John Barnes appointed Jamaica coach
Subject
Sport; Football
Description
Former Liverpool and England winger John Barnes has been named as the new coach of the Jamaica national team. The 44-year-old, who was born in Kingston, will take up duties in November after agreeing a one-year deal with the Jamaica Football Federation. Barnes takes over from Brazilian Rene Simoes, who was sacked as technical director last week.
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Andy Hampson, Pa Sport
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