Guadeloupe will aim to secure back-to-back victories in the CONCACAF Nations League as they host Martinique on Friday. Guadeloupe heads into the match off a 1-0 victory over Suriname, while Martinique salvaged a 2-2 draw against Guyana in their last outing.
Match Preview
Guadeloupe bounced back from their opening 3-0 loss to Costa Rica with a narrow win against Suriname, marking their first-ever League A victory in the Nations League. Jocelyn Angloma’s side has been solid defensively, keeping clean sheets in four of their last five matches across all competitions. A win on Friday would put them in a strong position in Group B, just a point behind leaders Guatemala and Costa Rica.
The team has been strong at home but less consistent on the road, losing two of their last three away fixtures outside of Guadeloupe. They haven’t conceded a goal in the first half all year and have shown resilience when leading in the second half.
Martinique, on the other hand, started poorly against Guyana, conceding two early goals, but they fought back to earn a 2-2 draw. This comeback was their first in a Nations League fixture since 2019. Despite some struggles, Marc Collat’s men have only lost once in their last five Nations League matches. However, they are still searching for their first away win in this tournament and have not won any of their last four matches across all competitions.
Martinique has historically performed well against Guadeloupe, going unbeaten in their last three away games against them, including a 4-3 friendly victory in 2021.
Team News
Guadeloupe:
Jocelyn Angloma made several changes for the match against Suriname, bringing in Junior Senneville, Alexandre Arenate, and Kilian Bevis. Teddy Bartouche will likely retain his place in goal after a six-save performance and a clean sheet. Jordan Leborgne, who scored his first international goal in that game, will be a key figure in midfield. Florent Poulolo is suspended after receiving a red card in the last match.
Martinique:
Florent Poulolo’s absence is a big blow for Martinique. Johnny Marajo replaced Patrick Burner in their last match and may retain his spot in the front three. Brighton Labeau, who scored in the previous match, has been a consistent goal threat and will be looking to add to his tally.
Possible Lineups
Guadeloupe:
Bartouche; Cavare, Gravillon, Saintini, Roussillon; Cadiou, Solvet, Baron; Mirval, Ambrose, Phaeton
Martinique:
Clementia; Dussaut, Moltenis, Bellance, Moutachy; Mandouki, Appin, Renel; Fabien, Labeau, Biron
