>
Veteran Woodley Gets Another Call-up as Derek King Guides Soca Warriors Into Nations League Action
Warriors Return To CONCACAF Arena for Double Header
As football action returns to the CONCACAF region, the Soca Warriors of Trinidad and Tobago are back in action in the Nations League under new head coach Derek King. The former T&T defender has named his squad for the upcoming set of matches with veteran midfielder Densil Theobald amongst the notable inclusions.
Soca Warriors On The Rise
The Soca Warriors are aiming to make a statement under the guidance of King, who has been tasked with improving the team's fortunes on the international stage. Ranked 108th in FIFA's rankings, Trinidad and Tobago is hoping to climb back up the ladder and secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Warriors have been handed a tough test in the Nations League, having been drawn in a group alongside Mexico, Suriname, and Guatemala. The team will open their campaign with a pair of matches at the CONCACAF Arena in California, facing off against Guatemala on March 24 and Mexico three days later.
Woodley Returns To The Fold
One of the most experienced players in the squad is midfielder Densil Theobald, who has been recalled to the national team after a two-year absence. The 36-year-old is a veteran of over 100 international caps and is known for his leadership and composure on the field.
Theobald will be joined in midfield by a host of talented young players, including Kevin Molino, Neveal Hackshaw, and Ryan Telfer. The Warriors will also have a solid defensive unit led by experienced goalkeeper Marvin Phillip and defenders Sheldon Bateau and Justin Hoyte.
King Confident Soca Warriors Can Surprise
Head coach Derek King is confident that his team can surprise opponents in the Nations League. “We have a good mix of experienced players and young talent in this squad,” he said. “We know it will be a tough challenge, but we are determined to make a positive impression.
The Soca Warriors will need to be at their best if they want to achieve their goals in the Nations League. The team has a proud history in international football, reaching the 2006 FIFA World Cup and winning the Caribbean Cup on several occasions.
King will be hoping that his team can build on those past successes and write a new chapter in the history of Trinidad and Tobago football. The Warriors will be looking to make a statement in the Nations League and show that they are a force to be reckoned with in the CONCACAF region.