Highlights: Trinidad and Tobago 4-0 Cuba in 2025 Gold Cup Prelims
Best moments and summary of Trinidad and Tobago's victory over Cuba in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Qualification, the Trinidadians dominated from start to finish and earned their ticket to the summer tournament.
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Two more minutes are added at the Ato Boldon Stadium. Not much is happening on the pitch, and the match looks set to end like this. These are the last chances of the match to try to move the score forward.
Not much is happening on the pitch, and Trinidad and Tobago will secure a spot in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The group's goal will be met, and they will participate in the region's top tournament this summer.
GGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLL!!! Nathaniel James scores the fourth and seals the victory for the Trinidadians, the game ended a while ago.
Strong pressure from Trinidad and Tobagi, who didn't slow down to secure the result and avoid any surprises, but the Cuban team didn't give up any space and wanted to try to pull off a miracle in the final moments.
Very little from either team in this second half, and the scoreboard shows no signs of changing. The home team tried but failed to generate any dangerous chances and continued to have few direct shots on goal; their opponent came closest to scoring the equalizer.
Desperate, Cuba begins to corner its opponent and put it in an awkward position to score the goal that will bring it closer in the qualifiers and keep its hopes of reaching the Gold Cup alive. The home team, patiently waiting for the right error to counterattack.
Both teams want more but aren't creating the chances they want, and the clock keeps ticking down toward the end of the match. The game remains with very few shots on goal; both teams try, but nothing happens.
Both teams are beginning to make adjustments to try to get back on track. The visitors are increasing their offensive prowess and are looking for a more aggressive tactical approach to score a goal.
GGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLL!!! Kevin Molino appears and finishes in great fashion for the third for Trinidad and Tobago, a rout in the stadium and all that remains is to wait for the end of the game.
It is all very close, but the game remained unchallenged. The home side was more motivated, looking to pull away on the scoreboard, score the first goal of the match, and move closer to victory and earn important points.
A good restart to the game, both teams coming out more motivated and looking for a goal. The scoreboard has already shifted, and the game has quickly changed its pace. Despite remaining level, the home side looks the better side, and now Cuba is forced to look for the equalizer.
The second half kicks off at the Ato Boldon Stadium with Trinidad and Tobago leading Cuba 2-0. Good emotions are on the cards for the closing match of this 2025 Gold Cup Qualifier. The date with the goal remains on hold.
Two more minutes have been added to the first half. Both teams put in a great effort to make the most of their last opportunities before the break. A strong finish to the first half is expected.
Trinidad and Tobago is pressing hard to try to secure a win before halftime. Neither team has had very few chances, and the score hasn't changed, and there could be several opportunities to turn the score around in the final minutes.
GGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Leeds scores Trinidad and Tobago's second goal, and the tie is now tilted one way and all is decided. The Trinidadians will be in the Gold Cup.
It was all very close, but the game remained unchallenged, with very few opportunities for either team. The visitors were more motivated, hoping to pull away and score the first goal of the match to move closer to victory.
GGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLL!!! Leed appears and scores for Trinidad and Tobago's first goal, and the tie seems to be in a dead heat. The Trinidadians will be in the Gold Cup.
Both teams want more but aren't creating the chances they expected, and we're approaching halftime. The match remains with very few attempts on goal. Both teams try, but nothing much happens.
The Trinidad and Tobago team controls the ball and continues to push for the go-ahead goal. A goal could change everything in the initial standoff for both teams and generate changes on the field to make the game more entertaining.
We remain without scoring opportunities, but both teams are pressing to get into the opponent's box. The home side controls the ball, but Cuba is firmly positioned and prevents the danger.
A great start to the match, with both teams looking for a goal in the opening minutes. Neither team dominates possession, and the battle rages in midfield for control of the ball and creates opportunities.
We still have no scoring opportunities. The game is fought in midfield, but there are no breakthroughs into the opponent's box. The fight continues in midfield, and neither team can reach the final third of the box. Cuba is better with possession.
Romario Torres was given a red card for a harsh tackle in midfield, leaving the Cubans with 10 men. The match had just begun, and it seemed the Trinidadians had everything secured to win the tie.
The CONCACAF Gold Cup 2025 Qualifying Second Leg match between Trinidad and Tobago and Cuba kicks off at Ato Boldon Stadium. Follow all the action from this exciting duel here on VAVEL.
We are just minutes away from the start of the match presentation and pre-qualification protocols for the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup for this second leg match between Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago.
The Ato Boldon Stadium is ready to host Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago for the 2025 Gold Cup Qualifying Second Leg match. A win is needed to advance to the next round and secure a spot in the Group Stage of the tournament. The stadium is expected to be very busy, with most tickets sold before kickoff.
These are Cuba's starting players for today's game:
R. Arozarena, Y. Piedra, E. Casanova, K. Pérez, D. Morejón, R. Torres, K. Espino, Y. Pérez, Y. Matos, O. Hernández and A. Raballo.
César Arturo Ramos (MEX) will be the referee for this match between Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago as part of the 2025 Gold Cup Qualifying Second Leg, which will be held at Ato Boldon Stadium.
The 2025 Gold Cup Qualifying season has just begun, and both teams are vying for a spot in the CONCACAF region's top competition. A tough matchup is expected, with one of these teams securing a spot and advancing to the group stage, where they could win this competition for the first time in its history.
The last time these teams met was in the first leg of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Qualifying match, when the Trinidadians won on the road by a score of 2 goals to 1.
Today we have a very interesting match between Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago, with both teams looking for a victory to continue their strong run toward Gold Cup 2025 Qualifying and a spot in the Group Stage.
There's just under an hour until the match between Trinidad and Tobago and Cuba kicks off at Ato Boldon Stadium. Both teams will be looking for a win. Who will get it this time? Follow our coverage on VAVEL.
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What time is the Trinidad and Tobago vs. Cuba Gold Cup 2025 Qualifying match?
Here are the kickoff times for the Trinidad and Tobago vs. Cuba match on March 25, 2025, in several countries:
Argentina: 8:00 PM FIFA+
Bolivia: 7:00 PM FIFA+
Brazil: 8:00 PM FIFA+
Chile: 8:00 PM FIFA+
Colombia: 6:00 PM FIFA+
Ecuador: 6:00 PM FIFA+
USA (ET): 7:00 PM FIFA+
Spain: 12:00 AM FIFA+
Mexico: 5:00 PM FIFA+
Paraguay: 8:00 PM FIFA+
Peru: 6:00 PM FIFA+
Uruguay: 8:00 PM FIFA+
Venezuela: 7:00 PM FIFA+
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This is the team's final lineup: Raiko Arozarena, Jorge Luis Corrales, Yoisel Piedra, Carlos Vázquez, Alejandro Delgado, Orlando Calvo, Eduardo Hernández, Romario Torrez, Yasniel Matos, Daniel Díaz, and Reydel Sánchez.
The FC KTP winger will look to continue being a key player for the team. He's one of the team's offensive playmakers and comes into this match after being the key player in the Cuban national team's attack. Pozo arrives as one of the Finnish team's recent signings and will look to contribute offensively to the team. Last season, he played 26 games with the team, scoring 6 goals and providing 3 assists. The most important thing for him is to start having more consistency on the field and better meshing with players like Daniel Díaz to form a lethal forward line.
The Cuban national team heads to Ato Boldon Stadium to face the Russian team and continue their preparations for future CONCACAF competitions in 2024. They will be part of the CONCACAF qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, starting in March 2024. These qualifiers will award three spots for the next World Cup, in addition to the three host countries: Mexico, Canada, and the United States, so the Cubans will have to fight hard to advance to the next round. The national team has a strong core of players led by Reydel Sánchez, Raiko Arozarena, Orlando Calvo, and Romario Torrez. The Cuban national team has the ability to reach the next World Cup and be one of the best teams in their region. Cuba lost the first leg in San Cristóbal and will now travel home to try to turn the qualifying round around.
This is the team's final lineup: Denzil Smith, Aubrey David, Justin Garcia, Alvin Jones, André Raymond, Shannon Gomez, Neveal Hackshaw, Daniel Phillips, Andre Rampersad, Ajani Fortune, and Levi Garcia.
The AEK Athens winger is one of the team's most important figures, as they look to continue their development and continue proving themselves as one of the best in their position. The Trinidadian had a great season in the Greek Super League 1, where they won the championship. That season, Levi Garcia contributed 18 goals and 7 assists in 37 matches. Now, his main objective is to establish himself as an important part of the team's forward line and continue to show the great form of last season, while also helping his team secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Trinidad and Tobago, looking for their place in the Gold Cup!
The Trinidad and Tobago national team heads into this friendly with the goal of getting into the rhythm for the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. They will need to earn points to advance in Group B, where they compete with Costa Rica, the Bahamas, Grenada, and Saint Kitts and Nevis. The Caribbean team has a deep roster with interesting players such as Levi Garcia, Kevin Molino, Sheldon Betau, Joevin Jones, and Malcolm Shaw. Trinidad and Tobago is not a powerhouse in the CONCACAF region, but they are among the favorites to advance to the next round and look to make things difficult for their opponents and become a potential World Cup guest. Coach Angus Eve believes the team has what it takes to reach the next round of the qualifiers. The main objective is clear, and with the increase in qualifying spots for the 2026 World Cup, they hope to be closer than ever to securing a ticket.
The Ato Boldon Stadium, located in the city of Balmain, Trinidad and Tobago, will host this match between two teams vying for a spot in the 2025 Gold Cup. This stadium has a capacity of 10,000 fans and was inaugurated in 2001.
Welcome to the live coverage of the Trinidad and Tobago vs. Cuba match, corresponding to the 2025 Gold Cup Qualifying Final. The match will take place at Ato Boldon Stadium, starting at 5:00 PM. My name is Carlos, and I'll be your host for this match. We'll be bringing you pre-match analysis, score updates, and live news here on VAVEL.