Honduras Becomes First Nation to Announce Final World Cup Squad
Honduras national team coach Fernando Suárez has taken the lead ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first manager to reveal his final 23-man squad for the tournament. With just five weeks remaining before the competition kicks off on June 12, Suárez has opted not to wait, aiming to give his players ample time to prepare.
Of the 23 players selected, 13 ply their trade abroad, reflecting a squad with a mix of international experience and domestic talent. The team will gather for their pre-tournament training camp starting May 12 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Honduras’ preparation includes a series of friendly matches designed to test their mettle against varied opposition. They will face Turkey on May 29 in Washington, meet Israel on June 1 in Houston, and wrap up their warm-up fixtures against England on June 6 in Miami. These matches will serve as key indicators of the squad’s readiness for the World Cup.
Drawn into a competitive Group E, Honduras will face France, Ecuador, and Switzerland in the group stage of the tournament. It will be a challenging path, but Suárez is confident that early preparation and squad unity can give his side a fighting chance.
Meanwhile, all 32 nations qualified for the World Cup are required to submit a preliminary list of 30 players to FIFA by May 13, with final 23-man squads to be confirmed no later than June 2. By naming his squad early, Suárez has given his team a head start — and sent a clear message of intent.
With focus and preparation now underway, Honduras will be hoping to make an impact on the global stage this summer in Brazil.
