Jamaica hope to defy 'extreme disorganisation' to pull off World Cup upset
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Jamaica must put rows with their federation behind them and get star striker Khadija Shaw firing if they are to win a match at the Women's World Cupfor the first time.
The disputes, which became very public, emerged after frustration over a lack of friendly games in the build-up to the tournament that begins next week in Australia and New Zealand.
The team did though go to a training camp in Amsterdam as they prepare for their second straight WorldCup appearance and have received some late assistance from corporate backers.
The Reggae Girlz made their tournament debut in France four years ago and, placed in a tough group, returned home after three defeats.
The losses to Brazil, Italy and Australia, all with longer histories in the women's game and greater resources, were no disgrace and there are signs that the Caribbean team could do better this time despite the turbulence.
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FootballJamaica face Brazil, France and CONCACAF rivals Panama in another demanding World Cup group.
Much of the inspiration for the optimism has been generated by Shaw, who was voted player of the year in the CONCACAF region having struck 55 goals in 38 appearances for her country.
The biggest star to emerge from the women's game in the Caribbean, Shaw plays in England's Women's Super League and has scored 31 goals in 30 games in all competitions for Manchester City.
«I'm not surprised she's doing what she is doing and she still has so many levels to go to, which is quite frightening to be honest,» said her City team-mate, the England defender Alex Greenwood.
«I think she can be the best in the world
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