Former national captain Dwight Yorke has been named the new Head Coach of the T&T Men’s National Team.

The announcement was made this morning by the TTFA which says Yorke’s primary focus is the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

TTFA President Kieron Edwards says, “Dwight’s experience, leadership, and commitment to the red, white, and black are exactly what we need to inspire our players and our nation.”

Yorke says, “The opportunity to work with this talented, close-knit group of players is something I look forward to.”

He adds that, “Having helped Trinidad and Tobago to the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2000, captained the side at the 2006 World Cup and been Assistant Manager, my love and commitment to my national team is well documented…”

Yorke’s tenure as head coach begins immediately.