Jamaica 0-0 Curacao Player Ratings: Bacuna Rated 8/10 as Cagey Affair Ends in a Frustrating 0-0 Stalemate

Both teams will likely feel they could have snatched all three points on another day. What stood out to us was the sheer number of chances that went begging. Shamar Nicholson rattled the woodwork for the Reggae Boyz and Bobby De Cordova-Reid will be ruing a big chance missed in the first half. Curacao, not to be outdone, forced several key saves from the ever-reliable Andre Blake. The midfield battle was fierce, with tackles flying in and space at a premium throughout the match.

Ultimately, a draw feels like a fair result, though a frustrating one for the home side. Jamaica couldn't find the creative spark to break down a very organized Curacao defense. For the visitors, it's a valuable point on the road, built on discipline and moments of counter-attacking threat.

Here are Jamaica Vs Curacao Player Ratings

Jamaica Player Ratings vs Curacao

Here are the Jamaica Player Ratings vs Curacao

Goalkeeper

Andre Blake - 7.5: A captain's performance. Blake was a commanding presence in his box, making four crucial saves to keep his team in the game. His stop to deny Jürgen Locadia in the first half was world-class. He was confident claiming high balls and his distribution was solid. Jamaica always looks more secure with him between the sticks.

Defenders

D. Lembikisa - 6.0: A mixed performance. He showed some attacking intent with a couple of accurate crosses, one of which created a big chance. However, he was often careless in possession, losing the ball 15 times. Defensively he was tested and had a few nervy moments. An average outing.

Ethan Pinnock - 7.0: Pinnock was a colossal figure at the back for Jamaica. He read the game brilliantly, making a staggering eight clearances and winning most of his aerial battles. He even managed to create a couple of chances, showing his quality on the ball. A truly solid and reassuring presence.

Richard King - 6.0: We noticed King struggled physically, winning only one of his seven duels. He looked a bit out of his depth at times against Curacao's attackers. Despite this, he made some important blocks and interceptions, but his high number of possession losses was a concern. Room for improvement.

Greg Leigh - 6.5: Very unlucky not to score, hitting the woodwork with a decent effort. He got forward well and supported the attack, even registering a shot on target. Defensively, he was mostly sound, though he wasn't tested as much as his fellow defenders. A decent contribution overall.

Midfielders

Demarai Gray - 5.5: A surprisingly quiet game from a player of his quality. From our perspective he just couldn't get into the match and failed to make any significant impact. He was subbed off before the hour mark after a performance where he struggled to keep possession and create anything meaningful.

Bobby De Cordova-Reid - 6.0: A frustrating night for him. He worked tirelessly as always, but he will be haunted by the big chance he missed in the first half. That could have been the game-winner. He contributed defensively with a couple of tackles but his final product was lacking.

Isaac Hayden - 6.5: The metronome in midfield. Hayden was incredibly efficient with the ball, completing 90% of his passes. He kept things simple and ticking over, providing a solid base for the team. He didn't offer much in an attacking sense, but he performed his role effectively.

R. Cephas - 5.0: A truly difficult game for the midfielder. He was constantly fouled, which shows he was trying to be positive, but he lost a staggering 11 duels and gave away possession far too easily. He seemed overwhelmed by the physicality of the game. A performance to forget.

Ian Fray - 6.0: Fray brought a lot of energy and fight to the midfield, winning eight duels and making three tackles. However, his aggression boiled over, leading to four fouls and a yellow card. He was a bit reckless before being substituted just after the hour.

Forwards

Shamar Nicholson - 5.5: It just wasn't his night. He was a physical presence but couldn't find his shooting boots, hitting the woodwork and missing another big chance. His hold-up play was okay, but a striker is judged on goals, and he couldn't deliver.

Substitutes

Kaheim Dixon - 6.0: Came on for Gray and provided a bit more directness, but couldn't find a breakthrough.

Jon Russell - 6.0: Replaced the carded Fray and added some composure, but missed a decent chance late on.

Dujuan Richards - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Bailey Cadamarteri - N/A: Came on late with little time to influence the game.

Manager

S. McClaren - 6.0: Set his team up to be solid, which they were. However, they lacked the attacking ideas to break down a stubborn opponent. His substitutions didn't quite have the desired effect to change the outcome of the match. A frustrating day at the office.

Curacao Player Ratings vs Jamaica

Here are Curacao Player Ratings vs Jamaica

Goalkeeper

Eloy Room - 6.5: Had a relatively quiet game for large spells but made a crucial save to deny De Cordova-Reid in the first half. His handling was secure and he commanded his area well. He wasn't overly tested, but did what he had to do with confidence.

Defenders

Shurandy Sambo - 7.5: What a performance. Sambo was a defensive powerhouse, winning an incredible nine duels and making four tackles. He was a constant thorn in Jamaica's side, drawing five fouls. He was disciplined, aggressive, and a key reason for the clean sheet. Fantastic display.

Roshon van Eijma - 7.0: An absolute wall at the back. Van Eijma was in the right place at the right time repeatedly, making nine clearances. He won all of his duels, showcasing his strength and reading of the game. A commanding and impressive performance at the heart of the defense.

Sherel Floranus - 6.5: A solid and reliable performance from Floranus. He contributed with five clearances and three vital interceptions. He held his position well and didn't give the Jamaican forwards much space to operate in. A disciplined and effective outing.

A. Obispo - 6.0: He was solid enough, contributing four clearances. However, he did commit a couple of needless fouls in dangerous areas. He did his job without any major errors but wasn't as dominant as his central defensive partners. A steady performance.

Midfielders

Juninho Bacuna - 8.0: Our Man of the Match. From our perspective, he was the most influential player on the pitch. He was a creative force, laying on three key passes and looking dangerous every time he got on the ball. His passing was crisp and his work rate was immense, winning seven duels. A complete midfield performance.

Livano Comenencia - 6.0: A quiet game for the midfielder. He struggled to impose himself on the match and was second-best in a few of his duels. He kept his passing simple but failed to make a real impact on the proceedings. An unspectacular but functional game.

Leandro Bacuna - 7.5: The captain led by example. He was everywhere in midfield, breaking up play with three tackles and five clearances. He also showed his quality going forward, creating three key passes for his teammates. An all-action display full of energy and quality.

Forwards

Jürgen Locadia - 6.5: Looked like Curacao's most likely source of a goal. He forced two good saves from Andre Blake and was a constant handful for the Jamaican defense. His finishing was just a bit off, but he was always in dangerous positions and caused problems.

Sontje Hansen - 6.0: A frustrating outing. He had a couple of shots blocked but was generally on the periphery of the game. He lost possession too often and couldn't link up effectively with his fellow attackers. A lot of effort with little end product.

Kenji Gorré - 6.0: Worked hard and drew a couple of fouls but struggled to create anything of note. His influence on the game was minimal before he was forced off with an injury in the second half. A willing runner who lacked a cutting edge.

Substitutes

Jeremy Antonisse - N/A: Came on for the injured Gorré but was caught offside twice and couldn't impact the game.

Manager

D. Advocaat - 7.0: He deserves a lot of credit. His game plan worked to perfection. He set his team up to be defensively compact and organized, frustrating Jamaica throughout. They looked dangerous on the counter-attack and earned a very valuable point away from home. A tactical masterclass.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Bacuna