Gibraltar women's national football team
| Nickname | The Rockettes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Association | Gibraltar Football Association | ||
| Confederation | UEFA (Europe) | ||
| Head coach | Stella Gotal | ||
| Captain | Shania Robba | ||
| Most caps | Joelle Gilbert (20) | ||
| Top scorer | Joelle Gilbert (6) | ||
| Home stadium | Europa Point Stadium Victoria Stadium | ||
| FIFA code | GIB | ||
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| FIFA ranking | |||
| Current | 189 4 (11 December 2025)[1] | ||
| Highest | 185 (December 2024 – June 2025) | ||
| Lowest | 189 (December 2025 – Present) | ||
| First international | |||
| Unofficial : Gibraltar 0–1 Andorra (Gibraltar; 1 July 2014) Official : Liechtenstein 4–1 Gibraltar (Ruggell, Liechtenstein; 24 June 2021) | |||
| Biggest win | |||
| Gibraltar 1–0 Liechtenstein (Gibraltar; 26 November 2021) | |||
| Biggest defeat | |||
| Gibraltar 0–12 Hungary (Gibraltar; 5 September 2022) | |||
The Gibraltar women's national football team represents the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar in international women's football. The Gibraltar Football Association is a member of UEFA and FIFA, and is yet to field a women's team in FIFA Women's World Cup or UEFA Women's Championship qualification. However they entered the UEFA Women's Nations League for the first time in the 2025 edition, marking their first official competitive tournament, which will lead to them entering qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Prior to this, the team had largely been restricted to appearances at the biennial Island Games football tournaments, first appearing in the 2011 edition.
History
Women's football is still in its infancy in Gibraltar, with only three teams participating in the Gibraltar Women's Football League in the 2018–19 season. However it has grown with 5 teams competing in 2021–22. In 2014, Gibraltar hosted a women's development tournament organised by UEFA, losing 1–0 in its first game to Andorra.[2] The side lost all three games, against Andorra, Luxembourg and an Algarve XI.[3] However, as a development tournament, these games are not recognised as full internationals.
Since then, Gibraltar's involvement in UEFA-sanctioned women's football has been limited to sending under-16 girls' teams to participate in development tournaments, most recently in Malta in 2019.[4] In June 2021 the team made their debut in a full international, in a 4–1 defeat to Liechtenstein.[5]
Since 2011 the Gibraltar women's team has taken part in the Island Games, and the players have yet to take part in a UEFA Women's Championship since their FA's admission into the organisation. However, in November 2021 it was announced that an under-19 team would be formed and entered into qualification for the 2023 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship.[6]
Gibraltar did not enter the inaugural UEFA Women's Nations League.[7] However, they joined for the first time in October 2024, ahead of the 2025 edition, marking the women's team's first official competitive international tournament.[8][9]
Results and fixtures
The following is a list of match results in the last 12 months, as well as any future matches that have been scheduled.
- Legend
Win Draw Lose Fixture
2025
| 4 April 2025 UEFA Women's Nations League C | Gibraltar | 0–8 | Slovakia | Europa Point, Gibraltar |
| 19:00 | Report |
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Stadium: Europa Point Stadium Attendance: 583 Referee: Kristina Georgieva (Bulgaria) |
| 8 April 2025 UEFA Women's Nations League C | Faroe Islands | 5–0 | Gibraltar | Tórshavn, Faroe Islands |
| 18:00 (17:00 WET) |
|
Report | Stadium: Tórsvøllur Attendance: 528 Referee: Teresa Oliveira (Portugal) |
| 30 May 2025 UEFA Women's Nations League C | Slovakia | 11–0 | Gibraltar | Prešov, Slovakia |
| 17:00 |
|
Report | Stadium: Futbal Tatran Arena Attendance: 3,814 Referee: Eirini Pingiou (Greece) |
| 3 June 2025 UEFA Women's Nations League C | Gibraltar | 0–4 | Moldova | Europa Point, Gibraltar |
| 19:00 | Report | Stadium: Europa Point Stadium Attendance: 405 Referee: Tjaša Misja (Slovenia) |
| 22 October 2025 International friendly | Andorra | 2–0 | Gibraltar | Andorra la Vella, Andorra |
| 16:00 | Stadium: Estadi Nacional |
| 25 October 2025 International friendly | Andorra | 3–1 | Gibraltar | Encamp, Andorra |
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Stadium: Estadi de la FAF |
2026
| 3 March 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Kosovo | 6–0 | Gibraltar | Prishtina, Kosovo |
| 17:00 | Report | Stadium: Fadil Vokrri Stadium Attendance: 100 Referee: Oxana Cruc (Moldova) |
| 7 March 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Gibraltar | 0–5 | Bulgaria | Europa Point, Gibraltar |
| 19:00 | Report | Stadium: Europa Point Stadium Referee: Laura Mauricio (Switzerland) |
| 14 April 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Gibraltar | v | Croatia | Europa Point, Gibraltar |
| Report | Stadium: Europa Point Stadium |
| 18 April 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Croatia | v | Gibraltar | Croatia |
| Report |
| 5 June 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Bulgaria | v | Gibraltar | Bulgaria |
| Report |
| 9 June 2026 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification | Gibraltar | v | Kosovo | Europa Point, Gibraltar |
| Report | Stadium: Europa Point Stadium |
Head-to-head record
The following table shows Gibraltar's all-time international record.
- As of 7 March 2026
- FIFA official "A" matches only
| Opponent | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Win % | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 17 | −12 | 0.00 | 2022 | 2025 |
| Bulgaria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | −5 | 0.00 | 2026 | 2026 |
| Faroe Islands | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | −7 | 0.00 | 2022 | 2025 |
| Hungary | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | −12 | 0.00 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Kosovo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | −6 | 0.00 | 2026 | 2026 |
| Liechtenstein | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 13 | −5 | 16.67 | 2021 | 2024 |
| Moldova | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | −5 | 0.00 | 2025 | 2025 |
| Panama | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | −7 | 0.00 | 2023 | 2023 |
| Slovakia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 19 | −19 | 0.00 | 2025 | 2025 |
| Total | 22 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 13 | 91 | −78 | 4.55 | 2021 | 2026 |
- Unofficial match record
| Opponent | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Win % | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algarve FA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | −2 | 0.00 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Andorra | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | −1 | 0.00 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Gotland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | −3 | 0.00 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Greenland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | −8 | 0.00 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Hitra Municipality | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | −6 | 0.00 | 2011 | 2017 |
| Isle of Man | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 17 | −15 | 0.00 | 2011 | 2019 |
| Isle of Wight | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | −7 | 0.00 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Jersey | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 12 | −10 | 0.00 | 2017 | 2019 |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | −3 | 0.00 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Western Isles | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 10 | −10 | 0.00 | 2015 | 2019 |
| Total | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 70 | −65 | 0.00 | 2011 | 2019 |
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff
- As of 11 September 2025
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Manager history
Managers before 2019 are unknown. Matches before 2021 are not recognised by FIFA.
- Up to date as of 3 March 2026
| Manager | Nationality | Gibraltar career | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Cummings | 2019 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 0.00 | |
| Janssen Olivero | 2020–2023 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 26 | 14.29 | |
| Scott Wiseman | 2023–2025 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 49 | 0.00 | |
| Stella Gotal | 2025– | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 0.00 |
Players
Current squad
The following players have been called up to the squad for the following 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifiers:[10]
- Match date: 3 and 7 March 2026
- Opposition: Kosovo and Bulgaria
- Caps and goals correct as of: 9 March 2026, after the match against Bulgaria.
| No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Caitlin Robba | 19 December 2001 | 10 | 0 | Mons Calpe |
| 23 | GK | Akisha Ferrell | 29 January 2002 | 1 | 0 | Free agent |
| 13 | GK | Jaylene Gaivizo | 26 February 2003 | 0 | 0 | Lynx |
| 3 | DF | Charlyann Pizzarello | 12 September 1997 | 20 | 1 | Lynx |
| 2 | DF | Talia Gilbert | 28 April 1997 | 15 | 0 | Lynx |
| 4 | DF | Maya Schilling | 3 October 2007 | 12 | 0 | West Alabama Tigers |
| 5 | DF | Aimee Lawrence | 26 February 2004 | 9 | 1 | University of Central Lancashire |
| DF | Paula Costa | 19 April 2000 | 7 | 0 | Lynx | |
| 22 | DF | Seleen Celecia | 22 April 1998 | 6 | 0 | Lynx |
| 18 | DF | Sarah Popham | 18 April 2006 | 3 | 0 | Loughborough University |
| 14 | DF | Kathryn Rocca | 3 June 1993 | 0 | 0 | Mons Calpe |
| 21 | DF | Esme Cerisola | 21 February 2010 | 0 | 0 | Wallsend BC |
| 8 | MF | Tiffany Viagas | 25 July 2002 | 21 | 2 | Cádiz B |
| 7 | MF | Shania Robba (Captain) | 19 December 2001 | 18 | 2 | Lynx |
| MF | Kayleigh Ferro | 24 July 2001 | 16 | 0 | Lynx | |
| 6 | MF | Tiana Borrell | 29 October 1998 | 13 | 0 | Lynx |
| 12 | MF | Julia Lima | 10 November 2008 | 7 | 0 | Lynx |
| 20 | MF | Mara Todoran | 3 April 2006 | 7 | 0 | Wallsend BC |
| 16 | MF | Evelyn Bush | 23 October 2008 | 3 | 0 | Solihull Moors |
| 15 | MF | Anna Howard | 26 April 2006 | 2 | 0 | Cardiff Met. Ladies |
| 10 | FW | Joelle Gilbert (Vice-captain) | 9 September 1999 | 22 | 6 | Lynx |
| 9 | FW | Naomi Victor | 15 August 1998 | 21 | 0 | Cádiz B |
| 11 | FW | Nicole Nash | 15 September 2007 | 9 | 0 | Mons Calpe |
| 17 | FW | Caitlin Chapman | 3 July 2003 | 9 | 0 | The New Saints |
| 19 | FW | Macey Twigger | 13 July 2010 | 0 | 0 | GFA Girls |
Recent call-ups
The following players have been called up to the Gibraltar squad in the past 12 months.
| Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GK | Gianna Grech | 0 | 0 | Lynx | Training camp, November 2025 | |
| GK | Brooke Williams-Owen | 20 May 2009 | 4 | 0 | Sheffield United | Training camp, November 2025WD |
| GK | Chelsea Grech | 24 July 1999 | 1 | 0 | College 1975 | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| DF | Arianne Parody | 0 | 0 | Mons Calpe | Training camp, November 2025 | |
| DF | Andrya Rowbottom | 29 March 1992 | 12 | 0 | Linense FCB | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| DF | Alexandra Ambrosio | 7 December 1997 | 7 | 0 | Mons Calpe | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| DF | Natasha Escalona | 21 November 2006 | 1 | 0 | Linense FCB | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| DF | Kylie Duarte | 1 September 2005 | 1 | 0 | Lynx | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| DF | Chantal Segui | 0 | 0 | Lynx | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 | |
| DF | Keshia Doody | 23 November 1988 | 6 | 0 | College 1975 | Training camp, December 2024 |
| DF | Josie Cummings | 16 October 1998 | 6 | 0 | Mons Calpe | v. Andorra, 26 October 2024 |
| MF | Beau Reyes | 0 | 0 | Mons Calpe | Training camp, November 2025 | |
| MF | Arianne Parody Mauro | 10 April 1998 | 3 | 0 | Linense FCB | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| MF | Karyn Barnett | 17 November 1983 | 2 | 0 | Mons Calpe | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| MF | Isabella Laguea | 20 July 2000 | 1 | 0 | Free agent | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| MF | Dahlia Salah | 31 May 2001 | 11 | 0 | Linense FCB | v. Faroe Islands, 8 April 2025 |
| MF | Sophia Brinkman | 23 December 2004 | 4 | 0 | AD Villaviciosa de Odón B | v. Faroe Islands, 25 February 2025 |
| MF | Justine Cantos | 24 February 2006 | 0 | 0 | Wirral United | v. Andorra, 26 October 2024 |
| FW | Gianelle Hanglin | 9 January 2003 | 2 | 0 | Mons Calpe | Training camp, November 2025 |
| FW | Mara Alvez | 24 August 2007 | 4 | 0 | Liverpool Feds | Training camp, November 2025 |
| FW | Karima Gracia | 1 | 0 | Mons Calpe | Training camp, November 2025 | |
| FW | Mia Adaway | 19 May 2003 | 0 | 0 | AFC Portchester | v. Andorra, 22 October 2025INJ |
| FW | Isabella Rodriguez | 28 December 2006 | 1 | 0 | Estepona | v. Moldova, 3 June 2025 |
| FW | Reighann Olivero | 21 May 2004 | 13 | 1 | University of Hertfordshire | v. Faroe Islands, 25 February 2025 |
Competitive record
FIFA Women's World Cup
| FIFA Women's World Cup record | Qualification record | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Round | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | P/R | Rnk | |
| 1991–2011 | Team did not exist | Team did not exist | ||||||||||||||
| 2015 | Not a FIFA member | Not a FIFA member | ||||||||||||||
| 2019 | Did not enter | Did not enter | ||||||||||||||
| 2023 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2027 | In progress | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | TBD | ||||||||
| 2031 | To be determined | To be determined | ||||||||||||||
| 2035 | ||||||||||||||||
| Total | 0/3 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | ||
UEFA Women's Euro
| UEFA Women's Championship record | Qualification record | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Round | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | P/R | Rnk | |
| 1984–2009 | Team did not exist | Team did not exist | ||||||||||||||
| 2013 | Not a UEFA member | Not a UEFA member | ||||||||||||||
| 2017 | Did not enter | Did not enter | ||||||||||||||
| 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2025 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2029 | To be determined | To be determined | ||||||||||||||
| Total | 0/4 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | ||
UEFA Women's Nations League
| UEFA Women's Nations League record | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Lg | Gp | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | P/R | Rnk | |
| 2023–24 | Did not enter | |||||||||||
| 2025 | C | 1 | 4th | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 30 | 53 | ||
| Total | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||||
| Promoted at end of season | |
| No movement at end of season | |
| Relegated at end of season | |
| * | Participated in promotion/relegation play-offs |
Island Games
| Year | Round | Position | GP | W | D | L | GS | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1999 | No women's tournament | |||||||
| 2001–2013 | Did not enter | |||||||
| 2015 | Group Stage | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| 2017 | 9th Place Match | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
| 2019 | Replaced by 2019 Inter Games Football Tournament | |||||||
| 2023 | Did not enter | |||||||
| 2025 | ||||||||
| 2027 | To be determined | |||||||
| 2029 | ||||||||
| Total | 2/13 | 0 Titles | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 29 |
Player records
As of 7 March 2026
Most capped
| # | Name | Career | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joelle Gilbert | 2021– | 22 | 6 |
| 2 | Tiffany Viagas | 2021– | 21 | 2 |
| Naomi Victor | 2021– | 21 | 0 | |
| 4 | Charlyann Pizzarello | 2021– | 20 | 1 |
| 5 | Shania Robba | 2021– | 18 | 2 |
| 6 | Kayleigh Ferro | 2021– | 16 | 0 |
| 7 | Talia Gilbert | 2023– | 15 | 0 |
| 8 | Tiana Borrell | 2021– | 13 | 0 |
| Reighann Olivero | 2021–2025 | 13 | 1 | |
| 10 | Maya Schilling | 2024– | 12 | 0 |
Most goals
Players with an equal number of goals are ranked in order of average.
| # | Name | Career | Caps | Goals | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joelle Gilbert | 2021– | 22 | 6 | 0.273 |
| 2 | Shania Robba | 2021– | 18 | 2 | 0.111 |
| Tiffany Viagas | 2021– | 20 | 2 | 0.1 | |
| 4 | Aimee Lawrence | 2024– | 9 | 1 | 0.111 |
| Reighann Olivero | 2021–2025 | 13 | 1 | 0.077 | |
| Charlyann Pizzarello | 2021– | 20 | 1 | 0.05 |
Captains
| # | Player | Career | Captain Caps | Total Caps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shania Robba | 2021– | 12 | 18 |
| 2 | Keshia Doody | 2021– | 4 | 6 |
| 3 | Tiffany Viagas | 2021– | 2 | 21 |
| 4 | Joelle Gilbert | 2021– | 2 | 22 |
| 5 | Alexandra Holt | 2021 | 2 | 2 |
Goalkeepers
| # | Player | Career | Games | Wins | GA | GAA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caitlin Robba | 2024– | 10 | 0 | 45 | 4.5 |
| 2 | Kyrelle Revagliatte | 2021–2024 | 8 | 1 | 33 | 4.125 |
| 3 | Brooke Williams-Owen | 2024– | 4 | 0 | 13 | 3.25 |
| 4 | Chelsea Grech | 2025– | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- ^1 Players in bold are still actively competing and are available for selection
See also
- Sport in Gibraltar
- Football in Gibraltar
- Women's football in Gibraltar
- Football in Gibraltar
- Gibraltar women's national futsal team
- Gibraltar men's national football team
References
- ^ "The FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking". FIFA. 11 December 2025. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ "Andorra take first steps on uphill climb". FIFA.com. 4 April 2017. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
- ^ "UEFA Women's Development Tournament – 30 June to 4 July 2014". Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Football. 3 July 2014. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
- ^ "Women's Under-16 national team to host UEFA Development Tournament". Malta Football. 1 March 2019. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
- ^ Weather literally pours cold water over Gibraltar’s debut in a full international Gibraltar Chronicle. 24 June 2021. Retrieved 25 June 2021.
- ^ Gibraltar U19s to take part in UEFA Women's U19 Championships next year Gibraltar FA. 19 November 2021. Retrieved 26 November 2021
- ^ Decision by GFA not to enter women's national team in a competition is met with discontent Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation. 27 April 2023. Retrieved 31 August 2023
- ^ Gibraltar Women's National Team entered into UEFA Nations League Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation. 22 October 2024. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
- ^ "Gibraltar Women's Football Gets Major Boost with Entry into Nations League". Gibraltar Chronicle. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
- ^ Gibraltar Women’s National Team squad confirmed for March international Gibraltar FA. 17 February 2026. Retrieved 17 February 2026.
External links
- Gibraltar Football Association Archived 2018-08-27 at the Wayback Machine (in English)