Haiti and Trinidad & Tobago Draw 1-1 in Houston
On Thursday, June 19, 2025, a tense Group D showdown at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston saw Trinidad & Tobago and Haiti battle to a 1-1 draw in a match filled with drama, discipline, and missed chances—setting the stage for a wild finish to the Gold Cup group stage.
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39' – Red Card Rocks Haiti
The match turned sharply in the 39th minute when Jean-Kévin Duverne was shown a straight red card for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity, taking down Levi García just outside the box. With Haiti reduced to 10 men, the match dynamic shifted, forcing coach Sébastien Migné into a tactical reshuffle.
49' – Pierrot Breaks Through
Despite being down a man, Haiti struck first. In the 49th minute, Frantzdy Pierrot finished a cross from Don Deedson Louicius, putting Haiti ahead 1-0 with a composed finish inside the box. The Haitian supporters erupted, believing an upset was possible.
68' – Trinidad Answers
Trinidad and Tobago equalized in the 68th minute. Defender Justin García rose above the pack to nod home a set-piece delivery from Kevin Molino, making it 1-1 and shifting momentum firmly in favor of the Soca Warriors.
86' – Missed Penalty Adds to Haiti's Frustration
Late in the match, Haiti had a golden opportunity to snatch all three points after Mondy Prunier earned a penalty. But the forward fired over the bar, a heartbreaking miss that could loom large in the group standings.
📊 Match Summary
Final Score: Trinidad & Tobago 1-1 Haiti
Goals: Pierrot 49’ (HAI), García 68’ (TRI)
Red Card: Duverne 39’ (HAI)
Missed Penalty: Prunier 86’ (HAI)
Haiti finished with more shots and chances despite being down a player, but Trinidad and Tobago’s set-piece efficiency salvaged a point.
🗣️ Player & Coach Reactions
Frantzdy Pierrot (Haiti):
“We fought hard, even with 10 men. We had the chance to win it but football can be cruel.”
Dwight Yorke (Trinidad & Tobago Head Coach):
“We stayed patient, took our moment, and showed character. Still, we expect more.”
⏭️ Group D Outlook
With both teams earning a point, they sit at 0‑1‑1, keeping knockout round hopes alive.
Trinidad & Tobago will next face Saudi Arabia in Las Vegas.
Haiti take on USA in Dallas, with everything still to play for.
📍 @htownpulse covering Gold Cup action live from Shell Energy Stadium, Houston.
