Kesean St Rose scores late as Rangers edge Phoenix in TTPFL

In a thrilling encounter at the Dwight Yorke Stadium in Bacolet, Tobago, Terminix La Horquetta Rangers clinched their first victory of the 2025/26 TT Premier Football League (TTPFL) season with a dramatic 2-1 win over 1976 FC Phoenix on November 15. The match, a rescheduled fixture, saw the two bottom-placed teams in the 12-team league battling for crucial points. The game’s decisive moment came in stoppage time when Rangers’ striker Kesean St Rose netted the winning goal, ensuring his team’s triumphant return to Trinidad. Phoenix had initially taken the lead in the 25th minute through Teejay Cadiz, who capitalized on a precise cross from Kerri McDonald. However, Rangers equalized in the 51st minute with Leroy Whyle tapping in from a crowded penalty area after a defensive error by Phoenix goalkeeper Duvaughn Daniel. Despite several close chances for Phoenix, including a looping header from Che Richards and a threatening cross from Cadiz, Rangers held firm. St Rose, a second-half substitute, emerged as the hero with his late strike. Looking ahead, Rangers aim to continue their momentum when they face third-placed Club Sando on November 19, while Phoenix will seek their first points against San Juan Jabloteh. The TTPFL standings remain tightly contested, with Prisons FC leading the pack with nine points.