T&T joined Mexico, Honduras, USA, El Salvador and Costa Rica in the hexagonal stage which begins on February 11. The draw for  that round takes place in Johannesburg on Sunday.

“People have their opinion. Everyone’s got their opinions on when and why things should happen. But for me I wanted to get back in to get a feel even before, God willing,  we do make it to the final round."

Chimbonda & Yorke have been told to look for new clubs as RoyKeane gets ruthless at Sunderland. The pair were called in by Keane & informed they would be made available for January transfer window.

Leslie Fitzpatrick netted late to earn North East Stars a point against a ferocious Defence Force on Saturday afternoon at the Larry Gomes Stadium in a Round 3 Matchday 9 fixture. 

Front runners CLICO San Juan Jabloteh and W Connection were in winners’ row on Thursday registering 2-0 wins over their bottom of the table opponents Ma Pau SC and Tobago United respectively.