Honduras hosts Jamaica in CONCACAF Nations League 2026 on 5 October 2026 at Estadio Nacional Chelato Uclés, Tegucigalpa. Kickoff is 20:00 local time, UTC-6.
The fixture is the decisive group match for Honduras. A loss ends qualification hopes.
Match date, kickoff time and venue for CONCACAF Nations League 2026
Date: 5 October 2026. Venue: Estadio Nacional Chelato Uclés, Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Kickoff: 20:00 CST.
CONCACAF lists the game as Group B Matchday 4.
Group standings and qualification scenario
Honduras sits third on 3 points from two games. Jamaica is second on 6 points.
Honduras needs a win and a favorable result elsewhere to advance. The media frames this as a needed miracle catracho.
Why fans talk about a Honduran miracle for advancement
Honduras has lost its last two home qualifiers. Jamaica has won three of its last four away CONCACAF games.
Goal difference is -2 for Honduras, +3 for Jamaica. A one-goal win is insufficient without other results.
Team News, Injuries and Squad Updates
Molina confirms absence and message to supporters
Midfielder Jorge Molina confirmed his absence from the squad. He said, Si vienen y nos apoyan.
The message was posted on 4 October 2026 ahead of the home game.
Confirmed injuries and suspensions for Honduras
Molina is out with a muscular injury. Defender Denil Maldonado is suspended after yellow card accumulation.
Coach Reinaldo Rueda called up Kevin Álvarez as cover.
Jamaica squad availability and key returns
Leon Bailey returns after missing the September window. Michail Antonio is fit.
Defender Ethan Pinnock is doubtful with a knock.
Projected starting XI for both teams
Honduras: 4-3-3 with Edrick Menjívar in goal, Álvarez at right back, and Luis Palma on the left wing.
Jamaica: 4-2-3-1 with Andre Blake in goal and Bailey leading the attack.
Most Expensive Players Comparison
Market values are from the Nations League 2026 squads.
| National Team | Player | Club | Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honduras | Luis Palma | Celtic | €5.00m |
| Honduras | Anthony Lozano | Cádiz | €2.50m |
| Honduras | Kevin Álvarez | Real Oviedo | €2.00m |
| Jamaica | Leon Bailey | Aston Villa | €28.00m |
| Jamaica | Michail Antonio | West Ham United | €6.00m |
| Jamaica | Ethan Pinnock | Brentford | €5.50m |
Head to Head Record and Recent Form
Honduras and Jamaica have met 22 times in CONCACAF competitions. Honduras leads 10-7 with 5 draws.
Recent form: Honduras is WLDL in the last four. Jamaica is WLWW.
Tactical Battle and Key Matchups
Honduras will play without Molina in midfield. The team relies on direct balls to Palma.
Jamaica strengths are width and counter attack. Bailey versus the Honduras left back is decisive.
Set pieces favor Honduras at home. Jamaica concedes 0.8 goals per game on the road.
Prediction and What Is At Stake
Prediction: Honduras 1-1 Jamaica.
A draw keeps Jamaica in control of the group. Honduras would need a win plus results elsewhere.
Fan support at Estadio Nacional Chelato Uclés is expected to exceed 25,000.
Next fixtures after Honduras vs Jamaica
Honduras travels to face Trinidad and Tobago on 14 October 2026.
Jamaica hosts El Salvador on the same date.
How to Watch Honduras vs Jamaica Live
TV: Telemundo Deportes in the US, Tigo Sports in Honduras, SportsMax in Jamaica.
Streaming: CONCACAF Go app, Fanatiz.
Live score updates are available via CONCACAF official channels.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When and where is Honduras vs Jamaica played?
- A: The match is on 5 October 2026 at 20:00 CST, UTC-6, at Estadio Nacional Chelato Uclés in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, for CONCACAF Nations League 2026 Group B Matchday 4.
- Q: What is at stake for Honduras in this fixture?
- A: A loss ends Honduras’ qualification hopes. They sit third on 3 points and need a win plus favorable results elsewhere to advance, with a -2 goal difference against Jamaica’s +3.
- Q: Which Honduras players are missing for the Jamaica game?
- A: Midfielder Jorge Molina is out with a muscular injury and defender Denil Maldonado is suspended for yellow card accumulation. Coach Reinaldo Rueda called up Kevin Álvarez as cover.
Extended Reading
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Reference material on the most expensive players per selection and Molina’s absence message was consulted for this preview.