COUVA, Trinidad and Tobago -- ESPN FC is OnScene for Tuesday's World Cup qualifier between Trinidad and Tobago and the United States.
Tuesday, Oct. 10
Tim Howard isn't mincing his words
Tim Howard on a shocking night for the #USMNT pic.twitter.com/xnJpjAmssz
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) October 11, 2017
The unthinkable has happened
Stunned. #TRIvUSA pic.twitter.com/q8PAoSCuwt
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) October 11, 2017
The U.S. loses and results elsewhere have not helped them
FT: #usmnt loses 2-1. Utter humiliation with more to come in all likelihood.
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 11, 2017
Half-time analysis from Couva
HT: #usmnt in big trouble, losing 2-0 but getting the help it needs elsewhere. Still, an embarrassing performance so far from the U.S.
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 11, 2017
Those fans who did make the trip are enjoying this!
Home side supporters loving the first half. #TRIvUSA pic.twitter.com/qUe6V0SVeh
— Chris Wondoloski (@ESPNWondo) October 11, 2017
The hosts are winning 2-0 in front of some empty seats
Plenty of seats left #TRIvUSA pic.twitter.com/gaJbsZjk9T
— Chris Wondoloski (@ESPNWondo) October 11, 2017
At least there will be some friendly faces!
There are some #USMNT fans here however. pic.twitter.com/SAkJJLorTZ
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 10, 2017
Will the crowd be a concern...?
25 minutes to kickoff, and this is the crowd so far. Won't be a hostile atmosphere by any stretch. pic.twitter.com/upptL6jjGW
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 10, 2017
Something to worry the U.S. tonight? (Hyland does start for T&T)
Haven't seen T&T lineup yet, but Khaleem Hyland made life difficult for #usmnt exploiting spaces in center of midfield in June qualifier.
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 10, 2017
The players have arrived at Ato Boldon Stadium
Let there be light! The #USMNT inspecting the pitch before and after the lights came on. pic.twitter.com/gtWvACO1S3
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) October 10, 2017
What a difference a day makes
Here is the current state of the field at Ato Boldon Stadium. Big change from yesterday. Ground feels pretty firm as well. #usmnt pic.twitter.com/Gja4qAfwxq
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 10, 2017
Here is your latest weather update
Rain in Port of Spain heavy, but skies clear above Ato Boldon Stadium in Couva. No more rain in local forecast. #USAvTRI #USMNT #WCQ2018 pic.twitter.com/Ef8enfLKDS
— Sebastian Salazar (@SebiSalazarFUT) October 10, 2017
Uh oh, it's raining...
And now it's pouring. #TrinidadandTobago pic.twitter.com/MUeKemMTH2
— Chris Wondoloski (@ESPNWondo) October 10, 2017
The weather looks good!
Warm and humid in beautiful Trinidad and Tobago today. pic.twitter.com/enPAhFqZqy
— Chris Wondoloski (@ESPNWondo) October 10, 2017
Conditions and the weather have continued to improve
These photos were taken last night by FIFA inspection team. Been sunny all day today. 50% chance of rain now, decreasing rest of day. #usmnt pic.twitter.com/PR7XNw9oZR
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 10, 2017
Monday, Oct. 9
Arena is in spiky mood at the pre-match presser
'Would love to see one of these hot shot teams from Europe come to CONCACAF' - Bruce Arena. Calls it 'survival of the fittest'. #USMNT #WCQ pic.twitter.com/5yi7aA2eVA
— Sebastian Salazar (@SebiSalazarFUT) October 9, 2017
The weather prospects might be looking up!
Just landed in #Trinidad for @ESPNFC coverage of tomorrow's #WCQ between T&T & #USMNT. Here's the view coming in. 👀👀👀 #WCQ2018 pic.twitter.com/ZTdBXZMmVG
— Sebastian Salazar (@SebiSalazarFUT) October 9, 2017
The home federation has its say on the state of the playing surface
Statement from Trinidad & Tobago Football Federation: pic.twitter.com/2NTSDJKqhD
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 9, 2017
Not the ideal preparation
#usmnt now resorting to practicing behind the goal, probably so the field doesn't get torn up. pic.twitter.com/5sLSfOK1f0
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 9, 2017
The key to the game (taking place)?
This piece of equipment will be working overtime. Yes that's one of the corner flags to the left. #usmnt pic.twitter.com/YCbyCxqk6m
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 9, 2017
Anyone need a lift to practice?
Welcome to a very wet Ato Boldon Stadium
Heavy rains here in Trinidad the last few days, and part of the Ato Boldon Stadium is flooded. #usmnt pic.twitter.com/mJpJQeV5RW
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 9, 2017
Here's the view of the other end of the Ato Boldon Stadium. Lot of work to do to make this field playable. #usmnt pic.twitter.com/xHdIwVV3yQ
— Jeff Carlisle (@JeffreyCarlisle) October 9, 2017
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