Shabazz optimistic Guyana can advance from group playoffs

Jamaal Shabazz, head of the coach Guyana U23 squad said he is optimistic that his side can qualify from the group round of the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) leg of the 2018 Olympic Qualifiers once the ideal preparation is undertaken.

The Golden Jaguars are grouped with Aruba, Cuba and Antigua and Barbuda in the tournament. Aruba was scheduled to host the group playoffs but has opted out. A host nation for the leg has yet to be named by the CFU. The Guyanese will play their first game on June 24th against Antigua and Barbuda.

In their second matchup, Guyana will oppose Aruba two days later. They will then conclude their tourney on