Results

North & Central America - World Cup Qualifying 06/11 00:00 5 [2] Panama v Nicaragua [1] L 3-0
North & Central America - World Cup Qualifying 06/07 02:00 4 [1] Nicaragua v Guyana [3] W 1-0
CONCACAF Gold Cup Qualifying 03/26 00:30 14 Nicaragua v Guadeloupe L 0-1
CONCACAF Gold Cup Qualifying 03/22 00:00 14 Guadeloupe v Nicaragua L 1-0
CONCACAF Nations League 10/15 01:00 4 [3] Nicaragua v French Guiana [6] W 3-2
CONCACAF Nations League 10/11 02:00 3 [2] Nicaragua v Boavista RJ [2] L 0-2
CONCACAF Nations League 09/10 20:00 2 [3] Cuba v Nicaragua [2] D 1-1
CONCACAF Nations League 09/06 19:00 1 French Guiana v Nicaragua W 0-1
North & Central America - World Cup Qualifying 06/09 00:00 2 [3] Belize v Nicaragua [1] W 0-4
North & Central America - World Cup Qualifying 06/06 02:00 1 Nicaragua v Montserrat W 4-1
International Match 05/27 00:00 - Guatemala v Nicaragua D 1-1
International Match 03/27 01:00 - Nicaragua v Cuba L 0-1

Stats

 TotalHomeAway
Matches played 8 4 4
Wins 3 2 1
Draws 1 0 1
Losses 4 2 2
Goals for 6 4 2
Goals against 10 5 5
Clean sheets 2 1 1
Failed to score 4 2 2

The Nicaragua national football team (Spanish: Selección de fútbol de Nicaragua) represents Nicaragua in men's international football and is controlled by the Federación Nicaragüense de Fútbol (English: Nicaraguan Football Federation). Nicaragua achieved their first qualification into a major international competition in 2009, as they qualified for the 2009 Gold Cup as the last entrant from Central America, after a 2–0 victory against Guatemala in the fifth place match in the 2009 Nations Cup. However, the team has never qualified for the FIFA World Cup.

Due to American influence throughout the country's history, baseball has more of a following as both a pursuit and spectator event in Nicaragua than football.

History

Nicaragua traveled to El Salvador for their first ever international, losing 9–0 to the hosts on 1 May 1929. They did not play another match for over twelve years, until the qualifying group for the 1941 CCCF Championship in Costa Rica. They lost all 4 games: 7–2 to the hosts Costa Rica on 10 May, 8–0 to El Salvador on 13 May, 9–1 to the Netherlands Antilles on 15 May and 5–2 to Panama on 18 May. Therefore, Nicaragua finished bottom of the group and did not make the final group.

Recent times

After qualifying for the 2019 Gold Cup on the back of finishing ninth in Nations League qualifying, they would go on to finish bottom of the group with losses to Costa Rica, Haiti and Bermuda.

Nicaragua qualified directly for the 2023 Gold Cup and was promoted to Nations League A as group winners in Nations League B but was disqualified on 12 June 2023 for fielding an ineligible player. As a result, they were replaced in the Gold Cup and League A by Trinidad and Tobago, who was the best second-place team overall in League B and must stay in Nations League B.

The Nicaragua national soccer team, often referred to simply as "Nicaragua," represents the country in international soccer competitions. Governed by the Nicaraguan Football Federation (Federación Nicaragüense de Fútbol), the team has a rich history that reflects the passion and resilience of Nicaraguan sports culture.

Nicaragua's colors are typically blue and white, symbolizing the nation's flag, and the team's crest features elements that represent national pride. The players are known for their tenacity and skill, often showcasing a blend of traditional Latin American flair and tactical discipline on the field.

The team competes in various tournaments, including the CONCACAF Gold Cup and World Cup qualifiers, striving to make its mark on the international stage. Nicaragua has produced several talented players who have gone on to play in leagues around the world, contributing to the growth of soccer in the country.

Fans of the Nicaragua national team are known for their unwavering support, filling stadiums with energy and enthusiasm during matches. The team's journey is not just about winning; it embodies the spirit of unity and hope for a brighter future through the beautiful game. As Nicaragua continues to develop its soccer program, the team aims to inspire the next generation of players and elevate the nation's presence in the world of soccer.