Former Manchester United star Yorke named Trinidad and Tobago head coach

Released: 01/11/2024 – 18:56

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Two days before his 53rd birthday, York was given the task of guiding the Soca Warriors to the World Cup, which would be co-hosted in the region by the United States, Mexico and Canada.

“I look forward to working with this talented, close-knit group of players,” Yorke said in a statement released by the Trinidad and Tobago Football Association.

“Having helped Trinidad and Tobago reach the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2000, captaining the team at the 2006 World Cup and being an assistant coach, my love and dedication to my national team is well documented.”

He added: “I have had some incredible moments as a player in the Trinidad and Tobago jersey. I hope they can continue with this team as head coach.”

Yorke captained Trinidad and Tobago’s 2006 World Cup team that reached the group stage, and in addition to his spell with Manchester United from 1998-2002, including a treble in 1999, he spent time with Aston Villa. , Birmingham City, Sunderland, Blackburn Rovers and also Sydney.

Yorke was head coach of Australian club Macarthur for six months ending in January 2023.

“Dwight’s experience, leadership and dedication to the Red, White and Black is exactly what we need to inspire our players and our nation,” said association president Kieron Edwards.

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