The Bahamas suffered their first defeat in the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying tournament this afternoon, in a 9-2 thumping by the USA.
They now miss out on the semifinals on goal difference, following El Salvador's 8-4 win over Jamaica.
It was the USA who drew first blood, with a fine turn and shot.
A second goal put the hosts further behind, but the Bahamas clawed their way back into the game, finishing the first third just 2-1 down.
The USA asserted their dominance in the second period, however, scoring four times without reply.
And that pattern continued into the final third, despite a stunning top corner consolation for the Bahamas which brought the noisy home crowd to their feet.
The USA scored three more to win convincingly and move into the semis.
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