With their sights set on a strong start at the 2025 CONCACAF Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) national team is ready to showcase its talent in the region’s premier youth competition.
The team will kick off their campaign against St. Maarten today Friday, February 7.
Speaking at a press conference before the squad’s departure on Wednesday, Head Coach Clinton “Tinnie” Percival emphasized the team’s commitment to competing at a high level.
The BVI team has been training consistently at least four times a week, according to BVI Football Association (BVIFA) Technical Director Paul Decle. He noted that the tournament will provide an important benchmark to assess the progress of youth football in the BVI.
Placed in Group B, BVI faces a challenging line-up after their opening match against St. Maarten. They will then take on Trinidad and Tobago on February 9, host nation Costa Rica on February 11, and Guyana on February 16.
The winner of the group will earn a coveted spot in the 2025 FIFA Under-17 World Cup, making each game a crucial battle.
With a dedicated coaching staff and a determined squad, team BVI is ready to rise to the occasion and prove their potential on the regional stage. Fans at home will be eager to see how the young talents perform as they take on some of the best teams in CONCACAF.