Dwight Yorke Appointed Head Coach of Trinidad and Tobago National Team

Dwight Yorke, a former striker for Manchester United and Trinidad and Tobago, has been named head coach of his native country. His international playing career for Trinidad and Tobago began in 1989. The 52-year-old Yorke represented Trinidad and Tobago 72 times from 1989 to 2009, netting 19 goals. He also served as captain for the team during the 2006 World Cup. Following his retirement as a player in 2009, he previously held a position as his country’s assistant manager. This appointment marks Yorke’s second role as a manager, having previously led the Australian A-League team Macarthur during the 2022-23 season. Yorke stated, “I am proud and privileged to receive the honour of leading the Trinidad and Tobago national team.” He added, “The opportunity to work with this talented, close-knit group of players is something I look forward to.” Yorke further commented, “Having helped Trinidad and Tobago to the semi-finals of the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2000, captained the side at the 2006 World Cup and been assistant manager, my love and commitment to my national team is well documented.” The Trinidad and Tobago national team currently holds the 102nd position in the global rankings. During his tenure at Macarthur from July 2022 to January 2023, Yorke achieved 10 victories, three draws, and six defeats across 19 matches, also securing the Australia Cup.