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KINGSTON, Jamaica – Repair work underway at a section of Spanish Town Road in the vicinity of the Sandy Gully Bridge could result in traffic delays. T...
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Simoes plans ‘crisis cabinet’ of ‘specialists’ if given Reggae Boyz job
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Simoes plans ‘crisis cabinet’ of ‘specialists’ if given Reggae Boyz job
November 21, 2025
Brazilian Rene Simões, former head coach of the Reggae Boyz who has expressed an interest in filling the current vacancy for the position, has outline...
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‘Just like us in ’97’: Former Reggae Boyz inspire Jamaicans ahead of World Cup decider
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‘Just like us in ’97’: Former Reggae Boyz inspire Jamaicans ahead of World Cup decider
November 17, 2025
“Just like us in ’97. It all came down to the last home game.” With those words, Deon Burton, the sharpshooter who became a hero during Jamaica’s firs...
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WATCH: JFF, KSAMC sign MOU to waive advertising fees for matches in Kingston
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WATCH: JFF, KSAMC sign MOU to waive advertising fees for matches in Kingston
October 13, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) and the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) have signed a memorandum of und...
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JFF appoints Roy Simpson as acting gen sec
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JFF appoints Roy Simpson as acting gen sec
June 3, 2025
The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has announced the appointment of general manager Roy Simpson as acting general secretary effective immediately. ...
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Mt Pleasant FA fined
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Mt Pleasant FA fined
May 6, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Premier League leaders Mt Pleasant FA were fined $25,000 by the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) Competitions Committee f...
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Ricketts excited as Reggae Girlz set to play USA and England in June
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Ricketts excited as Reggae Girlz set to play USA and England in June
April 16, 2025
Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz will face world number one United States and European champion and fourth-ranked England in two international friendlies on Jun...
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Geoffrey Maxwell, former national player and coach, has died
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Geoffrey Maxwell, former national player and coach, has died
February 22, 2025
Geoffrey Maxwell, the former Jamaica national player and coach, has died. He passed away on Saturday morning after a battle with Alzheimer's disease. ...
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Reggae Boyz to play friendly matches with T&T ahead of Gold Cup
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Reggae Boyz to play friendly matches with T&T ahead of Gold Cup
January 13, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Reggae Boyz will face-off with Trinidad and Tobago in two friendly matches on February 6 and 9 in Jamaica, the Jamaica Football...
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JFF seeks travel partner for Reggae Boyz and Girlz
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JFF seeks travel partner for Reggae Boyz and Girlz
November 20, 2024
The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) is seeking travel providers for both the men’s and women’s senior national teams for the next two years and is p...
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Bailey excited ahead of Reggae Boyz return at National Stadium
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Bailey excited ahead of Reggae Boyz return at National Stadium
November 14, 2024
Despite receiving public criticism for his performances and off the field decisions, Reggae Boyz winger Leon Bailey says he’s looking forward to playi...
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Former JFF president Heron Dale has died
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Former JFF president Heron Dale has died
October 10, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Former Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President Heron Dale has passed away. Observer Online understands that Dale died at a hosp...
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JFF Championships play-offs return round begins
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JFF Championships play-offs return round begins
August 10, 2024
DUNCANS, Trelawny — Group leaders Boys Town, Progressive FC and Duncans United will seek to at least maintain their advantages when the return round o...
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Hallgrímsson resigns as Reggae Boyz coach
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Hallgrímsson resigns as Reggae Boyz coach
June 30, 2024
Heimir Hallgrímsson has resigned as coach of Jamaica’s national senior men’s football team, the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) announced late Sunda...
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Reggae Girlz’ Jody Brown joins Benfica Football Club
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Reggae Girlz’ Jody Brown joins Benfica Football Club
June 20, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Reggae Girlz player Jody Brown has signed her first professional contract with Portuguese giants, Benfica Football Club. This achi...
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‘Just leave him alone’: Some Jamaicans want Reggae Boyz to move on without Bailey
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‘Just leave him alone’: Some Jamaicans want Reggae Boyz to move on without Bailey
June 14, 2024
With the Leon Bailey vs Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) saga taking another dramatic turn this week, there are indications that members of the publi...
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St Mary Football Association mourns sudden death of ‘exemplary’ administrator
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April 7, 2024
The St Mary Football Association has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of one of its long-serving employees. Administrative assist...
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JFF dismisses ‘inaccurate’ claims made by Leon Bailey
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JFF dismisses ‘inaccurate’ claims made by Leon Bailey
March 22, 2024
The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) is refuting several claims made by Reggae Boy Leon Bailey during a podcast interview earlier this week. In the i...
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Court ruling clears way for JFF elections
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Court ruling clears way for JFF elections
February 9, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has been given the green light to set a new date for the postponed voting congress after the...
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Racing, Tru-Juice extend perfect starts to four games in JFF Championship
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Racing, Tru-Juice extend perfect starts to four games in JFF Championship
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FALMOUTH, Trelawny – Racing United and Tru-Juice FC both ran their perfect starts to four straight wins in the Jamaica Football Federation Championshi...
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Hezron happy with ‘Save The Children’ school tour
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