Gary Darrell must be concerned about the injuries, which continue to plague several of his key players.

Starters Sammy Swan and Kentoine Jennings both came out of the Haiti match a little worse for wear while United States professional David Bascome and former skipper Dennis Brown are still tending to knocks received earlier.

The first leg of the home-and-away series proved painful for Swan as he suffered a bruised shoulder when he clashed with Haitian defender Chrismonor Thelisma while challenging for the ball and later had to be stretchered off the pitch. This has restricted his arm's mobility with him having to carry it in a sling.

Fortunately for Bermuda, it is not expected to keep Swan out of action for long and he should be able to resume work-outs with the squad soon. This will no doubt delight Darrell as Swan proved his most effective weapon against the foreign opposition, causing their defence problems with his probing runs.

English professional Kentoine Jennings also received his knock against the Haitians and had an ice pack on his left knee immediately after the match.

But Jennings, Bermuda's main cog in midfield was quick to allay any doubts about his availability.

"I'm going to be ready for Haiti...this (knee) is not going to stop me from going,'' said Jennings, who was named man of the match in Bermuda's first World Cup victory. "Even if I have to do it with one leg I'm going to play.'' The most worrisome situation for the coaching staff, however, involves Bascome, the Island's United States-based professional, who is yet to receive a definitive diagnosis of the back ailment he has been burdened with since February.

Said Bascome: "They (doctors) took X-rays but they don't know what the problem really is.

"I think it is a little more than what I thought it was but I hope it is not serious.'' It was originally believed that the back pain was caused by the constant pounding on the astroturf playing surface used in the indoor game. Bascome's trainer with National Professional Soccer League team Harrisburg Heat had suggested that rest might be the cure but so far the condition has not improved.

"I've been in touch with my team trainer to report my condition,'' said an obviously concerned Bascome. "I may be going back up soon if it doesn't get any better.'' It appears that Bascome, 1990-91 Most Valuable Player, will not be able to travel to Haiti with the team for the return leg.

The only other worry for Bermuda is that of Brown, the stalwart defensive star, whose calf has been his source of aggravation.

Brown captained the side during their first match in Jamaica against professional team Wavers where he became the victim of vicious tackle in the first half.

This latest injury continues an unenviable streak that has seen Brown play only a handful of matches this past season. Manager Darrell would surely want to have the services of his longest-serving member who has the ability to take control on the field and lead...especially in Haiti.

SAMMY SWAN -- Shoulder problem.