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New Reggae Boyz thrilled with debut home appearance
June 12, 2025
Reggae Boyz Rumarn Burrell and Tyreece Campbell are both pleased to have played their first minutes on Jamaican soil, participating in Jamaica's 3-0 victory against Guatemala in their World Cup Qualifying football match at the National Stadium on Tuesday.
Jon Russell (26th minute) and double scorer Warner Brown (37th, 73rd) netted Jamaica's goals.
Burrell and Campbell both made cameo appearances, with Burrell taking the field in the 77th minute, replacing Warner Brown, and Campbell coming on in the 83rd, replacing Renaldo Cephas.
Burrell had been selected for the Unity Cup squad last month, when he debuted in London, while Campbell was making his first-ever appearance in the Jamaican colours.
"It was great out there in front of all of Jamaica," Burrell told STAR Sports in a post-game interview. "I'm proud to be Jamaican and I'm proud to play in front of everyone.
"I thought the game was pretty smooth and, coming on, I just had to get up to speed with the game."
Burrell added: "The atmosphere was great. Everyone was cheering when we were getting the big chances, and everyone was getting up and out of their seats. I liked the music before the game and after the game. It was a vibe."
Campbell, who plays his club football alongside international teammate Kaheim Dixon at Charlton Athletic, said his debut was long in coming.
The 21-year-old forward has enjoyed good form in club football, which he credits for earning his spot in Steve McClaren's Reggae Boyz squad.
"I'm feeling happy. I was waiting for this a long time, so I'm happy to get my debut here," Campbell said.
"It's been a good season for me. The team has done well and I have done well individually, so I'm happy to get the call up after it," Campbell added.
Both players will now turn their attention to the upcoming Concacaf Gold Cup, their first major international tournament with the team.
Jamaica have been drawn in Group C alongside Panama, Guatemala, and Guadeloupe, with their opening group-stage match coming against Guatemala on June 16.
Burrell is excited ahead of the tournament and believes it brings more opportunities for him to make an impact.
"I'm mad excited, and mostly since it's in the USA. I haven't been there in ages, so it's good to play out there," he said.
"Mostly, it's just taking the chances and looking forward to playing with the team again," said Burrell.
