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Will the next three hours of football played by the Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team define the legacy of head coach Dwight Yorke, the Soca Warriors under his guidance and the current Kieron Edwards-led Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) executive? Could it spark the revitalisation of Trinidad …

Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Dwight Yorke named 22-year-old United States-born forward Roald Mitchell in his 26-man team today, as the Soca Warriors prepare for decisive World Cup qualifiers in Port of Spain against Jamaica (13 November) and Bermuda (18 November) respectively. Last week, Yorke promised …

“[…] By allowing a domestic league fixture to clash with [a Trinidad and Tobago World Cup] fixture, the organisers undermine the national agenda and send a message that the SSFL takes precedence over representing the country. “[…] From a developmental viewpoint—schools football is the ground floor of our footballing pyramid. …

Trinidad and Tobago’s 2026 World Cup qualifying dreams are on the brink now, after the Soca Warriors were held to a 1-1 draw by Curaçao tonight in Willemstad. On the face of it, a tie away to the Dutch-speaking islanders at a stadium where the home team just defeated Jamaica …

The Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team’s front three of Levi Garcia, Tyrese Spicer and Dante Sealy were too hot to handle this evening, as the Soca Warriors cruised to a 3-0 win away to Bermuda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Bermuda National Stadium in Hamilton. …

Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Dwight Yorke named four changes to his 26-man squad today, as they prepare for upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Bermuda and Curaçao. Deron Payne, a 23-year-old Netherlands-born right back, and 21-year-old midfielder Molik Khan represent the most notable introductions. …

“[…] More possession, more shots, prettier football—none of it matters without results. Sympathy doesn’t qualify teams. Goals and points do. “We need to stop confusing ‘progress’ with ‘promise’. Progress is what you measure on the scoreboard and the standings. Promise is what you say when you didn’t get the result …

“[…] You mentioned that building a team is a process, not an event. I understand and respect that but context matters. Dwight has had a year and 13 matches—ample time to establish systems. The qualifiers are not part of that process, they are the event. “[…] Raising red flags when …

“[…] Dwight Yorke and Russell Latapy need the time necessary to mold and shape their players into a cohesive unit. Building a competitive international team is a process, not an event. It requires patience, strategic development, and, most importantly, the unwavering support of the public. “Demands for immediate, radical changes, …

“[…] Tactically, there was little evidence of a structured approach. Our pressing game lacked intensity, transitions were disorganized, and the midfield failed to link defence to attack. “[…] The omission of players like Justin Garcia, who offer composure and strength, was puzzling. Without them, the back four looked vulnerable and …

“[…] Michel Poon-Angeron offers tactical flexibility. Whether used as a deep-lying playmaker or a ball winning midfielder, he adapts to the system. He reads the game well, breaks up opposition attacks intelligently, and quickly restarts play. “[…] If Trinidad and Tobago are to progress in these qualifiers, the midfield must …

“[…] Maybe it’s time we stop calling this bad luck and start asking whether we’re doing enough to create our own luck. “[…] The Reggae Boyz team missing eight starters, [grinded] out six points from two games: clinical, composed, and ruthlessly efficient. Jamaica didn’t wait for luck to find them. …