Trinidad follow up ridiculously lucky own goal with absolute screamer against USA

By James Kilpatrick
published

A moment of downright bad luck for the USA was followed by another of pure class from hosts Trinidad – and ensured the USMNT won't be on the plane to Russia

Omar Gonzalez own goal

Trinidad took a shock lead in the 17th minute through a bizarre Omar Gonzalez own goal at the Ato Boldon Stadium.

As the Pachuca centre-back attempted to hoof danger away from his penalty box, he ended up spectacularly slicing his clearance over the head of Tim Howard to put Trinidad a goal up.

Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access

Enjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1

*Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription

Join now for unlimited access

Try first month for just £1 / $1 / €1

James Kilpatrick