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1XTRA NEWS: THE REAL TALK OF THE STREETS
Soca Warriors
Trinidad players
Hear the documentary
How far can Trinidad & Tobago's boys go? For the fans its soca and steel pan all the way!
They're the smallest country in the World Cup but have the biggest determination.

1Xtra's Helen Clegg checks out the Soca Warrior's road to Germany and chats to their loyal fans.

Players like Dwight Yorke and Shaka Hislop reveal how they feel about taking their country to the World Cup for the first time.

The Trini bachanal is coming to town live and direct!

Listen to Alex Jordan's World Cup Show
Can Trinidad & Tobago beat England? Would you put your money on the Soca Warriors? Is it spirit and determination that will take the Soca Warriors through? Or have they got the skills to go far? Who are you supporting in the World Cup?

Jackie James Warren
Trinidadian born who lived in England for many years now residing in San Diego, California, daughter of the late Horace James...I'm sure he was watching this one. Even though England took it in the last 7 mins, the Soco Warriors in my opinion have won for T&T and the Carribean. My flag couldn't have been any bigger as I enjoyed the game with some friends from England.Thank-you Warriors.

NATASHA VERNITER MOORE
with God all things are possible and this might just be our time for victory after all it has been seventeen years since our last world cup match

Melissa
I am a true Trini 2 De Bone and a Soca Warrior supporter, representing my country strong and proud! Everything is possible and I believe that we have a chance of beating England. If we don't, it doesn't matter. The great thing is that we have made it this far. All the Best T&T

out of petrol
i enjoyed watching them the other day,and they seemed really happy with thereselves i hope they get through the group stages,,(as long as England do to lol) its kool to see that in the world cup these days where usually its all violance etc but it wasn't, good luck to em!

Joanne
I'm so thrilled that Trinidad have made it this far in the World Cup. They played with dedication and spirit against the Swedes and I hope the warriors put up a good fight again England today. As a half Trinidadian and having spent some of my childhood in Trini, I will be saluting them with Vat 19! Good luck team!

Nikki
As a UK born Trini- I am repping the Soca Warriors till the end. I've put out a massive trini flag outside my house today to show all & sundry where my allegiances lie. I'm sporting a TnT flag on my desk in the office. I echo the sentiments off all the trinis worldwide- we are proud of the soca warriors accomplishment & win or lose they've made their mark on the World Cup.

Claudette
It dosen't matter if Trinidad beat England, although I hope they do, they have already proven that they are a force to reckon with by holding sweden to a goal less draw. Thats why England is quaking in their boots I am from Jamaica and I am backing Trinidad all the way, the Reggae boys made it to the World Cup but didn't get past the first round but I hope Trinidad do and make themselves, their Country,and the Caribbean people very proud, come on guys the whole of the Caribbean is behind you 100%. Go get them Soca Warriors, as Elephant man would say Trample them, Trample them, One Love.

Rena Fletcher
As an English girl who lived in Trinibago for 6 years, I'm feel truly torn. But nevertheless the Soca Warriors will appriciate the win 100 times more than England, and I'm backing the underdog, T&T all the way baby!!!

Marsha
As a Trinidadian, I am so proud that Trinidad has made it to the worldcup and it makes no different if they win or not today. They have done well to date. The vibe in Trinidad today is 'ireee' and it is a national holiday. There is nothing like abit of unity and everyone should join in the sprit of the sport!

Silver Bullet
The Silver Bullet says go TNT. It's twelve men and a round ball, buss it! We woud be happy with a 4-0 victory. We are all with you Soca Warriors. Good luck!

ALLYSON PRINCE
Well yes, I support the 'soca warriors' all the way to victory against England today. We've come a long way and just being in the world cup has done us proud. Win or loose 'we are the champions', but, 'we winning'. London Bridge will fall today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LEE
I have to say, im well impressed with the Warriors, they'ev got my deepest respect! they've got the heart and soul. but i have to to say "COME ON ENGLAND!"

MATT
the passion and confidence for the team to well against england is coupled with belief over sweden (i was there!) and the lack of respect given has fulled the passion of the soca warriors. win lose or draw we are the talk of the tounament not withstanding other teams, the so called minnows of the tournament (i.e togo, tnt, ivory coast etc, etc) have made it entertaining. who ever reads this felow football supporters, support the soca warriors and live the dream!!!!

Declan "Digga D" McIntosh
I say if they play their game well and counter, then they have every chance of scoring their first goal and proceeding to tha knock outs!!! As it's their first ever time in the World Cup, realistically i'm not expecting to much but for them to give their all every game as it comes!!

Alan
I wouldn't be surprised if England upsets T&T; I gather they'll be improved over their needing an own-goal to edge past Paraguay. But regardless, we Trinis in Seoul are goin' to gather (along with a couple English friends and other mad dogs). Our mid-afternoon weather is glorious and we hope it continues for the 1am (Korean time) start: liming on a nice li'l rootop patio, with some rum punch (albeit Koreanised) to knock back, even 3 tamarind balls. And a bottle of Matouk's (T'dad) pepper sauce (the roti skins arrive in 10 days from Toronto - we'll still be celebrating). Come join the fun, and bring some sweet socca music... Go Socca Warriors! Go T&T, go!

roger chin king
i'm already proud of the team.they gave there heart and soul against sweden.they left every thing on the field.they if they repeat that performance they will beat england.

Trini
The Soca Warriors will beat England since all of Trinidad and Tobago will be chanting 'London bridge is falling down' come June 15th. The players are determined to win and many of them have experience playing the English style of football. They have a great coach in Leo and a more than competent captain in Yorke. So sit back world and look on as the warriors take the stage.

Esau Peters
The united effort amongs the players and fans alike will bring the raggae boys successfully throught.

Vivek
To me, a born Trinidadian, i am most proud of the accomplishments thus far. I mean for the Sweden match the commentator was really out for us. I want to hear what he has to say at tomorrow's match, especially if he is English. If our Warriors do beat England, i do strongly suggest you come to our counntry to experience Carnival. If we lose, I certainly would not be disappointed because we have already proven what we're made of and who we are. We have nothing to lose and the world to win. As for the skill to go further, it may sound wierd, but the skill in our player lie in their hearts and now that they're strong willfully, we have a good chance. Rhythm will get us through...Lavantille Rhythm Section

Wainelle
It doesn't matter how far Trinidad and Tobago go in the World Cup or whether they beat England, they've done the entire Caribbean proud. That's why this Barbadian living in the UK is backing you, my Caribbean cousins. In true Trini spirit, we'll be partying alongside you when you play England. Win, lose or draw, go Soca Warriors!!!!



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