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Jamaica Edge New Caledonia, Near World Cup Spot

Jamaica edged New Caledonia in a tight match at Guadalajara's Akron Stadium, keeping their World Cup hopes alive. The win sets up a clash with DR Congo on March 31 for a spot in the tournament.

Jamaica secured a narrow victory over New Caledonia at Akron Stadium in Guadalajara, with the win coming in a closely contested match that left the 150th‑ranked side unable to advance.

The result brings Jamaica closer to a World Cup berth and sets up a decisive game against the Democratic Republic of the Congo on March 31, where the winner will claim one of the two intercontinental playoff spots.