Bermuda will have to beat Jamaica in their final group match at the National Stadium tomorrow if they are to progress to the next round of Concacaf Caribbean Women’s Under-20 qualifiers.

The Reggae Girlz bolted to the top of the standings on goal difference over their hosts via a 10-0 defeat of Curaçao at the National Stadium last night.

Deshun Cooper, the Bermuda head coach, is wary that his team have their work cut out but is optimistic that they will be equal to the task against Jamaica.

“The girls are definitely up for it and they know and believe within themselves that, not only do we have a chance of getting through this round, but all the way to the World Cup,” he said.

“Our preparations have been great, so I think we are definitely prepared enough to go into the match and do well to advance.”

Naquita Robinson, the Bermuda assistant coach, said the players do not fear their opponents despite their ruthless dismantling of Curaçao.

“There isn’t any fear factor and I think our girls mentality and willingness to want it is going to make the difference between the two teams on Sunday,” she said. “It’s going to be a lively crowd and lot of emotions and stuff. But we have been preparing for this so I’m very confident our girls will make us and Bermuda proud.”

Xavier Gilbert, the Jamaica head coach, believes the pressure is more on Bermuda as a draw would be enough to see his team advance to November’s four-team regional qualifiers in St Kitts & Nevis.

“We don’t have to win but we want to win,” he said. “Bermuda have to come at us and it might leave them open and hopefully we can use our speed and capitalise up top.

“We can’t take anything for granted because Bermuda is stronger than Curaçao. But we played against them at the Under-17 competition last year so we know what to expect and are going to prepare for that.”

Marlee Fray led Jamaica’s charge against Curaçao with a hat-trick, scoring in the 22nd, 30th and 53rd minutes, while midfielder Jessica Johnson struck in the 45th and 55th minutes.

Giselle Washington, Alyssa Julien, Ebony Clarke and second half substitute Kevena Reid were also on target while Curaçao conceded a late own goal.

“I’m pleased with the way the girls acquitted themselves,” Gilbert said. “We started off slow but we got into our own and scored a few goals and put the game to bed early.”