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In a commanding display of skill and strategy, Defence Force FC triumphed over Cibao FC with a decisive 3-0 victory in the first leg of the Concacaf Caribbean Cup third-place playoff. The match, held on November 25 at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo, saw Defence Force’s seasoned players, Sheldon Bateau and captain Kevin Molino, lead the charge. This win positions the Trinidadian club favorably as they aim to secure a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. The return leg is scheduled for December 2 in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, where Cibao FC will attempt to overturn the deficit. The game was marked by contentious refereeing decisions, including a disallowed goal for Cibao in stoppage time, which added to the visitors’ frustrations. Defence Force’s goalkeeper, Isaiah Williams, delivered a stellar performance, ensuring a clean sheet with several crucial saves. The team’s tactical approach, leveraging deep midfield passes and clinical finishing, proved effective against Cibao’s defense. Molino’s leadership was evident as he contributed both a penalty goal and an assist, while Bateau’s early header set the tone for the match. Despite Cibao’s efforts, Defence Force’s defensive solidity and efficient midfield play ensured their dominance throughout the game.

The Trinidad and Tobago (TT) senior men’s and women’s rugby teams delivered impressive performances at the 2025 RAN Sevens tournament, held at the Larry Gomes Stadium in Malabar on November 23. The men’s team triumphed over Bermuda with a commanding 29-5 victory, securing their qualification for the 2026 Caribbean American and Caribbean (CAC) Games. Meanwhile, the women’s team dominated their Bermudian counterparts with a resounding 27-0 win, earning a bronze medal. Despite their strong showing, the women’s team narrowly missed out on CAC Games qualification. The men’s team, led by standout performances from Jonathan Taylor, who scored a hat-trick, and Ruairi O’Farrell, who contributed two conversions, showcased their resilience after a semifinal loss to Canada. The women’s team, spearheaded by Fayola Jack’s two tries, demonstrated their prowess in the bronze medal match. Canada and Mexico emerged as the tournament champions in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively, with both teams advancing to the SVNS qualification pathway. TT Rugby Union Treasurer Chad Simeon expressed pride in the teams’ achievements and highlighted the union’s ambitions to establish TT as a premier rugby destination. The 2025 RAN Sevens, featuring 20 teams from 14 countries, was streamed globally on RugbyPass TV, further elevating the tournament’s profile.

In a thrilling Super50 Cup encounter at Tarouba on November 23, the Guyana Harpy Eagles orchestrated a stunning recovery from a precarious position to post a competitive total of 196 against the Trinidad and Tobago Red Force. Despite a dominant start by the Red Force, who reduced Guyana to 21 for 4 and later 79 for 6, the Harpy Eagles’ middle-order batsmen Gudakesh Motie and Keemo Paul spearheaded a spirited fightback. Motie, who was dropped from the New Zealand tour due to poor form, showcased his batting prowess with a gritty 65 off 58 balls, while Paul contributed a brisk 39 off 40. Their partnership of 65 runs off 64 balls shifted the momentum in Guyana’s favor. Earlier, the Red Force’s bowlers, led by Terrance Hinds (3 for 18) and Ricky Jaipaul (3 for 29), had dismantled the top order. Hinds, in particular, made crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissal of Guyana’s skipper Matthew Nandu for just 2. The match, delayed by heavy rains and reduced to 44 overs per side, saw the Red Force aiming to extend their dominance over Guyana, having won their last four encounters. However, the Harpy Eagles, determined to reverse their recent poor record against the Red Force, fought valiantly to set a challenging target. The stage is now set for an intriguing chase as Trinidad and Tobago look to secure their fifth consecutive victory over Guyana in the Super50 Cup.

In a thrilling encounter at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba on November 23, the Trinidad and Tobago Red Force clinched their second consecutive victory by defeating the Guyana Harpy Eagles by four runs. The match, heavily influenced by rain, was decided using the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method. The game was initially delayed and reduced to 44 overs due to the weather conditions. Despite this, the Red Force managed to bowl out the Harpy Eagles for 196 runs in 40.3 overs, with significant contributions from Gudakesh Motie (65 runs) and Keemo Paul (39 runs). The Red Force’s bowling attack, led by Terrance Hinds (3/18) and Ricky Jaipaul (3/29), was instrumental in dismantling the Guyanese batting lineup. In response, the Red Force faced early setbacks but were steadied by Tion Webster (31 not out) and Jyd Goolie (29 not out), who guided the team to 106/4 before the rain returned. Goolie’s explosive batting in the 20th over, featuring one boundary and three sixes, proved crucial in securing the win. This victory propelled the Red Force to second place in the six-team standings with ten points, trailing only the Barbados Royals, who lead due to a superior net run rate. The tournament has been marred by rain, with several matches either abandoned or ending in no results. In other round three matches, Barbados defeated Windwards by seven wickets, while the fixture between Leewards and Jamaica was abandoned due to a wet outfield. Round four matches are set to commence on November 25, with the Red Force facing the Windward Islands Volcanoes, the Hurricanes taking on the Harpy Eagles, and the Scorpions battling the Royals.