Puerto Rico Thrashes Saint Lucia 7–0 to Open 2027 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Explosive Fashion

Puerto Rico could not have asked for a better start to the 2027 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. In front of a vibrant crowd at the Juan Ramón Loubriel Stadium, the Boricua national team delivered a resounding 7–0 victory over Saint Lucia, setting the tone for a campaign filled with ambition and belief. From the opening whistle, Puerto Rico imposed a dominant rhythm that Saint Lucia never managed to match.

Captain Jill Aguilera ignited the stadium in the 4th minute with a powerful header that quickly put Puerto Rico ahead. The early goal opened the floodgates. At minute 12, Danielle Marcano unleashed a rocket from outside the box to double the lead, and moments later Jailene De Jesús added the third, tightening Puerto Rico’s grip on the match.

Before halftime, Aguilera struck again, securing her brace and sending Puerto Rico into the locker room with a commanding advantage. The second half brought no slowdown. Puerto Rico kept pressing with intensity, recovering the ball quickly and overwhelming Saint Lucia in every phase. Cristina Torres added the fifth goal, and Aguilera took full control of the night with two more strikes, completing a spectacular four-goal performance.

The 7–0 win earned Puerto Rico its first three points in Group A and placed the team at the top alongside Mexico, though El Tri holds the lead on goal differential. Beyond the scoreline, Puerto Rico’s performance stood out for its cohesion, energy, and relentless attacking mentality. Aguilera’s leadership and finishing were decisive, but the collective contribution—high pressing, quick recoveries, and well-orchestrated transitions—showed a team ready to fight for a historic World Cup qualification.

Puerto Rico will now prepare for its next match in February against Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The squad leaves Bayamón motivated, the fans connected, and the coaching staff eager to maintain the momentum. With their captain in superstar form and the team playing with confidence, Puerto Rico has officially launched its road to Brazil 2027 in thrilling fashion.