Puerto Rico Dominates St. Lucia 7-0 in Women’s International Friendly; Local Star Jailene DeJesus Scores

Jill Aguilera Records Four Goals as Puerto Rico Overwhelms St. Lucia at Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel

BAYAMÓN, Puerto Rico – The Puerto Rico Women’s National Team delivered a commanding 7-0 victory over St. Lucia on December 1, 2025, at Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel, with local soccer star Jailene DeJesus from St. John’s University finding the back of the net in the dominant performance.

Jill Aguilera stole the show with four goals, while Danielle Marcano added two and Cristina Torres contributed one as Puerto Rico controlled every aspect of the match in front of their home fans.

The victory moves Puerto Rico to second place in Group A standings with 3 points and a +7 goal difference, positioning them strongly in the tournament behind Mexico’s dominant 14-0 opening victory.

DeJesus Shines for Puerto Rico

Jailene DeJesus, the St. John’s University standout and local hero, scored Puerto Rico’s third goal in the 18th minute with a clinical right-footed finish from the right side of the box. The unassisted goal showcased her individual quality and ability to create scoring opportunities in tight spaces.

DeJesus’ goal extended Puerto Rico’s lead to 3-0 and continued the relentless attacking pressure that defined the first half. Her performance highlighted the growing talent pool in Puerto Rico’s women’s national team program and demonstrated the impact of collegiate players representing their home nation.

The St. John’s star was substituted at halftime after a productive 45 minutes that saw her contribute to Puerto Rico’s attacking dominance. DeJesus completed 12 passes with 83.3% accuracy, registered 16 touches, and took two shots (both on target, both inside the box) during her 45-minute appearance.

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St. John’s Coach Ian Stone Praises DeJesus

St. John’s Women’s Soccer Head Coach Ian Stone expressed his pride in Senior Midfielder DeJesus’ international call-up and performance, highlighting her impact both on and off the pitch.

“Jailene DeJesus is a special player,” Stone said. “She has been a bright spot on the team, and we wish her all the best on her national team call-up. We know she is bound to do great things, and we wish her all the success. This will help her player development immensely.”

Stone’s endorsement underscores DeJesus’ trajectory as one of the program’s standout talents and her potential to make a significant impact at the international level. The national team experience will provide valuable exposure and development opportunities as she finishes her collegiate career at St. John’s.

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Aguilera’s Four-Goal Masterclass

Jill Aguilera delivered a performance for the ages, scoring four goals across both halves to lead Puerto Rico’s offensive onslaught.

Aguilera’s Goals:

• 4th minute: Header from the center of the box, assisted by Danielle Marcano
• 39th minute: Left-footed strike from the center of the box to the top left corner, assisted by Marcano on a fast break
• 73rd minute: Left-footed shot from outside the box to the bottom right corner (unassisted)
• 78th minute: Right-footed finish from the center of the box to the high center of the goal, assisted by Estefanía González

Aguilera’s four-goal haul showcased her versatility as a finisher—scoring with both feet, her head, from distance, and in close quarters. Her movement off the ball and positioning in the box proved too much for St. Lucia’s defense to handle.

The forward played the full 90 minutes, registering 75 touches, completing 41 passes with 58.5% accuracy, delivering 10 crosses (50% accuracy), and creating three chances for teammates. Aguilera took 11 shots (6 on target), with 7 inside the box and 4 from distance. Her work rate and attacking threat never diminished throughout the match.

First-Half Dominance

Puerto Rico wasted no time asserting control, racing to a 4-0 halftime lead with clinical finishing and relentless pressure.

First-Half Goals:

• 4′ – Jill Aguilera (1-0): Header assisted by Danielle Marcano
• 12′ – Danielle Marcano (2-0): Left-footed shot to the top left corner, assisted by Kennedy García
• 18′ – Jailene DeJesus (3-0): Right-footed finish from the right side of the box
• 39′ – Jill Aguilera (4-0): Left-footed strike assisted by Marcano on a counter-attack

Puerto Rico dominated possession (68%), registered 19 shots on target, and won 11 corners in the opening 45 minutes. St. Lucia managed zero shots on target and struggled to establish any offensive rhythm against Puerto Rico’s high press.

Second-Half Surge

Puerto Rico continued their dominance after the break, adding three more goals to complete the rout.

Second-Half Goals:

• 64′ – Cristina Torres (5-0): Left-footed finish from very close range, assisted by Jaydah Bedoya
• 73′ – Jill Aguilera (6-0): Left-footed strike from outside the box (unassisted)
• 78′ – Jill Aguilera (7-0): Right-footed finish assisted by Estefanía González

Head coach Nat González made several substitutions at halftime, including bringing on Cristina Torres, Estefanía González, and Jaydah Bedoya for Jailene DeJesus, Verónica García, and Kennedy García. The fresh legs maintained Puerto Rico’s intensity and attacking threat throughout the second half.

Group A Standings

Puerto Rico sits in second place with a perfect record (1-0-0) and a +7 goal difference, trailing only Mexico’s +14 goal difference from their dominant 14-0 opening victory. The US Virgin Islands also earned 3 points with a 2-0 victory. St. Lucia remains winless after two matches with a -9 goal difference, while St. Vincent & Grenadines suffered a heavy 14-0 defeat to Mexico in their opening match.

Puerto Rico’s strong goal difference positions them well for advancement as the tournament continues.

Statistical Dominance

Puerto Rico’s superiority was evident across every statistical category:

Possession and Passing

• Possession: 68% (Puerto Rico) vs. 32% (St. Lucia)
• Passes: 408 (Puerto Rico) vs. 204 (St. Lucia)
• Passing Accuracy:81.4% (Puerto Rico) vs. 54.9% (St. Lucia)
• Passing Accuracy in Opponents’ Half: 73.3% (Puerto Rico) vs. 34.2% (St. Lucia)
• Long Passes: 57 (Puerto Rico) vs. 50 (St. Lucia)

Attacking Statistics

• Shots: 42 (Puerto Rico) vs. 1 (St. Lucia)
• Shots on Target: 19 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0 (St. Lucia)
• Shots Inside the Box: 31 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0 (St. Lucia)
• Shots Outside the Box: 11 (Puerto Rico) vs. 1 (St. Lucia)
• Shooting Accuracy: 45.2% (Puerto Rico) vs. 0.0% (St. Lucia)
• Blocked Shots: 9 (Puerto Rico) vs. 1 (St. Lucia)
• Corners: 11 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0 (St. Lucia)
• Crosses: 30 (Puerto Rico) vs. 1 (St. Lucia)
• Crossing Accuracy: 53.3% (Puerto Rico) vs. 0.0% (St. Lucia)
• Expected Goals (xG): 4.15 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0.29 (St. Lucia)

Defensive Statistics

• Tackles: 16 (Puerto Rico) vs. 33 (St. Lucia)
• Tackle Success Rate: 56.3% (Puerto Rico) vs. 60.6% (St. Lucia)
• Tackles Won: 9 (Puerto Rico) vs. 20 (St. Lucia)
• Duels Won: 46 (Puerto Rico) vs. 45 (St. Lucia)
• Clearances: 8 (Puerto Rico) vs. 35 (St. Lucia)
• Interceptions: 16 (Puerto Rico) vs. 8 (St. Lucia)
• Aerial Duels Won: 88.9% (Puerto Rico) vs. 11.1% (St. Lucia)

Discipline

• Fouls Won: 9 (Puerto Rico) vs. 8 (St. Lucia)
• Fouls Conceded: 6 (Puerto Rico) vs. 10 (St. Lucia)
• Yellow Cards: 0 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0 (St. Lucia)
• Red Cards: 0 (Puerto Rico) vs. 0 (St. Lucia)
• Offsides: 5 (Puerto Rico) vs. 2 (St. Lucia)

Goalkeeping

Renala Francis (St. Lucia): 19 shots faced, 12 saves, 4 crosses claimed.

C. Roque (Puerto Rico): Minimal action; clean sheet preserved

Puerto Rico’s 42 shots represented complete offensive control, with goalkeeper Renala Francis making 12 crucial saves to keep the scoreline from becoming even more lopsided. St. Lucia managed just one shot all match (from distance by Arnicka Louis) and failed to register a single shot on target or corner kick.

Key Performers

Jill Aguilera (Puerto Rico): Four goals on a dominant attacking display; 75 touches, 41 passes (58.5% accuracy), 10 crosses (50% accuracy), 11 shots (6 on target), 3 chances created; showcased finishing ability with both feet and her head; constant threat throughout 90 minutes.

Danielle Marcano (Puerto Rico): Two goals and two assists; 54 touches, 30 passes (86.7% accuracy), 6 shots (5 on target), 5 chances created; orchestrated attacks from midfield; provided service and finished chances with quality.

Jailene DeJesus (Puerto Rico): Goal in the 18th minute; 16 touches, 12 passes (83.3% accuracy), 2 shots (both on target) in 45 minutes; represented St. John’s University and local Puerto Rican talent with distinction.

Estefanía González (Puerto Rico): One assist and 4 chances created in 45 minutes; 35 touches, 20 passes (90% accuracy), 3 shots (1 on target), 3 fouls won; maintained attacking pressure after halftime substitution.

Maria Tapia (Puerto Rico): One assist and 4 chances created; 50 touches, 23 passes (69.6% accuracy), 5 crosses (100% accuracy), 4 shots (all inside the box), 2 fouls won; key playmaker in midfield.

Cristina Torres (Puerto Rico): Substitute goal in the 64th minute; 39 touches, 18 passes (77.8% accuracy), 2 shots (1 on target), 4 chances created, 12 duels (6 won) in 45 minutes; maintained attacking pressure in the second half.

Jaydah Bedoya (Puerto Rico): One assist in 45 minutes; 33 touches, 13 passes (76.9% accuracy), 2 shots (1 on target), 3 chances created, 4 tackles (3 won), 10 duels (5 won); energetic second-half performance.

Renala Francis (St. Lucia): Made 12 saves from 19 shots faced and claimed 4 crosses to prevent an even larger margin of defeat; 59 touches, 38 passes (57.9% accuracy); faced relentless pressure throughout the match.

Racquel John (St. Lucia): Team-high 90 minutes, 61 touches, 26 passes (57.7% accuracy), 13 tackles (10 won), 20 duels (14 won), 11 clearances, 2 interceptions; defensive leader who battled throughout.

Individual Player Statistics- Puerto Rico

Shooting Leaders

• Jill Aguilera: 11 shots (6 on target), 4 goals
• Danielle Marcano: 6 shots (5 on target), 1 goal
• Kennedy García: 4 shots (2 on target)
• Maria Tapia: 4 shots (all inside the box)
• Caitlin Cosme: 3 shots (2 inside, 1 outside)

Defensive Leaders

• Jaydah Bedoya: 4 tackles (3 won), 10 duels (5 won), 1 interception
• Madison Cox: 2 tackles (2 won), 7 duels (6 won), 5 clearances, 4 interceptions
• Maria Tapia: 2 tackles (1 won), 14 duels (6 won), 1 interception
• Cristina Torres: 2 tackles (1 won), 12 duels (6 won), 1 interception
• Amber DiOrio: 2 tackles, 5 duels (2 won), 2 interceptions

Top Performers (Minutes Played)

• Jill Aguilera: 90 minutes, 75 touches
• Danielle Marcano: 90 minutes, 54 touches
• Estefanía González (starter): 90 minutes, 52 touches
• Amber DiOrio: 81 minutes, 73 touches
• Maria Tapia: 70 minutes, 50 touches

Passing Leaders

• Caitlin Cosme: 54 passes, 87.0% accuracy
• Madison Cox: 47 passes, 89.4% accuracy, 1 chance created
• Amber DiOrio: 45 passes, 91.1% accuracy, 2 chances created
• Jill Aguilera: 41 passes, 58.5% accuracy, 3 chances created
• Estefanía González (starter): 38 passes, 89.5% accuracy, 4 chances created

Chance Creation Leaders

• Danielle Marcano: 5 chances created, 2 assists
• Maria Tapia: 4 chances created, 1 assist
• Estefanía González (starter): 4 chances created, 1 assist
• Cristina Torres: 4 chances created

Individual Player Statistics- St. Lucia

Defensive Leaders

• Racquel John: 13 tackles (10 won), 20 duels (14 won), 11 clearances, 2 interceptions
• Jasmine Auguste: 4 tackles (3 won), 14 duels (7 won), 3 clearances, 1 interception
• Krysan St. Louis: 3 tackles (1 won), 7 duels (3 won)
• Shamalyn Albert: 2 tackles (1 won), 3 duels (2 won), 5 clearances, 1 interception

Top Performers

• Racquel John: 90 minutes, 61 touches, 26 passes (57.7% accuracy), 13 tackles (10 won)
• Renala Francis (GK): 90 minutes, 59 touches, 38 passes (57.9% accuracy), 12 saves, 4 crosses claimed
• Jasmine Auguste: 90 minutes, 58 touches, 21 passes (38.1% accuracy), 4 tackles (3 won)

Match Officials and Venue

• Referee: Odette Hamilton
• Venue: Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel, Bayamón, Puerto Rico
• Kickoff: 6:30 PM AST
• Attendance: [Not reported]

Lineups

Puerto Rico Starting XI: GK: C. Roque (12)DEF: A. DiOrio (16), C. Cosme (3), M. Cox (5), V. García (2)MID: M. Tapia (6), E. González (13), J. Aguilera (14)FWD: J. DeJesus (10), K. García (15), D. Marcano (7)

Key Substitutes: J. Bedoya (21), C. Torres (11), E. González (19), A. McMahon (8), M. Nieves-Melchor (22)

St. Lucia Starting XI: GK: R. Francis (16)DEF: J. Auguste (18), J. Wallace (22), R. John (6), A. Louis (7)MID: K. Ince (5), A. Mitchell (19), T. Fanis (8), K. Lionel (2)FWD: S. Albert (9), K. St. Louis (15)

Key Substitutes: H. Samuel (11), E. Marquis (20), B. Moncherry (4), H. Jones (12)

Match Highlights

• 4′: Aguilera opens the scoring with a header
• 12′: Marcano doubles lead with clinical finish
• 18′: DeJesus scores for Puerto Rico, showcasing St. John’s talent
• 39′: Aguilera completes first-half brace on counter-attack
• 54′: Aguilera hits the crossbar with a powerful strike
• 64′: Torres extends lead to 5-0
• 73′: Aguilera completes hat-trick with long-range effort
• 78′: Aguilera scores fourth goal to complete dominant performance

Looking Ahead

The comprehensive victory provides Puerto Rico with valuable momentum as they continue their women’s national team development. The performance demonstrated the depth of talent available, with contributions from collegiate players like Jailene DeJesus and established stars like Jill Aguilera.

Puerto Rico’s second-place position in Group A, tied on points with Mexico and the US Virgin Islands but separated by goal difference, sets up crucial upcoming matches as they seek to advance in the tournament.

For St. Lucia, the match highlighted areas for improvement as they continue building their women’s program. Despite the lopsided scoreline, goalkeeper Renala Francis showed resilience with 12 saves, and defender Racquel John battled tirelessly with 13 tackles and 20 duels won. St. Lucia will need to regroup quickly after suffering two consecutive defeats.

Puerto Rico’s attacking prowess, passing accuracy (81.4%), and defensive organization suggest a bright future for the program as they continue competing at the international level.

Match Summary

• Final Score: Puerto Rico 7-0 St. Lucia
• Halftime: Puerto Rico 4-0 St. Lucia
• Date: December 1, 2025
• Venue: Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel, Bayamón, Puerto Rico
• Competition: Group A
• Referee: Odette Hamilton

Goalscorers:

• Jill Aguilera (4′, 39′, 73′, 78′)
• Danielle Marcano (12′)
• Jailene DeJesus (18′)
• Cristina Torres (64′)

Cards: None issued

Puerto Rico’s women’s national team delivered a statement performance with a 7-0 victory over St. Lucia, featuring a goal from local star Jailene DeJesus and a four-goal masterclass from Jill Aguilera, with St. John’s coach Ian Stone praising DeJesus’ development and bright future.