Curacao Edges Bermuda in World Cup Qualifying

Willemstad, CUW- A late goal within the final 15 minutes gives Curacao a crucial victory

Tahith Chong Scores a Brace

Tahith Chong who stepped up to score two important goals to put his island ahead. After Jeremy Antonisse’s shot was saved by Bermuda goalkeeper Dale Eve, Chong got the rebound and scored in the 14th minute.

The second goal came from a long pass by Phoenix Rising’s striker Jeral Margaritha. Chong received the ball along the near side of the area. He made a quick move toward his left and blasted the ball past Eve for the two-goal lead in the 26th minute.

Bermuda Sneaks in a goal

Bermuda earned a free kick along the near side touchline. A quick pass to set up Njai Tucker for the bending cross toward the near post, and spilling out of the scrum was Kane Crichlow as he stabbed at the ball and scored inside the near post in the 35th minute

Bermuda equalizes late in the first half

Bermuda fought back to get the equalizer as Dante Leverock sent a long ball toward the path of Djair Parfitt. Got to the ball, cut to his right, shot it off the defender and into the back of the net. Bermuda fought back to tie the match in the 42nd minute

Chong helps with the winner

As the match clock got to the final 15 minutes, Curacao was able to find a winner. Chong received the ball at the far side from Tyrese Noslin. Moved up a few steps, passed it back to Noslin, and he struck the ball one time, beating Eve for the third time, and earned the winner in the 75th minute.

Overall Performance

A strong start for Curacao, but they took their foot off the gas, allowing Bermuda to come back into the match. With head coach Dick Advocaat giving them the riot act in the locker room, they regrouped and found the winning goal.

Looking ahead

In the October International Window, Curacao will host Jamaica, while Bermuda will host Trinidad & Tobago. Both matches will be played on Friday, the 10th.

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