Jamaica Home Shirt 1998

In 1998, Jamaica, managed by René Simões, made history by qualifying for their first-ever FIFA World Cup in France. Known as the “Reggae Boyz,” the squad featured players like Wendell Downswell, Theodore Whitmore, and Deon Burton, combining home-based talent with overseas professionals. Jamaica were drawn into a tough group with Argentina, Croatia, and Japan. They lost 3–1 to Croatia and 5–0 to Argentina but earned a historic 2–1 victory over Japan, with Theodore Whitmore scoring both goals. Despite not advancing beyond the group stage, the campaign inspired a generation of Jamaican footballers and highlighted the team’s determination and flair on the world stage.