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Former Trinidad and Tobago National Senior Team captain and Atlanta United FC forward Kenwyne Jones and Minnesota United midfield ace Kevin Molino are both set to return to international action next week, after being named in a 26-man squad to face Panama and Mexico in Russia 2018 World Cup qualifying action at the Hasely Crawford Stadium on 24 and 28 March respectively.
Jones and Molino will be joined by 11 more foreign-based players, including Seattle Sounders left wing back Joevin Jones, KC Krylia Sovetov defender Sheldon Bateau and teenaged AZ Alkmaar attacker Levi Garcia.
Defence Force striker Jamille Boatswain keeps his place in the team—after his double in a 2-0 friendly win over Barbados on 10 March—while Central FC midfielder Leston Paul, San Jabloteh winger Nathan Lewis and Defence Force defender Curtis Gonzales also won picks into the final squad alongside regular faces like Central custodian Jan-Michael Williams, W Connection playmaker Hughtun Hector and unattached defender Daneil Cyrus.
Although there were no major surprises in the first competitive squad selected by rookie head coach Dennis Lawrence, Mexico-based striker Shahdon Winchester and Yohance Marshall, who both represent second division team Murcielagos FC alongside attacking midfielder Jomal Williams, might feel desperately unlucky to miss out.
Winchester scored a hattrick in his last outing for the Soca Warriors, which was a 4-3 loss Gold Cup qualifying loss to Haiti in January.
And Marshall, who scored a stoppage time equaliser in Trinidad and Tobago’s memorable 4-4 draw with Mexico at the 2013 Gold Cup, might wonder how he missed out despite being a regular player for a Mexican outfit—particularly when six of the nine defenders selected are in their pre-season or off-season.
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San Jose Earthquakes winger Cordell Cato has also not featured at all this season and was not even the bench for his team’s last outing while defensive midfielder Kevan George and full back Aubrey David are still in their pre-season preparation with United States NASL team, Jacksonville Armada, and Finland club, PS Kemi, respectively.
Lawrence claimed his overseas contacts vouched for the fitness of his foreign-based players although he further suggested that playing time was one criteria used in his squad selection.
“With assessing the overseas based players, one of the things that was important was finding out how much game time they’ve been getting at the moment and their physical condition,” Lawrence told the TTFA Media, “because obviously the boys that play in the MLS, their season is only two games in.
“We managed, by use of our contacts in the US, to speak to some of the personnel at the clubs and get physical data on the players which helped us a lot because we knew what physical condition they were in coming into our camp. It all then came back down to what I want to do and what I think is best for the team and we made the selection based on that.”
Lawrence’s job might not have been helped by fact that the local Pro League ended a month ago either, although he kept a local squad together in constant training.
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India-based striker Willis Plaza could certainly claim to have earned his ticket home after banging in 12 goals in seven games for East Bengal while Radanfah Abu Bakr (FK Sūduva—Lithuania), Khaleem Hyland, Bateau, Garcia and Joevin have featured regularly enough for their clubs.
But Lawrence, as with his selection of off-colour Central midfielder Keron Cummings to face Barbados, might have already hinted that he considers the individual attributes of his players before he looks at their form.
“We had to try and incorporate the players from abroad so we had to select based on the positions that were needed and required for what I want to do,” said Lawrence. “In the end we put together a group that will give us the best possible chance of getting the result against Panama.”
That meant a recall for Kenwyne who is yet to start for new MLS franchise, Atlanta, and played a combined 13 minutes of their two games so far before this weekend’s fixtures.
Kenwyne was symbolically dropped by former head coach Tom Saintfiet on the grounds that he was not mobile enough to lead the line.
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However, Saintfiet’s verdict always seemed to be have more than a tinge of political self-interest since the former England Premier League player was not even available to represent his country at the time. And, ironically, Saintfiet’s team often resorted to sending lanky central defender, Abu Bakr, upfront and punting long balls towards him.
Jones has enjoyed a love/hate relationship with local fans for years.
He scored 15 goals from his first 30 matches under coach Stephen Hart and played a key role in the Soca Warriors’ successive Gold Cup quarterfinal berths in 2013 and 2015 and buried a brilliant volley in a 2-1 away win over Guatemala that helped take his squad into the CONCACAF Hex.
However, in 2016, Jones’ only goal from five matches in 2016 came in a 6-0 home win over St Vincent and the Grenadines and his poor form coincided with a dip in results for Trinidad and Tobago, which ultimately contributed to Hart’s dismissal.
Molino’s role in the Warriors’ poor 2016 run was even less savoury as he was twice disciplined and subsequently suspended from the team for breaching internal rules—he allegedly broke curfew to party on at least two occasions.
The skilful former FIFA Under-17 and Under-20 player remained every bit as treasured off the island as his move from Orlando City to newly promoted Minnesota United at a cost of US$650,000 set a new MLS transfer record.
Atlanta defeated Minnesota 6-1.
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It has not been all roses for Molino in Minnesota though, as his new employers set a less flattering record for the worst start in franchise history after losing 5-1 and 6-1 in their opening two matches. Molino contributed one successful penalty for the club to date.
Seattle play New York Red Bulls tonight while Colorado Rapids face Minnesota, Atlanta tackle Chicago Fire and San Jose Earthquakes take on Sporting Kansas City.
In Europe, Garcia suffered from the typical second season blues but bounced back to regain his starting position for Eredivisie club, AZ Alkmaar, in the Netherlands. He started in four of AZ’s last five games, during which time he scored his lone goal this season in a 7-1 hammering administered by France giants, Lyon, in a UEFA Europa League contest.
Lawrence claimed that he expects the local-based players to set the tone when his combined squad hits the training ground this week.
“The players that worked with me locally had a head start on the players that were abroad because I had more contact time with them,” said the Warriors coach, “and I think a lot of them understand exactly what we are trying to do, which I believe was important.
Lawrence was without assistant coach Stern John, who lost his daughter, Nikela, to a tragic mishap on the eve of the game.
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“I think in this case it’s going to be the other way around where the local players are going to be the ones leading. And I am hoping the players that come from abroad can just come in and it will be easier for them to integrate with the local players and [learn from] their knowledge of what has been happening in the preparations so far and it should help us to gel together for the game.”
Tickets for the Panama and Mexico contests, which both kick off from 7pm at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, are available for TT$350 (covered) and TT$200 (uncovered) from March 18 to match day.
(Trinidad and Tobago 26-member squad)
Goalkeepers: Marvin Phillip (Morvant Caledonia United), Jan-Michael Williams (Central FC), Glenroy Samuel (Unattached);
Defenders: Carlos Edwards (Unattached), Alvin Jones, Tristan Hodge (W Connection), Aubrey David (PS Kemi—Finland), Daneil Cyrus (Unattached), Radanfah Abu Bakr (FK Sūduva—Lithuania), Curtis Gonzales (Defence Force), Sheldon Bateau (KC Krylia Sovetov—Russia), Mekeil Williams (Colorado Rapids—USA);
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Midfielders: Andre Boucaud (Dagenham & Redbridge—England), Khaleem Hyland (KV Westerlo—Belgium), Kevan George (Jacksonville Armada—USA), Hughtun Hector (W Connection), Leston Paul (Central FC);
Attacking midfielders: Cordell Cato (San Jose Earthquakes—USA), Nathan Lewis (San Juan Jabloteh), Hashim Arcia (Defence Force), Kevin Molino (Minnesota United—USA), Joevin Jones (Seattle Sounders—USA), Levi Garcia (AZ Alkmaar—Netherlands);
Forwards: Kenwyne Jones (Atlanta United FC—USA), Willis Plaza (East Bengal—India), Jamille Boatswain (Defence Force).
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Let us keep it positive ppl let us come out in our numbers and support the team please
Red White And Black all the way
Cmon Ataulla Guerra… Force your way back into the squad!
Yeah
Tulla is having a very good pre-season with Charleston Battery.
I didn’t think it made sense making a case for him as his team is in pre season. But based on what I’m seeing in the squad, I think Guerra has a strong case to be in that 26.
But dem Pro League men not in any season, and man like Cato not even making Earthquakes matchday roster.
I must admit I am very pleased. Excellent selection. I would have been disappointed if Kenwyne Jones was not selected, I know his importance on this team. I hope those complaining about Jones coming to support the team. Panama, Mexico look out we coming hard. MISS IT YUH MAD AH WHA!!!!
Coach Lawrence you leave out Jomal ” Bebo ” Williams! That’s our future there l now is d time to include such
The coach knows who he wants for his style of football. Let him do his thing.
Respect that Azeem Aleem Manshoor! But I think he’s versatile enough to adapt!
I think thats why he brought cordel cato to fill back that gap
hahahahaaha Them really good yes.
Captain Goat is back..,..steups
Show some respect
lord help us
Return of the goat here we go!!!!
Srry to say but kenwyne jones is real shit, give someone else a chance.
Glad to have Molino back…
What about Atulla Guerra
The NASL league is still in pre-season. Although some players here are in there pre-season too. I think Guerra should get another chance once his club form is good. Definitely.
Respect
Warrior time is now!
?? 2- 0 ??.
?? 2-1 ??.
Tevin what are you smoking
Lmao against Mexico
I have every belief that we can get the job done. Two huge games, yes! Impossible, no!
Hi Tevin i like the show. Nothing is impossible.
I meant the score
These two teams beatable …..
Malik????????
Have you looked at Mexico roster and where their players play? Half of them in medium/top clubs in Europe, the other half in Mexico which is clearly better than MLS and probably right now the most competitive league in the America continent.
Simone Ghirlanda this is the final stage of World Cup qualifying. If we get it right on the day, we will be successful! Have a positive attitude! Last time we played Mexico we scored 4 well crafted goals! Whereas they scored from an unforced turnover. An own goal. A volley which one our players should have committed more to closing down. 3 goals from individual errors!
If we concentrate, communicate and be confident then we are going to Russia
Yes tevin we can log on to http://www.expedia.com
So what are y’all predictions for the games?
Dion Sosa and simone I thought so
Not sure why a coach would add Kenwyne Jones to this team. Uncle Ellis is a much better pick to me.
Lol. It is no coincidence that so many coaches turn to him.
Ppl getting real tied up with the quality that he brings. May not bury all his chances but his contribution is monumental.
Whose contribution?? There is clear fall off in Jones contribution. He is not dominant in the air. Because 1. he does not attack the ball in d air. 2. Im seeing shorter guys out jump him consistently And 3. even on pin point crosses he misses the target too often.
He doesn’t do a descent decent job of holding up the ball anymore. I wish Jones was better. But I think this should be his last chance and if he doesn’t give a descent performance. Pick on form rather than past ability.
I watched KJ play live vs mexico in the 4-4 draw …his game was hot and cold but at all times the Mexico team was struggling to deal with him ….physically he was and is imposing. But to judge him on the performance of a disjointed tt team with no consistent support …..service or game plan feeding off scraps is retarded even by TT standards. If we had a striker to step up and take his place they would have done so by now. The challenge will be to play him to his strengths and the required movement of the midfield. ….an isolated forward with an impotent midfield will win nothing …it could be KJ or Messi ….. A motivated and fit KJ is not a player I want to deal with as an opponent …
Once he plays with more tenacity and not like if he’s doing the mannequin challenge, he has my support.
I actually have that hope with the entire team …. people’s focus on him seemed to misdirect from just how absolutely shitty our midfield and defense has been ….absolute bobol …we been playing out there
4-4 against Mexico the team was playing well that could be because kenwyne was a threat. If u r playing 1 striker and he isn’t a threat or can’t hold up d ball. U r putting immense pressure on a team that was never good at holding onto the ball. And that inability up front put pressure on d other players . I want Jones to do well but if he isn’t then there are other suitable replacements. Give them a fair chance
In my humble opinion, if Jones comes on as a substitute at the beginning of the 2nd half, I see him raining goals on opponents. He would be hungrier and energized.
Ako the difference in that game was the midfield was winning the ball and getting it to him ..either to feet for him to lay off or from crosses to him…… that made him the threat …hitting a hopeful long ball for a man to chase with the defense ahead of him is not creative midfield play …. thas savannah sweat ….
KJ need it. Bcos right now he riding the bench hard for Atlanta United. Just getting like 10 minutes in the 2nd half with ATL United
How can u take a donkey to run triple crown
Somebody saddle up DJW?
I hope Kenwyne Jones is not our 1st choice striker 🙁
Jones… Bring him on second half around 65mins.
He do too much to help football in TNT I fine allyuh people rell ungrateful. If allyuh get behind Him, maybe it will help his mental.
What he did for football in TnT
I’m waiting to hear this too
Now type a whole paragraph to correct allyuh but. I ain’t going that low.
D man did not have to come and play for a team that decreasing his transfer value.
What transfer value ? At SUNDERLAND ? ????
Probably the only country in the Hex that has players who are unattached
Or called up while in preseason
Applying the politics rather than the science of football
Anton Wolfe, I see you rest it on Plaza’s team the other day. Keep representing star!
Yea bro u kno how it goes @times thanks alot you tke care god bless
What about Keston Julien, Lester Peltier and Gavin Hoyte?
Shahdon must have sworn that hat trick cemented his spot for these qualifiers. Well at least I did lol
Hope they gel sufficiently to be successful. Good luck and God speed to the team!!
Bring back anybody but jones
Already the coach has entered the same lane as the past coaches building the hopes of the locals an ditchibg them for the overseas pros .selling the dreams of development .
He has 13 locals. That’s a lot.
Overage an overseas rejects
What nonsense you talking?? 13 locals still in the squad!!
Hahaha. Very illuminating there Shaun. I don’t know Cheyenne. Will ask.
I think the reason he’s out the squad is because he wasnt selected by the coach
Riveting
Lmaoooooooo well this explains alot
Someone really needs to find out the reason Yohance is out of this squad . It makes absolutely zero sense
Lasana Liburd any chance you can find out?
Jerrel Bru Britto, with his current form and the opponents, should be in this 26…… oh well….
I sayin the same thing from day 1
Another great performance today by Dwane James in Pasaquina’s 3-0 win over historic side Luis Angel Firpo
https://www.facebook.com/aficion.pasaquinence/posts/1831494280443711:0
Earl Mango Pierre
Steups.
The Haiti performance was due to the Dictators presence and also his undermining, not to mention Cummings being shot as well
Dennis u fail before u start how u could bring back jones is better u bring back stern john u will get more out from him than jones
????
We shall see how the players respond to Tallest.. we need a strong local league where the players can stay locally and earn the same living as abroad and not allow foreign clubs to bench them and keep them inactive which sabotaged our wc chances and team chemistry ….
A program that will be active year round with them playing together and playing top clubs and nations consistently but keep them local and training together
Wishful thinking. The league is depending on government subsidies to survive.
The gamble of using guys who weren’t playing didn’t work for Hart and caused some low energy games. And he tried to lessen the amount of non-active players in his squad later on.
But I know it is difficult because our pool isn’t that large. So now Dennis has to try and find a selection.
Although of course I recognise that we have players like Weslie John and Dwane James and Jerrel Britto and Keston Julien and so on that should get a look at some point. Wesley did okay last year in the South America tour.
Yes and he did well in El Salvador, and now he signed in Belarus.
how do we leace out nen who pkayong in mexico to play against mexico?…not like those who picked ahead of then are match fit and far better technically
At the least, they would be accustomed to the style and pace–even though they are in the second division. Then they would also have the extra motivation.
Worked for T&T against England for instance when our mostly lower league British players played out of their skins.
Oh well. Hard luck fellahs… Next time.
I woulda go for Yohance …the other two guys to me are at the same level or less of the guys picked ahead of them …. you simply can’t choose everyone
It’s a regular problem for T&T coaches now as far as players who are in their pre-season and stuff. That led to that sleepwalking performance against Haiti last year in the Copa America Centenario playoff.
Time To score some goals
rookie coach with players who not.playing regularly…oh well
He’s not a rookie coach. DL has been doin quite well internationally and has made a name for himself in the football arena.
Cherisse Moe…name his prior HEAD COACHING jobs
It’s a different responsibility Cherisse. He coached at a high level as assistant coach but it is a different job spec now and different responsibilities. Hopefully he learns fast.
now dont get me wrong…if we were rebuilding he would be a great investment…but you dont give someone their FIRST HEAD COACH job in the middle.of a qualifying campaign…unless of course tou have already resigned yourself to not qualifying
I understand Lasana Liburd not sure I’ll call him rookie tho given his experience as both player and coach..but ihu
I’m looking at him as a long term investment.
Simone Ghirlanda..NO…assistant at Wigan and Everton and scout…yes scout with the Belgian national team
Never head coach before. Hence rookie head coach. That’s how I see it.
He will remove his learner’s plate soon enough.
^^^^removing his learner’s plate may well mean non qualifications eh… there is no room for mistakes now
Yup. Let’s hope for the best. Not exactly ecstatic with his selection of players but we shall see how it goes..
well I always. backing the red black and white…no matter what…
We can agree on this Shaun ?
Hope it’s KJ with wings
I hoping its KJ with bad mind and point to prove to local fans and MLS employers
Would have been nice to see Julius James get a chance after doing so well with Central. But he is in pre season now so I understand him missing out.
Where is he now ?
Sacramento Republic FC
Nice
I feel that’s a big miss ….him over abu bakr anyday
James definitely brings leadership and composure
Lasana Liburd didnt abu baka miss the barbados game to sign wit a new club ?? Aint fightin de team but if we playin mexico at least one ah de trio should of gotten a pick
Well I think he made the right call in securing a pro deal actually. And he has started every game for his club.
Let’s leave this guy out the squad ….
http://youtu.be/6QWjMfwT1zo
And he plays in MEXICO
And plays regularly
Against good competition. Many players who come from first division South America.
All excellent reasons to leave him out I guess
Smfh boi ?
From 26 players, the only guys playing regular competitive football right now are: Radanfah Abu Bakr (FK Sūduva—Lithuania), Sheldon Bateau (KC Krylia Sovetov—Russia), Andre Boucaud (Dagenham & Redbridge—England), Kevin Molino (Minnesota United—USA), Joevin Jones (Seattle Sounders—USA), Levi Garcia (AZ Alkmaar—Netherlands) and Willis Plaza (East Bengal—India).
You can add Khaleem Hyland (KV Westerlo—Belgium) as his season just ended.
That’s eight from 26. That’s a big gamble to me at this level.
Some of that is unavoidable and Dennis can’t be blamed for it, especially with the Pro League out of season.
But if two players are close in terms of quality, I’d go with the guy who is playing.
Didn’t Abu Bakr just signed there?
Then please discuss India’s league level. Interested in hearing about it.
Yeah. But Abu Bakr played all two or three games for the club and they are doing okay.
Ok well that’s good.
Lasana Liburd whe de 2 surprise selections DL spoke about, kenwyne ???
Lol. I think he said those are for the later qualifiers. Right Amiel?
Correct. Said he was working on those options but of course that’s all pending clearances etc. And we know the usual speed of that process.
DeLeon? Bostock?
Forgot De Leon yes. He in the pipeline for some time.
Che Abrams in the words of Dennis, Bostock is not able to commit to international football at the moment.
Idk why people even bother calling de Leon name. He’s shown no real interest I playing for us. Has his sister ever come back even?
The problem with De Leon from what I heard before was paperwork from his dad. Hart’s crew said he had indicated interest and had started process.
Someone needs to explain to me why in every other respectable national team without a strong local league, they pick FIRST the players playing in the most competitive league abroad, then fill in with local based players or money leagues without good level if and only if needed. Why in T&T local players and players based on leagues non competitive get picked over players in competitive league?
I guess international experience is always a plus when playing the teams we will be up against.. but i agree that giving more local based players the chance to play is also necessary to build a stronger team.
I disagree. Those local players need to go prove themselves abroad in competitive or fairly competitive environments before getting called on national team.
Prove themselves abroad before given the chance to rep their country? Ok..agree to disagree then..
Yes. Only the best players should go play WC qualifiers and the most match fit. The local league is NOT competitive.
If u read my first comment I actually said this. Lol
I can’t believe no Tyrone Charles and Marshall ….. Arcia and Nathan Lewis are very very ordinary .
Not to mention Marshall played both of last two encounters vs Mexico adding a historic goal to it.
I think Tyrone Charles had a knock Cheyenne. So he may not be fully fit. But Yohance I felt did enough to get in–not to mention the fact that he plays in Mexico and did well against them before.
Last night 1-1 vs Mineros, a team that could easily be above the bottom in MLS. For curiosity click on the Argentineans and Uruguayan players of Mineros. Coming from FIRST division in South America to Ascenso MX. Quite a different level than TT Pro.
http://uk.soccerway.com/matches/2017/03/18/mexico/liga-de-ascenso/murcielagos-fc/mineros-de-zacatecas/2382497/
I hope so because that would be a shame considering he was our stand out player in the January games . Really not sure what these guys see in Arcia
I like Arcia. I don’t think he is at the pace for this level yet. But I always remember when he stepped up for the Caribbean Cup qualifiers back in 2012 and really did a job. He’s a fighter. I respect that about him.
You think arcia is ordinary?????? Wow
I think he didn’t shine against Barbados. Ball pest and Sean de Silva looked better in my opinion. But over a whole pro league season I won’t dispute he better than most of the local options.
Wow , what does Yohance Marshall have to do ??
He starts every game. He is more than 3/4 into the season in Ascenso MX a league on par in level with MLS. Fully match fit. And he gets left out for TT Pro league based players?
How long did pro league finish again … Also 2 5 minute appearances seem to be enough for a call up …?
Against Barbados
Oh gosh boy ..I hope we not seeing a repeat of the friend friend thing . G eez
Brent, Cordell not even on the bench for San Jose and still good enough? Wow.
Yuh eh see you trying to raise my pressure lol…. yuh know my thoughts on him….. however we could also say it’s that we are devoid of talent, no?
Is Jabloteh’s Charles injured?
Yes Marshall starts every game in Ascenso MX and he is left out. What about Jerrel Britto and Dwane James? Starters in first divisions Central America. Is TT Pro league more competitive?
Is Levi Garcia on the team?
How’s Mekheil Williams form been?
Mekeil is the best defender available. Just because his club coach needs to push his American players ahead, doesn’t mean he is not good.
Has he been playing?
They are two games into the season. So yes he has been playing in preseason like everybody else.
I can understand the case for Dwane and Britto, Simone. The only reason I didn’t mention them in the same way is they don’t have the same international record as Yohance and Shahdon.
Britto especially. Averaging one goal every two games in Honduras. Take a look at that Honduras roster which beat T&T 3-1. More than 50% based on local players.
Brent, this is the contribution of the regular front four under Hart plus Levi Garcia:
[Statistics as starts-sub appearances-goals]
Levi Garcia [5-4-2] (AZ Alkmaar—Netherlands),
Kevin Molino [15-3-13] (Orlando City—US), [3 assist]
Joevin Jones [29-2-5] (Seattle Sounders—US), [3 assist]
Cordell Cato [14-8-2] (San Jose Earthquakes—US), [1 assist]
Kenwyne Jones [35-0-16] (Atlanta United—US), [6 assist]
Cato must have a buck in his pocket.
As I type this Dwane James is up 2-0 vs Luis Angel Firpo https://www.facebook.com/aficion.pasaquinence/posts/1831476003778872:0
I think all MLS based players should be called. Even Shannon Gomez. At least they go through intense training and are fit.
Cato loses possession way too much for a midfielder. I also don’t think he is a smart enough player for the level. He is fast but I will give him credit in saying his work rate is good.
At the rate Josef Martinez going in Atlanta, KJ might not see the pitch for a while lol.. that kid is no joke.
Average or less than average player in Serie A but coming to MLS in his prime he is killing it.
Yeah. Kenwyne is at a really competitive team so I take that into account with him. Hopefully he is reasonably sharp despite not playing much.
For me, Cato’s best shot is at right back. Because Dennis asks a LOT from his full backs.
Simone Ghirlanda we could say that show how far MLS is from the top Euro leagues. Also Lasana Liburd KJ got to fight hard to play and like you said that’s a very good thing
I’m surprised Kenwyne even gets a little run out in that Atlanta side, not the type of player for that team’s tactics.
Agreed Antonio Feliziano but remember he signed before they signed the coach and the other top players
That’s why players shouldn’t sign for clubs until they know who the coach is. But the season is young and he will just have to be ready for his chance when it comes.
I’m hoping those training ground drills have him in better shape than he was last year.
Brent I think he will be offloaded soon, body language was meh and the fella who was warming him up behind the goal looked like he had to keep telling him to put some effort into it.
He wont finish the season. They signed Honduran Bryan Rochez today
This was the game last week here in MN..maybe he didn’t like the snow and cold weather lol…btw Molino showed plenty effort that day.
I’m sure Kenwyne will be on a solid contract at Atlanta. So they can’t waive him. They will have to cough up some bucks. And he would have offers too I’m sure.
Are you sure? I think I saw him at close to min salary
In fairness we don’t know what they said to him when they were recruiting him. But as a trini living in the A for 20 years, I was very happy to see him sign here. I think he will get his opportunity. Because of the type of service KJ will get from Almiron and others he should do well when he gets his opportunity
Nah Simone Ghirlanda…ain’t no way KJ at close to a minimum salary
Check the official data: Minimum salary with $20,000 guranteed bonus. Total $85,000
https://www.mlsplayers.org/images/September%2015%202016%20Salary%20Information%20-%20By%20Club.pdf
Link not working for me but I’m shocked to hear that… very surprised to be honest
That’s quite interesting. I wonder if he took that to lock in for 2016….can’t believe a man like KJ take that small money
Wow. He’s getting less than Cato! Who the hell is Kenwyne’s agent?! I’m stunned.
Although Joevin Jones definitely needs a pay increase eh. Whoever is representing him needs to be knocking on some doors.
Good job on Mekeil’s package btw Simone. You’re working!
You alone Lasana Liburd….. Maybe Bocanegra giving him some side money lol… 85k for a player of KJ’s stature is crazy
He is getting more this season. He has an escalating contract.
But this is his first season Simone. You mean that is what they paid him to just chill last year?
Also Mekeil was not free. There was a $100k transfer fee.
Wait wait… Now I get it Brent. That is the salary Kenwyne was picking up last year to play for Central FC!
So he’s good to go man. He making big bucks I’m sure.
I sure hope so for his sake
This is Mekeil’s second season. You guys forget he was top 11 for the first part of the season last year until his coach had the brillian idea after a small injury to leave him on the bench. http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/1110/major-league-soccer/2016/07/06/25368482/goals-mls-midseason-best-xi
Simone….. I have concluded that these guys just need to play their football, earn a living, take care of their families…. Forget National Team…. I am so baffled and upset that these guys could no even make the 26….
Britto should be in this 26 ?
No way, he’s earning that “Walgreens” cashier salary! Don’t believe it!
Well if that’s a Walgreens salary I know where to look lol
Lol
Mekeil played 90 mins this weekend
Just saw that. Got caught out on that penalty. But good to see him get 90 minutes.
Noticed he played at right back. Don’t think he will fit into our system there. But glad he is playing.