Ex-England boss Steve McClaren resigns from national team role after World Cup heartbreak | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJamie BraidwoodWednesday 19 November 2025 12:03 GMTSteve McClaren stepped down as Jamaica manager after they failed to automatically qualify for the World Cup (REUTERS)Former England boss Steve McClaren resigned as Jamaica manager just hours after their 0-0 draw against Curacao on Tuesday night.The draw ended Jamaica's hopes of automatically qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.McClaren, who took charge in July 2024, stated that he was taking accountability for the team's failure to qualify from their group.He expressed that a fresh voice, new energy, and a different perspective are needed to move the team forward.Jamaica still has an opportunity to qualify for the World Cup through the intercontinental play-offs.In fullSteve McClaren resigns as Jamaica manager after failing to reach World CupThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in