This country’s senior national team is anticipating a more than expected challenge from Iceland when the two countries clash in a friendly international in London on February 28.
The game, finalized through the efforts of Jack Warner and agreed by head coach Leo Beenhakker, should pose T&T with an opposition of technical strength as it comprises of players from the English Premiership and German Bundesliga. Most popular among them is Chelsea striker Eidur Gudjonsen who, according to TTFF international relations consultant is likely to be in the line up on February 28.
Midfielder Gylfi Einarsson of Leeds United, Fulham striker Heidar Helguson, Emil Hallfredsson who is contracted with Tottenham Hotspur but in loan with Swedens’ Malmo FF, defenders Solvi Geir Ottesen and Kari Arnason both of Swedish club champions Djurgaarden, Charlton Athletic defender Hermann Hreidarsson, Brynjar B Gunnarsson of Reading FC and Johannes K Gudjonsson of Leicester FC and formerly of Spain’s Real Betis are among the notable names likely to be in the team to face the “Soca Warriors”.
“A lot of people will underestimate T&T in Germany at their peril and we should also not underestimate ICELAND for our first friendly warm up game,” Berry told TTFF Media.
“They are a very strong side with some excellent players who ply their trade in the top leagues of Europe."
“Their style of play is similar to Sweden where many Icelandic players have developed and have become very successful so it will be a good work out for our boys particularly as they(Iceland) will be trying very hard to impress their new coach who will be making his debut in this fixture.
“Leo was delighted to get this fixture confirmed thanks to the special relationship with Jack Warner and the President of the Icelandic FA who are very good friends,” said Berry.