar Nuñez (Altético Olanchano), Milton Nuñez (CD Marathón), Jose Francisco Ramirez, Erick Vallecilo (Real CD España), Eddy Vega, Wilmer Velasquez (CD Olímpia).

TD: Jose DE LA PAZ

HONDURAS: Were runners-up at the 2005 UNCAF Nations Cup held in Guatemala and earned their seventh berth to the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The catrachos best finish at the CONCACAF event was second-place, losing a 4:3 penalty kick thriller to the USA in the 1991 final. Honduras is once again guided by technical director Jose De La Paz.JAMAICA
GK: Leighton Murray (Harbour View FC), Donovan Ricketts (Bradford City/ENG), Shawn Sawyers (Portmore United FC).

DF: Claude Davis (Preston/ENG), Nicholy Finlayson (Reno FC), Tyrone Marshall (Los Angeles Galaxy/USA), Lovel Palmer (Harbour View FC), Garfield Reid (Rivoli United FC), Tyrone Sawyers (Portmore United FC), Robert Scarlett (Harbour View FC), Damion Stewart (Harbour View FC), Jermaine Taylor (Harbour View FC).

MD: Omar Daley (Portmore United FC), Jermaine Hue (Harbour View FC), Jermaine Johnson (Oldham Athletic/ENG), Khari Stephenson (Kansas City Wizards/USA), Andrew Williams (Real Salt Lake/USA).

AT: Teafore Bennett (Portmore United FC), Roland Dean (Tivoli Gardens FC), Kevin Deerr (Portmore United FC), Ricardo Fuller (Portsmouth/ENG), Damani Ralph, Luton Shelton (Harbour View FC).

TD: Wendell DOWNSWELL

JAMAICA: Won the 2005 CFU Digicel Cup and is one of the three qualifiers from the Caribbean at this years CONCACAF Gold Cup. The reggae boyz reached the tournament's semifinals on two occasions (1993, 1998)  Jamaica's best finish came in 1993 as they shared the bronze medal with Costa Rica after both played to a 1:1 draw in the third-place game. Technical director Wendell Downswell is in charge of the squad.MEXICO
GK: Jose de Jesus Corona (Tecos UAG), Moises Muñoz (CA Monarcas Morelia), Guillermo Ochoa (Club América).

DF: Mario Mendez (CD Toluca), Ricardo Osorio (CDSC Cruz Azul), Gonzalo Pineda (Pumas UNAM), Francisco Rodriguez (CD Guadalajara).

MD: Gerardo Galindo (Pumas UNAM), Rafael Garcia (CDSC Cruz Azul), Israel Lopez (CD Toluca), Carlos Morales (Tigres UANL), Antonio Naelson (CD Toluca), Luis Ernesto Pérez (CF Monterrey), Ismael Rodriguez (CF Monterrey).

AT: Hector Altamirano (Club Santos Laguna), Jared Borgetti (Pachuca CF), Omar Bravo (CD Guadalajara), Juan Pablo Garcia (Atlas CF), Rafael Marquez Lugo (CA Monarcas Morelia), Alberto Medina (CD Guadalajara), Daniel Osorno (Atlas CF), Aaron Padilla (Club América), Carlos Arnaldo Salcido (CD Guadalajara).

TD: Ricardo LAVOLPE

MEXICO: The defending champions are competing in their eighth CONCACAF Gold Cup. Mexico was the first team to capture four titles (1993, 1996, 1998, 2003) and is one of only two CONCACAF teams (other USA) to always advance out of the first round. The tricolor are the only team to capture two tournament crowns (1996, 2003) without conceding a goal. Mexico have also not allowed a goal in their last 601 minutes during the Gold Cup. Ricardo LaVolpe has been the technical director for the tricolor since 2003.PANAMA
GK: Oscar McFarlane (Tauro FC), Jaime Penedo (Deportivo Árabe Unido).

DF: Felipe Baloy (Paranaense/BRA), Ubaldo Gustavo Guardia, Luis Alfonso Henriquez (Deportivo Árabe Unido), Luis Moreno (Envigado/COL), Carlos Rivera (DIM/COL), Joel Solanilla (CD Plaza Amador), Jose Anthony Torres (CD Marathón/HON).

MD: Gustavo Avila (Deportivo Árabe Unido), Alberto Blanco (Alania/RUS), Gabriel Gomez (Tauro FC), Julio Medina III (Aguila/SLV), Engin Mitre (CD Plaza Amador), Ricardo Phillips (Tauro FC), Angel Luis Rodriguez.

AT: Roberto Brown (San Francisco FC), Jorge Luis Dely Valdes (Deportivo Árabe Unido), Julio Cesar Dely Valdes (Deportivo Árabe Unido), Neftali Diaz (Alianza FC), Jose Luis Garces (San Francisco FC), Luis Tejada (Envigado/COL), Roman Torres (Chepo FC).

TD: Jose HERNANDEZ

PANAMA: Are making their first appearance at the Gold Cup in more then a decade after going winless in 1993 tournament. Panana is one of four Central American nations to progress to the CONCACAF event after reaching the semifinals of the 2005 UNCAF Nations Cup in Guatemala. The canaleros are led by technical director Jose Hernández.SOUTH AFRICA
GK: Lee Langeveldt (FC Fortune), Calvin Marlin (Supersport United).

DF: Ricardo Katza (Supersport United FC), Lucky Lekgwathi (Orlando Pirates FC), Hleza Mofedi (Orlando Pirates FC), Peter Peterson (Moroka Swallows), Lucas Thwala (Orlando Pirates FC).

MD: Craig Bianchi (Mameldoi Sundowns FC), Daine Klate (Supersport United FC), Stanley Kgatle (Silver Stars), Gift Leremi (Orlando Pirates FC), Reagan Noble (Wits University), Steven Pienaar (Ajax Amsterdam/NED), Abram Raselemane (Supersport United FC), Siyabonga Siphika (Manning Rangers).

AT: Siboniso Gaxa (Supersport United FC), Thando Mngomeni (Helsingborg/SWE), Lebohang Mokoena (Orlando Pirates FC), Lungisani Ndlela (Supersport United FC), Bongani Nkosi (Bloemfontein Celtics FC), Siyabango Nomvete (Empoli/ITA).

TD: Stuart BAXTER

SOUTH AFRICA: Second guest team at the Gold Cup, South Africa is also the first African nation to compete at the event. Under the guidance of Stuart Baxter, South Africa's participation in the CONCACAF tournament falls into the long term goal of building the squad as they prepare to stage the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana also hosted and captured the 1996 African Nations Cup having become a member of FIFA four years earlier.TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
GK: Shaka Hislop, Kelvin Jack (Dundee FC/SCO), Duarance Williams (San Juan Jabloteh).

DF: Marvin Andrews (Glasgow Rangers/SCO), David Charles (W Connection), Cyd Gray (San Juan Jabloteh), Avery John (New England Revolution/USA), Dennis Lawrence (Wrexham FC/WAL), Anton Pierre (Defence Force), Brent Sancho (Dundee FC/SCO), Glenton Wolfe (North East Stars).

MD: Christopher Birchall (Port Vale FC/ENG), Carlos Edwards (Luton Town/ENG), Angus Eve (San Juan Jabloteh), Brent Rahim, Silvio Spann (Yokohama FC/JPN), Densill Theobald (Caledonia AIA Fire), Aurtis Whitley (San Juan Jabloteh).

AT: Cornell Glen (Columbus Crew/USA), Stern John (Coventry FC/ENG), Kenwyne Jones (Southampton/ENG), Collin Samuel (Dundee United/SCO), Jason Scotland (Dundee United/SCO).

TD: Leo BEENHAKKER

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO: One of the three qualifiers from the Caribbean are making their fifth overall appearance at the Gold Cup. Despite winning the Caribbean crown on eight occasions, Trinidad & Tobago's best performance at the CONCACAF event was reaching the semifinals in 2000. Leo Beenhakker is at the helm of the Soca Warriors.USA
GK: Marcus Hahnemann (Reading FC/ENG), Kasey Keller (Borussia Moenchengladbach/GER), Matt Reis (New England Revolution).

DF: Steve Cherundolo (Hannover 96/GER), Jimmy Conrad (Kansas City Wizards), Frankie Hejduk (Columbus Crew), Oguchi Onyewu (Standard de Liege/BEL), Eddie Pope (Real Salt Lake), Tony Sanneh (Chicago Fire), Greg Vanney (SC Bastia/FRA).

MD: Chris Armas (Chicago Fire), DaMarcus Beasley (PSV Eindhoven/NED), Brad Davis (San Jose Earthquakes), Clint Dempsey (New England Revolution), Pablo Mastroeni (Colorado Rapids), John O’Brien (ADO den Haag/NED), Ben Olsen (D.C. United), Steve Ralston (New England Revolution).

AT: Conor Casey (FSV Mainz/GER), Landon Donovan (Los Angeles Galaxy), Patrick Noonan (New England Revolution), Santino Quaranta (D.C. United), Josh Wolff (Kansas City Wizards).

TD: Bruce ARENA

USA: One of two nations (other Mexico) to have played in all seven previous Gold Cups but have only won the CONCACAF event twice (1991, 2002). The stars & stripes have the most victories in tournament play with 24 and are the only CONCACAF team to win all their first round group matches for a perfect 16-0 since 1991. Technical director Bruce Arena has been at the helm since 1998.

T&T Update.
T&T Gold Cup Info.

SOURCE:
www.us.terra.com/goldcup2005/

[palos]

So nobody got dropped from the T&T sqaud.  Somehow I thought that we took 2 or 3 extra players to training camp.  Good though as players cut on the eve of a tournament is traumatic enough.

[Sam]

I am shocked Honduras didn't bring they best player (Amado Guevara). Still though, Honduras and Colombia is a good test for we.

I notice most teams still have about 20 to 22 players, so maybe by Monday they will all make the final 18 man cut ?

Ah see Pat "butter fingers" Onstad not on de Canadian team.

[Sam]

Signings hold-up in fight for Scotland.
By Euan Mcarthur.
 
Dundee United will put signing moves on hold to fight for a new work permit for Jason Scotland.
Boss Gordon Chisholm is desperate to land two new keepers but insisted that securing Scotland's future is his priority. The Trinidad and Tobago international had his permit renewal bid knocked by an SPL panel.
Chisholm has already brought in Scotland striker Lee Miller and the keeper situation remains high on his agenda.
But he's so determined to see justice done over Scotland that any transfer activity has been put on the back-burner.
Chisholm said: 'Things are moving on and it's in the hands of the legal people. We're definitely taking it further so a lot of our time has been taken up with this.
'I'm still looking for two new keepers but there are no fresh developments.
The club's fight for Scotland has the backing of the supporters federation,who will present a petition to the Home Office.
A spokesman said: 'We find the panel's reason for refusing a permit incredible.This decision will surely have ramifications for all of Scottish football.'
Chisholm reckons Lee Mair will be like a new signing when the defender finally makes his long-awaited comeback.
Mair tore knee ligaments after arriving at Tannadice in the January transfer window.
But Chisholm is sure the former Dundee star has a big part to play next season.
He said: 'Lee's in good spirits and has come through all the sessions so far.
'We'll get the ball out in training next week and Lee won't be far behind the rest of the playersMSP joins fight for Jason.

A local MSP has joined the battle to reverse the decision of the Home Office not to renew the work permit of Dundee United player Jason Scotland (writes Katherine Trail).
The Trinidad and Tobago striker, presently on international duty in the US, was due to sign a new two-year contract with the Tannadice club.
However, a Home Office panel comprising SPL official Ian Blair and former players Peter Cormack, Murdo MacLeod, Pat Stanton, Tommy McIntyre and Tony Higgins found earlier this week that his abilities are not such that his involvement enhances Scottish football.
It emerged today that Jason may not even be allowed back into the country to collect his belongings from his Broughty Ferry flat, as he would need to apply for a tourist’s visa to get past immigration once his UK employment permit runs out.
Dundee East MSP Shona Robison said today she is to file a motion in the Scottish Parliament urging the Home Office to reconsider their decision.
The motion reads, “This Parliament is concerned about the decision of the Home Office to refuse to renew the work permit for Dundee United player Jason Scotland; believes that Jason is an asset to both Dundee United, the city of Dundee and Scotland; is concerned that this decision flies in the face of attempts to bring fresh talent to Scotland through the Fresh Talent Initiative and urges the Home Office to reconsider their decision as a matter of urgency.”
Ms Robison has also signed an online petition at http://www.petitiononline.com/united1, which despite being set up only last night, already has over 2000 signatures.
She said, “I’d like to express my support for the campaign and for all the calls and e mails I have received.
“I am very concerned about the decision not to renew the work permit, and I am calling on Jack McConnell to support this motion. “It flies in the face of the Fresh Talent Initiative and I hope the decision can be reversed.”Dwight a shining light for Australia.
Border Mail.

Sydney FC chief executive Andy Harper says the arrival of Dwight Yorke is a big occasion for not just the club and the A-League but for Australian sport.
The former Manchester United striker hits Australian shores for the first time today since agreeing to a two-year deal with Sydney FC in April.
While the A-League itself does not kick off for another 60 days, Yorkes arrival will likely kickstart the fledgling soccer competitions off-field battle for the attention of the Australian sporting public.
And Harper has few doubts about just how big a mark Yorke will make.
“I think hell make a big impact on Australian football, but I think one of the more interesting observations will be the broader impact that he makes,” Harper said.
“The main thing for Dwight Yorke is to come here and play football, but there are other business imperatives that flow on from someone of his stature, and certainly for us, part of that is to increase our membership base.
“I think its an exciting time for Australian sport, not just Sydney FC. Hes an international brand, Dwight Yorke.” Sydney FC beat a reported $4 million offer from Qatar in the Middle East to sign Yorke.Dibble: Carlos will impress fans.
Bedford Today.

Hatters fans are in for a treat with the signing of Trinidad and Tobago international Carlos Edwards – that's the view of former Town keeper Andy Dibble.
The 40-year-old stopper believes Edwards will thrill the Kenilworth Road faithful with his attacking wingplay next season.
And Dibble should know what he is talking about having spent the past three campaigns with the 26-year-old flanker at Wrexham.
Dibble, remembered fondly by Town fans for his 1988 penalty save from Nigel Winterburn in the Littlewoods Cup final win over Arsenal, told The News-Gazette: "Carlos is a very, very strong attacking player with a lot of pace and he can play in either wing-back position or further forwards.
"He's versatile and also has a really decent strike on the ball and I've seen him score plenty of goals from outside the penalty area.
"He's an exciting player and I think the fans will only be impressed by what they see. He's also a smashing bloke off the pitch and should fit in well down at Luton. I can only see him getting better and better down there."
Edwards, who will miss the majority of Luton's pre-season after being called up to the Trinidad and Tobago side for the CONCACAF Gold Cup in America, also impressed against the Hatters for Wrexham last season.
He set up Andy Holt for Wrexham's opener in their 2-1 loss to Luton at the Racecourse Ground in April – the game Hatters claimed the League One title.
Looking back on that day, Dibble said: "It was mixed emotions really, because obviously I didn't want Wrexham to lose as we were fighting relegation, but at the same time it was great to see my old club win the league.
"I'm still very fond of Luton Town. I've got some strong feelings for the club and some great memories from my time there."
With Wrexham in administration, Dibble is now looking at finding a new club. He said: "I'm in a bit of limbo with Wrexham at the moment.
"Because the club's in administration they don't know if they can offer me a new deal next season.
"I've just turned 40 and people may think 'he's past it now', but I've got plenty to offer either playing or as a coach with all my experience."

[Jah Gol]

CONCACAF announce rosters for 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup™

.JAMAICA
GK: Leighton Murray (Harbour View FC), Donovan Ricketts (Bradford City/ENG), Shawn Sawyers (Portmore United FC).

DF: Claude Davis (Preston/ENG), Nicholy Finlayson (Reno FC), Tyrone Marshall (Los Angeles Galaxy/USA), Lovel Palmer (Harbour View FC), Garfield Reid (Rivoli United FC), Tyrone Sawyers (Portmore United FC), Robert Scarlett (Harbour View FC), Damion Stewart (Harbour View FC), Jermaine Taylor (Harbour View FC).

MD: Omar Daley (Portmore United FC), Jermaine Hue (Harbour View FC), Jermaine Johnson (Oldham Athletic/ENG), Khari Stephenson (Kansas City Wizards/USA), Andrew Williams (Real Salt Lake/USA).

AT: Teafore Bennett (Portmore United FC), Roland Dean (Tivoli Gardens FC), Kevin Deerr (Portmore United FC), Ricardo Fuller (Portsmouth/ENG), Damani Ralph, Luton Shelton (Harbour View FC).

TD: Wendell DOWNSWELL

Is this Jamaica's Strongest possible side. I noticed many of the players are with local clubs.

[supporter]

south africas team is shit. alot of first teamers from some countries missing. we're the only country taking this tournament seriously?

[palos]

We NEED to take this tournament seriously as this is a rare opportunity for us to get QUALITY practice matches.

Who gives a rats ass wha de other teams doin?

Yuh think Panama or Guatemala, de teams in we group, bringin sorf side?  Daz why Panama bring back de Dely Valdes brothers.

Furthermore....if de South African's and Colombian's bring under strength teams and STILL beat we CONCACAF teams, dat eh showin CONCACAF in a good light at all.

Wit respeck to Jamaica, dem in de rebuildin phase and focusin on developin and givin international experience to dey local based players as they should be in my opinion.  Besides....yuh done know de hassle dey would get from English clubs if dey try to bring back dey UB40's to play in de Gold Cup.

[andre samuel]

south africas team is shit. alot of first teamers from some countries missing. we're the only country taking this tournament seriously?

so what if dey bring ah local side! i am sure even though dey bring ah local side, dey bring dey best local players! who are we to judge.  If we alone taking this ting seriously then that is we business. We need to put on a good show, and show the world that we can play good football

[supporter]

of course we should take this tournament seriously! that doesnt take away from the fact that alot of their first teamers are missing. thats thier business but still shows what countries around the world think of the gold cup!

[dwn]

So nobody got dropped from the T&T sqaud. Somehow I thought that we took 2 or 3 extra players to training camp. Good though as players cut on the eve of a tournament is traumatic enough.

Were Gary Glasgow and Hector Sam in the training squad?

[ricky]

Glasgow and Sam were not picked, along with Rojas and Tiger from the last WCQ squad

[Touches]

I am shocked Honduras didn't bring they best player (Amado Guevara).

Sam if I remember correctly Amada Gueverra get banned from Honduras side. He lead a protest for more money when they was in the semis and get dropped. he ent make the team since.

[Sam]

Well according de the South African officical football website, another four players will be named before Today. I am assuming they will strenghten up a little.

As for Jamaica, nine overseas-based players have been summoned. They are goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts of Bradford City, Jermaine Johnson (formerly of Oldham Athletic), Claude Davis of Preston North End, Ricardo Fuller of Southampton in the English Leagues, Tyrone Marshall of the LA Galaxy, Andy Williams of Real Salt Lake, Khari Stephenson of the Kansas City Wizards, Teofore Bennett of Virginia Mariners of the US leagues, and Damani Ralph, who plays in Russia with FC Rubin Kazan. This is Jamaicans 2010 world cup side mainly, Canada to, they re-building so what yuh see here is they core for 2010.

Costa Rica have 12 world cup regulars on their team (Fonseca, Miller, Soto, Umaña, Wallace, Wright, Bolaños, Lopez, Brenes, Bryce, Rojas, Ruiz).

Cuba bringing they full side.

Guatemala have 11 world cup regulars also, (Chen, Hernandez, Martinez, Melgar, Morales, Figueroa, Ramirez, Thompson, Pezzarossi, Gomez, Ruiz).

Mexico have 11 world cup regulars also, (Muñoz, Mendez, Lopez, Osorno, Pineda, Garcia, Morales, Naelson, Borgetti, Medina, Bravo).

Panama have 14 world cup regulars also, (Penedo, Baloy, Moreno, Rivera, Torres, Solanilla, Blanco, Medina III, Phillips, Avila, Mitre, Brown, Garces, Tejada). Plus de experience Dely brothers.

USA have 13 world cup regulars also, (Keller, Onyewu, Cherundolo, Hejduk, Pope, Sanneh, Vanney, Beasley, Dempsey, Mastroeni, Ralston, Donovan, Wolff).