1910
The Association is founded
As football became increasingly established in the early twentieth century, the formation of the Association provided a structure to coordinate clubs, competitions and the administration of the sport.
More than a century of football in Barbados. A story of community, development and national pride.
The Barbados Football Association is the national governing body responsible for the administration and development of association football in Barbados.
Founded in 1910 as the Barbados Amateur Football Association, it is one of the older national football associations in the Caribbean. Its story reflects the growth of the game across the island and Barbados’ place in regional and international football.
The milestones that helped shape football in Barbados.
As football became increasingly established in the early twentieth century, the formation of the Association provided a structure to coordinate clubs, competitions and the administration of the sport.
The Barbados Amateur Football Association changed its name to the Barbados Football Association.
Barbados became a member of Concacaf, shortly after the country gained independence in 1966. This marked an important step in its integration into regional football.
FIFA affiliation gave Barbados full participation in international football’s governing structure and eligibility to compete in FIFA World Cup qualification.
During qualification for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Barbados progressed through the Caribbean qualifying rounds to reach the Concacaf semifinal stage.
A landmark home victory over Costa Rica demonstrated that Barbados could compete with some of the region’s strongest football nations.
2002 FIFA World Cup qualification
The Association marked its centenary, celebrating 100 years of organising, supporting and developing football in Barbados.
From its amateur beginnings, the Association has grown into the institution responsible for the governance and advancement of football throughout Barbados.
Overseeing senior leagues, knockout competitions and the national competition structure.
Supporting Barbados’ representative teams and representing the country within FIFA, Concacaf and Caribbean football.
Supporting youth and grassroots football, women’s football, coach education and referee development.
Headquarters: Garfield Sobers Sports Complex, Wildey, St. Michael.
Continuing to develop football for players, coaches, referees, clubs and communities across Barbados.
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Garfield Sobers Sports Complex,
Wildey, St. Michael, Barbados
T: 246-538-2255
E: office@barbadosfa.com
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