Trinidad and Tobago vs Curaçao prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis October 5, 2026
On October 5, 2026, Trinidad and Tobago and Curaçao will face each other in Matchday 4 of Division A of the CONCACAF Nations League.
Trinidad and Tobago vs Curaçao: team news and expert analysis
Trinidad and Tobago reached the final round of World Cup qualifying, but collected just seven points from six matches there, finishing third. They began the current campaign against Haiti, losing 2-3. Then, against the Dominican Republic, they scored once but conceded twice to suffer another defeat. In their head-to-head meeting with their current opponents, they failed to respond to the visitors' goal.
Curaçao played at the World Cup in the summer. The debutants scored against Germany and held Ecuador to a goalless draw. They then produced a remarkable 4-3 comeback win over Costa Rica. Against Nicaragua, they followed that up with a crushing 6-1 victory.
The islanders score one goal while conceding twice in return. Advocaat's side average 2.67 goals scored and 1.33 conceded.
Previous matches: Trinidad and Tobago vs Curaçao
Trinidad and Tobago have had a narrow advantage: three wins to two defeats. However, both World Cup qualifying meetings last year ended in draws.
The hosts are struggling, so we expect another win for the visitors here, even with a -1.0-goal handicap (odds – 1.77).
Trinidad and Tobago vs Curaçao: key statistics and trends
- Trinidad and Tobago have lost nine matches in a row, although one of those defeats came on penalties after a draw
- Curaçao have won three matches in a row
Trinidad and Tobago vs Curaçao: possible starting lineups
Trinidad and Tobago play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Smith – Powder, Ngwenya, Henry, De Gannes – Phillips, Rampersad – Telfer, Moore, Sealy – Levi Garcia. Dantaye Gilbert is suspended after a red card, while Mitchell and James are ruled out with injuries.
Curaçao play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Room – Sambou, Gaari, Obispo, Floranus – Comenencia, Leandro Bacuna – Noslin, Juninho Bacuna, Thomas – Locadia. Fonville will miss the match.
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the CONCACAF Nations League standings