France, Argentina, Belgium World Cup favourites for JFF boss

With Jamaica not securing a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) president Michael Ricketts has shared his predictions for the tournament's winner. Ricketts identified France, Argentina, and Belgium as his favored teams to lift the trophy.

"I like a few teams. I am a fan of Kylian Mbappé, so obviously France is one of them. I like Argentina and I do have a relationship with Belgium so I hope the winner will come from that group," Ricketts told the Jamaica Observer from Florida, where he is currently supporting the Jamaica Under-20 team.

The JFF president's trip to the United States includes attending matches for the U20 team, which is set to play against Haiti and a Miami United team as part of events organized by the Caribbean Americas Soccer Association (CASA). The weekend's events also feature musical performances by dancehall artistes Jahshii and Laa Lee on Saturday, and Wayne Wonder and Spragga Benz on Sunday.

Ricketts also plans to attend the World Cup opening game between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City on June 11, followed by a FIFA summit in Miami. He anticipates watching additional games within the U.S. as part of his World Cup itinerary.

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I like a few teams. I am a fan of Kylian Mbappé, so obviously France is one of them. I like Argentina and I do have a relationship with Belgium so I hope the winner will come from that group.