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References
- ↑ FIFA.com. "Cayman Islands - Association Information". FIFA.com. Archived from the original on 29 June 2015.
- ↑ "Grenada Football Association". www.grenadafa.com. Retrieved 10 August 2019.
- ↑ "Cayman Islands - e. McLean - Profile with news, career statistics and history - Soccerway".
- ↑ "McLean out as national coach – Cayman Sports Buzz". caymansportsbuzz.com. 5 December 2018. Retrieved 6 December 2018.
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