The Matchday 5 clash in the second stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers between Saint Lucia and Barbados will take place on June 11 at the Darren Sammy Stadium in Gros Islet. Saint Lucia vs. Barbados: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Saint Lucia vs. Barbados
Saint Lucia (formation not provided): Player details not available.
Barbados (formation not provided): Player details not available.
Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia's recent performances have shown promise, although they have struggled to convert opportunities into goals. Their defensive setup has been relatively solid, which could be crucial in this matchup against Barbados. The team is looking to capitalize on home advantage to secure vital points in their quest for World Cup qualification.
- Saint Lucia has managed to keep a clean sheet in 3 of their last 5 home matches.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 4 of their last 5 home games (2 wins, 2 draws).
- They have scored at least one goal in each of their last 5 matches at home.
Barbados
Barbados has shown inconsistency in their recent outings, particularly in away fixtures. They will need to improve their attacking efficiency to break down a resilient Saint Lucia defense. The team is aiming to turn around their fortunes and make a strong push in the qualifiers.
- Barbados has not won in regular time in their last four away matches (1 draw, 3 losses).
- No more than two goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 5 of Barbados's last 7 away games.
- At least one of the opponents failed to score in regular time in 5 of Barbados's last 7 away matches.
Saint Lucia vs. Barbados: Match Prediction
Both teams are keen to secure a win to boost their qualification hopes. Saint Lucia's solid home form gives them a slight edge, but Barbados's potential to surprise cannot be underestimated. The match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams focusing on defensive solidity.
Considering all factors, I do not expect this match to be high-scoring. My prediction: Total under 2.5 goals
