Dagenham & Redbridge midfielder Andre Boucaud can’t help Trinidad & Tobago beat United States

Andre Boucaud of Dagenham & Redbridge has 41 caps for Trinidad & Tobago (pic: David Simpson/TGS Photo) ©TGS Photo tgsphoto.co.uk +44 1376 553468

Daggers anchorman plays 77 minutes as Soca Warriors are beaten in World Cup qualifying

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Dagenham & Redbridge midfielder Andre Boucaud was unable to help Trinidad & Tobago overcome United States in the CONCACAF fourth round group stage of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup as the Soca Warriors were beaten 4-0 in Jacksonville.

The 31-year-old midfielder lasted 77 minutes at the EverBank Stadium, home to Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL), before being replaced by Kevan George.

By then, the game was already out of reach for Trinidad as Sacha Kljestan, Jozy Altidore (2) and Paul Arriola had all netted for the hosts.

Both teams went into Tuesday’s game knowing that qualification for the next round had already been secured, with the Soca Warriors progressing following a 2-2 draw at home to Guatemala on Friday.

In that match, Boucaud was also replaced by George, this time in the 66th minute, having been booked in the 14th minute at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain.

Carlos Ruiz initially put the visitors in front, but a brace from Joevin Jones saw Trinidad to come from behind to take the lead.

However, with just three minutes remaining, Ruiz struck for La Azul y Blanco to ensure a share of the spoils, which was enough for the Soca Warriors to progress.

While Boucaud has been away on international duty, Daggers have lost twice in the National League and manager John Still will hope his man returns fit enough to start at Solihull Moors on Saturday.