Alessandro Schopf - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Option declined Schopf's option for 2025 was declined, but he remains in negotiations.

Impact Schopf's third season with Vancouver was his best, he played the most minutes (2,043) and made the most starts (34) of his MLS career. The midfielder could compete for minutes if brought back, but he didn't show enough for Vancouver to extend his current deal.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance Schopf recorded two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Schopf got forward decently during Sunday's match, creating a chance and taking a pair of shots. It wasn't an incredible performance by any means, but on the whole it was a decent showing against top opposition. Schopf could see more chances in the second match of the opening series in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Wednesday Schopf has completed his one match suspension and will be an option for Wednesday's trip to Minnesota.

Impact Schopf missed his second match since June 15, giving him just two appearances this month. He's totaled seven starts in the last seven appearances, recording 10 shots (two on target), five crosses, four tackles and four clearances in that span.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Schopf was sent off in the second half of Saturday's 2-0 loss to Portland.

Impact Schopf was shown his second yellow card of the match in the 52nd minute forcing Vancouver down to ten men. The defender will miss next week's match against St. Louis through suspension.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Fully training Schopf (illness) is back to full training ahead of Saturday's trip to Portland, per Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Schopf had to miss last match with an illness, but looks to be good to go after training with the team Tuesday. He's started five of the last six games played, while making 12 starts in 14 appearances. With Andres Cubas set to link up with Paraguay for Copa America, the midfielder will surely slide right back into the starting XI, alongside Pedro Vite or Sebastian Berhalter for Vancouver.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Schopf has been dealing with an illness this week and could be listed as questionable for Saturday's game against New England, Har Johal of The Daily Hive Vancouver reports.

Impact Schopf has been a regular for the Whitecaps in midfield. and his absence could represent a huge problem for a Vancouver team that's also without Andres Cubas (international duty) for Saturday. Schopf has started in 12 of his 14 appearances this season, registering one goal and one assist.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Out against RBNY Schopf is out for Saturday's trip to RBNY.

Impact Schopf wasn't included o the injury report so this is a bit of surprise, especially since he's started every match to start the season. Sebastian Berhalter comes into the starting XI in central midfield to replace Schopf, who will hope to return for a May 4 clash with Austin.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Toronto FC Schopf assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Schopf set up the second goal of the game for Fafa Picault in the 29th minute. Schopf completed a dribble and also contributed defensively with two tackles, two interceptions and a clearance. He has already recorded two goal involvements this season. This is already more than his single goal involvement in the entirety of the last season.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late in win Schopf scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Schopf was brought on for the final 20 minutes during Saturday's clash and he was an instant impact-maker. He scored the winning goal just moments after coming on and then he kept the midfield calm in the final minutes of the match. Schopf will see minutes in the starting XI and off the bench but this type of performance will keep him in the XI more often than not.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

One shot on target in opener Schopf attempted one shot on target in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte.

Impact Schopf started in central midfield and logged 68 minutes, but he struggled to make a significant impact in the attacking third. He should remain in the starting lineup when the Whitecaps take on the Earthquakes on Saturday.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Limited off bench Schopf had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minut...

Impact Schopf fell to the bench for what turned out to be Vancouver's elimination game. It's an awfully disappointing end to the season for Schopf, who made 30 appearances (22 starts) and had seemingly earned a consistent role. Still some poor form in the closing stages evidently cost Schopf, and left him with just nine minutes to try and keep the season alive Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy off bench Schopf had two tackles (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Schopf came off the bench for the final 30 minutes and had plenty to do defensively, but failed to get forward and cause any dangerous chances. All-in-all it's been a disappointing run for Schopf, who is up to just a single goal and assist in 27 appearances, largely in attacking midfield.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Schopf is back on the lineup for Wednesday's match against the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Schopf has been suffering from a groin injury, but has recovered and will start Wednesday. He's started five times in the last seven games played, totaling 15 tackles (nine won) in that span.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Schopf (groin) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's trip to Colorado.

Impact Schopf is expected to get the start in the midfield Wednesday after missing last match with groin tightness. He's made five starts in seven appearances, totaling 15 tackles (nine won) and three interceptions in that span.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Schopf (groin tightness) is out for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Schopf is out for a second straight match after sitting on the sideline during Wednesday's Canadian Championship final. Russell Teibert got the start during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Montreal and could take over the same role in central midfield once more. Schopf has an extended break to recover before a June 21 trip to Colorado.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in return to XI Schopf created a chance and won two of four tackles in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Schopf made his first appearance since March on Saturday after recovering from a hamstring injury, taking back over his starting spot in midfield from Ali Ahmed.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Schopf (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Colorado.

Impact Schopf returns to the bench Saturday after being taken off the injury report earlier in the week. The midfielder isn't quite fit to start, and with Ali Ahmed in good form there is no reason to rush Schopf back into the first team.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Schopf (hamstring) is no longer listed in Vancouver's injury report heading into Saturday's clash against the Rapids.

Impact Schopf has missed the Whitecaps' last three MLS games with a hamstring injury he suffered in late March, but he might be fit enough to return to availability against Colorado this weekend. Ali Ahmed has been replacing him alongside Andres Cubas and Julian Gressel in midfield.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Portland Schopf (hamstring) will miss Saturday's clash against the Timbers, according to Vancouver's injury report for the match.

Impact Schopf is set to miss a second consecutive game Saturday with this hamstring issue. Ali Ahmed or Sebastian Berhalter should continue as his replacement alongside Julian Gressel and Andres Cubas in midfield.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Schopf has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against CF Montreal with a hamstring injury, according to Vancouver's injury report.

Impact Schopf has started four of the Whitecaps' five MLS matches in midfield this season, but he will miss out Saturday due to injury. Andres Cubas (not injury related) should replace him in the XI as he returns from international duty.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Schopf took a shot and created two chances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Minnesota United. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Schopf returned to the XI in midfield Saturday after recovering from a minor ankle sprain, and he posted his second game with at least a shot and a chance created this season.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Schopf (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Galaxy.

Impact Schopf picked up an ankle sprain but is back on the bench for Saturday's clash. The midfielder has had a consistent presence in the starting XI for the most part, meaning a presence on the bench could speak to struggles with his fitness.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle sprain Schopf is listed as probable in Vancouver's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Galaxy due to a sprained ankle.

Impact Schopf was not involved in Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions League loss to Real Espana (a victory for the Whitecaps on aggregate), and he's now a minor concern for Saturday's match with an ankle sprain. Sebastian Berhalter and Russell Teibert (ankle) could both replace him in midfield if necessary.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Dallas Schopf took two shots and created two chances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas. He also made a clearance and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Schopf recovered from a knock on his ankle to start Saturday's match in midfield, and he was effective on both sides of the ball as Vancouver earned its first point of the season. He's taken five shots (two on target) with two chances created across three games in 2023.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dallas Schopf (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Dallas.

Impact Schopf started midweek in CCL and he remains in the starting XI Saturday despite picking up an ankle issue. Playing in a midfield role, he's produced three shots (two on target) and two inaccurate crosses through two matches, while also committing a couple fouls. He's never held massive upside, but he's at least getting shots on target, something he didn't do in seven MLS appearances last season.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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