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In a tightly contested rescheduled Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) premiership fixture, Trinity College (Moka) and San Juan North Secondary played to a 1-1 draw at Trinity College Grounds in Maraval on November 7. San Juan North, currently positioned 13th in the 16-team league, took the lead in the first half with a goal from Malique Marrast. However, Trinity Moka quickly responded as Anton Joseph equalized before halftime. Despite both teams pushing for a decisive goal in the second half, neither could break the stalemate, resulting in a shared point. The outcome had minimal impact on the league standings, with Trinity remaining in sixth place and San Juan North holding onto their 13th position, just two points above the relegation zone. Both teams have one league match remaining to conclude their campaigns.

The TT Premier Football League (TTPFL) is set to witness an early-season blockbuster as defending champions Defence Force face off against title contenders Miscellaneous Police FC on November 9 at the St Police Barracks. The match, scheduled for 7 pm, promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the league’s most formidable teams. Police FC has begun the 2025/26 season in dominant fashion, securing back-to-back victories. They opened their campaign with a resounding 4-0 win over San Juan Jabloteh on October 24, followed by a hard-fought 2-1 triumph against MIC Central FC Reboot on November 1. In contrast, Defence Force has struggled to find their rhythm, starting their title defense with two consecutive draws. They were held to a goalless stalemate by 2023/24 champions AC Port of Spain in their opener and then squandered a lead to draw 2-2 with FC Eagles on October 31, conceding a late stoppage-time goal. Despite their slow start, Police FC coach Todd Ryan remains wary of the defending champions. ‘Police and Army, that’s probably the biggest rivalry in top-tier football,’ Ryan remarked. ‘We don’t care what start they got…they’re still unbeaten from last season. We need to ensure they stay at the bottom of us.’ Ryan emphasized the importance of this match, calling it a ‘local derby’ and a crucial step toward achieving their ultimate goal: qualifying for Concacaf football. Meanwhile, Defence Force’s interim coach Devorn Jorsling remains optimistic, dismissing their early struggles as a temporary setback. ‘When the smoke clears, we will be champions of the league,’ Jorsling asserted. The clash is part of a packed matchday, with Caledonia AIA vs. Terminix La Horquetta Rangers and AC Port of Spain vs. FC Eagles also set to take place on November 9.

As the FIFA international match window approaches, Trinidad and Tobago (TT) men’s football team coach Dwight Yorke is leaving no stone unturned in preparing his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. With critical matches against Jamaica on November 13 and Bermuda on November 18 at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo, Yorke has been conducting intensive training sessions to ensure his team is in peak condition.

The Eastern Football Association (EFA) 2025 tournament witnessed intense quarterfinal action on November 2, with reigning champions Malabar Youngstars securing a hard-fought 2-0 extra-time victory over Wallerfield FC at the Arima Velodrome. The match remained scoreless during regulation time, but Malabar Youngstars showcased their championship pedigree in extra-time, with Kendell Boneo and Jeremiah Williams delivering crucial goals to seal their semifinal berth. Williams, last year’s Man of the Match in the EFA final, once again proved pivotal in the team’s success. Wallerfield FC, who finished fourth in Group B, put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short. In another quarterfinal clash at the same venue, Athletic United triumphed over Eastern Connect FC in a dramatic penalty shootout (7-6) after a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra-time. Eastern Connect took an early lead through Avery Cabralis, but Marcus Griffith equalized for Athletic United, setting the stage for the nail-biting shootout. Meanwhile, at the Phase 2 La Horquetta Recreation Ground, FC Maloney dominated Heatwave with a commanding 4-1 victory, thanks to goals from Gary Bart, Isaiah Edwards, Saleem Henry, and Kerry Mitchell. In the other La Horquetta quarterfinal, CPC Athletic International Academy (AIA) edged out CG Poseidon 2-1, with Dalon Sankar and Isaiah Isaac scoring the decisive goals. The semifinals, scheduled for November 9 in La Horquetta, will see FC Maloney face Athletic United at 5 pm, followed by Malabar Youngstars versus AIA at 7 pm. The 2025 EFA champions will receive a $15,000 prize, with $10,000 and $5,000 awarded to the second and third-placed teams, respectively.

As the FIFA international match window approaches, Trinidad and Tobago’s senior men’s football team, under the guidance of head coach Dwight Yorke, is leaving no stone unturned in their preparations for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. The team is set to face Jamaica on November 13 and Bermuda on November 18 at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo. With high stakes on the line, Yorke has been diligently working to ensure his squad is in peak condition.

Trinidad and Tobago (TT) made a resounding statement on the first day of the XXXVIII Carifta Aquatics Championships 2025 Water Polo tournament, held at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex in Florida on November 7. The TT teams showcased exceptional skill and determination, securing multiple victories across various age groups. The Under-16 and Under-19 male squads delivered back-to-back wins, while the U-14 co-ed team, along with the U-16 and U-19 female teams, also triumphed in their opening matches. The U-16 boys set the tone with a hard-fought 13-11 victory over Bahamas, despite a closely contested first half. They later extended their dominance with a 20-14 win against the same opponent. The U-19 males were equally impressive, defeating Curacao 24-11 and overwhelming Cayman Islands 27-3. On the female side, the U-19 team secured a commanding 12-3 win over Cayman Islands but faced a setback with a 13-3 loss to Bonaire. The U-14 co-ed team started strong with an 18-5 victory over Curacao but fell to Bahamas 10-4 later in the day. The U-16 females also began their campaign with a 17-12 win over Cayman Islands. The tournament continues on November 8, with the final matches scheduled for November 9.

Trinidad and Tobago Premier Football League (TTPFL) champions Defence Force are set to face Dominican Republic’s Cibao FC in a high-stakes third-place playoff of the Concacaf Caribbean Cup. The winner of this two-legged tie will secure a coveted spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup, the region’s premier club competition. The first leg will take place at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo on November 25, with the second leg scheduled for December 2 in the Dominican Republic. The victorious team will join this year’s Caribbean Cup finalists, Mount Pleasant Football Academy and Universidad O&M FC, in the Champions Cup. Defence Force’s journey to the playoff was marked by a crucial 2-0 victory over Cibao on October 1, ensuring their progression to the semifinals. However, Mount Pleasant eliminated them with a 5-2 aggregate win, while Universidad O&M edged past Cibao 2-1 in their semifinal clash. Cibao, last season’s Caribbean Cup runner-up, now aims to redeem themselves against the TTPFL holders in this decisive playoff.