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Sheffield United get welcome boost as winger delivers timely reminder of his quality in stunning international break win

Tahith Chong scored shortly after coming off the bench as Curaçao completed a stunning comeback, offering Sheffield United an encouraging reminder of what he can bring.

By Danny Hall · The Star

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 9:42 AM

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Tahith Chong scored as Curaçao overcame a 3-0 deficit to defeat Costa Rica 4-3 in the CONCACAF Nations League.
Chong entered the match as a 57th-minute substitute and scored from outside the penalty area nine minutes later.
The winger's performance marks a significant step toward full fitness after missing most of the season through injury.

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Sheffield United winger Tahith Chong delivered an encouraging performance on international duty, scoring as Curaçao overturned a three-goal deficit to defeat Costa Rica 4-3 in the CONCACAF Nations League. After entering the match in the 57th minute, Chong scored from outside the box in the 66th minute alongside goals from Kenji Gorre and Jordi Paulina.

Chong's contribution offers a significant fitness boost for Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder after the winger missed most of the season due to injury. United hopes Chong's return will ease the workload on teenage loanee Romelle Donovan ahead of their October 10 fixture against Lincoln City.

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