CHARLOTTE, NC (February 12, 2026) – The Puerto Rico Women’s National Team has called up Carolina Ascent FC defender Jill Aguilera, goalkeeper Sydney Martinez, and forward Maria Tapia for the nation’s upcoming CONCACAF qualifying matches.
Puerto Rico will take on Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on February 27 before facing the U.S. Virgin Islands on March 5.
All three players were also selected for Puerto Rico’s previous qualifier in December, a 7–0 victory over St. Lucia. Aguilera delivered a standout performance with four goals, while Tapia recorded an assist.
Puerto Rico currently sits second in Group A, trailing Mexico on goal differential. The two sides are set to meet in the final group-stage match on April 18.
Aguilera has earned 10 international caps and scored 10 goals. Tapia receives her second senior national team call-up, while Martinez has made eight appearances for Puerto Rico.
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