Greenland is on track to become the 42nd member of Concacaf, the governing body for soccer in North and Central America and the Caribbean, after officially submitting an application. This news was announced by the Football Association of Greenland.
If approved, this membership would represent a significant milestone in Greenland’s goal to compete at a higher level. The national football team manager, Morten Rutkjaer, expressed his excitement about the potential membership, stating that it would inspire players and help develop the soccer culture in Greenland.
To enhance their international ambitions, Greenland’s football governing body has established a strategic collaboration with the Icelandic football union. This partnership aims to support the program and assist in organizing home games for the national team.
The formal application to Concacaf was submitted on May 13th, showcasing Greenland’s dedication to expanding their presence in the soccer world. Despite having a relatively small population of around 56,000 people, Greenland would surpass some existing Concacaf nations in terms of population size if approved.
Rutkjaer emphasized the importance of establishing connections with current Concacaf member countries to gain knowledge and expand their network. This will better prepare Greenland for competitions at both the national team and club levels.
With this potential membership, Greenland is set to take its first steps towards becoming a force to be reckoned with in international soccer competition.
