Tag Archives: 2026 World Cup

Well, that was cringe-worthy. It is never easy to see a major nation floundering as they try to balance the country’s goal for greatness with appeasing a giant, awkward, perma-tanned baby who keeps fluffing potential tap-ins, while critics flood the internet with memes poking fun at his unsuitability for his …

Not surprisingly, the most seismic performance of the 2026 World Cup has come from a Brazilian who was made for the big stage. No, Mr Live Wire isn’t referring to Seleção striker Igor Thiago—surely more heir to Richarlison than R9—but referee Wilton Sampaio, who somehow saw cause to distribute three …

On 17 April 2026, the day of their must-win Brazil 2027 World Cup qualifier against El Salvador at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, the Trinidad and Tobago Women’s National Senior Team woke up to a message in the players’ WhatsApp chat group from assistant manager Carissa Orr, …

“[…] It was a bit of a slap in the face. Knowing the work we put in to take that team to where we did, what we had to go through to get the players to join, the change in the dressing room, and the culture of the football. “[…] …

“[…] Discussions were held between the TTFA and Mr Dwight Yorke regarding the future of the role, including revised contractual terms and remuneration aligned to the next phase of the programme. “After these discussions, both parties were unable to reach agreement on the proposed terms at this time, and it …

Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) president Kieron Edwards has denied that Soca Warriors head coach Dwight Yorke and his support staff were already replaced early by the local football body, despite a report today in the Sunshine newspaper. Edwards also denied that Yorke is owed US$150,000, which comprises five …

“[…] I remain confident in the work that was undertaken, the standards that were established, and the foundation that continues to be built for the future of the National Team. “[…] I had every intention of continuing that journey. Unfortunately, circumstances beyond my control have made that impossible…” The following …

“In the 12 months that we have been together, if anyone said we would be in this position—unbeaten at home—despite the draws, you would have said I don’t think that would happen,” said Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Dwight Yorke. “There are lots of positives in …

So, what was the score? Did we win? The confusion among Trinidad and Tobago football supporters as they streamed out of the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain last night was remarkable, with the scoreboard vacillating before deciding on a result that was at odds with what was reported …

“[…] Besides Chris Birchall, born in England of a Trinidad mother, all the members of the starting XI against Sweden came of footballing age in Trinidad and Tobago. “Shaka Hislop was born in London while his parents were temporarily resident there, but he grew up in Diego Martin. “Again, all …

Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Dwight Yorke put a brave face on his team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, as he suggested the Soca Warriors have closed the gap on Jamaica and have a bright future ahead. The Soca Warriors needed a …

In second half stoppage time, a path to the Jamaican goal suddenly opened up for debutante Trinidad and Tobago forward Roald Mitchell at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain last night. The 22-year-old Mitchell hit the accelerator—and then his hamstring gave way. And, just like that, Trinidad and …