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In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica is reeling. Entire communities have been left in ruins, homes flattened, roads destroyed, and countless families displaced. From Portland to Clarendon, Kingston to St. Mary, the island carries the deep scars of one of the most devastating storms in recent memory. Yet even as the rain subsides and the floodwaters begin to recede, one truth remains clear — Jamaica’s greatest strength has always been its people. And right now, those people need help more than ever. This is a call, not to the government or to politicians, but to the sons and daughters of Jamaica who have risen to fame and fortune. To the entertainers, influencers, athletes, and public figures — both at home and abroad — the time has come to stand up for your fans. These are the same people who streamed your music day and night, who wore your brand, who shared your posts, who prayed for you when you were just starting out. Today, many of them are left without shelter, without ...

Khiara Keating’s debut as the Lionesses’ first Black goalkeeper is a landmark moment in British football.


By Irman Connor  | Sports Watch 

In a historic turn at the Etihad Stadium, Khiara Keating stepped onto the pitch not just as a talented young goalkeeper, but as a trailblazer. Her senior debut for the Lionesses against Brazil marked the first time a Black goalkeeper has represented England’s women’s team—a moment that resonates far beyond the final scoreline Manchester City FC Manchester City FC


At just 21, Keating’s rise from Manchester City’s academy to the national stage is a testament to her grit, skill, and undeniable presence between the sticks. Her performance, though in a narrow defeat, was full of promise and poise, and she now joins a legacy of athletes who have broken barriers simply by being excellent.

Michelle Agyemang and Khiara Keating - England Lionesses team members

This year has been one of triumphs and transitions for the Lionesses. Their victory at the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 in Switzerland, sealed by a dramatic penalty shootout against Spain, reaffirmed their place among Europe’s elite Manchester City FC

Members of the Lionesses in training

The squad, led by Sarina Wiegman, has continued to evolve, with emerging talents like Michelle Agyemangmaking their mark. Agyemang’s inclusion in recent squads signals a growing recognition of diverse talent within the women’s game. These accomplishments are not just sporting milestones; they are cultural ones, reshaping the narrative of who gets to wear the England shirt.

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Yet, as we cheer Keating’s debut and the Lionesses’ achievements, we must also ask: why has it taken until 2025 for a Black woman to stand in goal for England? The answer lies in a complex web of systemic oversight, underrepresentation, and missed opportunities. 

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Celebrating Keating is essential—but so is ensuring she is not an anomaly. The future of English football must be one where Black players are not just included, but actively scouted, supported, and spotlighted. Representation should not be a breakthrough—it should be the norm.

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