MAY 25 • THESTATE.COM
VANCOUVER 13-8-13 · 8TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
13-8-13 · 8TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
Minus Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Inter Miami visit Whitecaps Inter Miami will be playing without Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets when they travel to visit the Vancouver Whitecaps on Satur...
How Lionel Messi's magical visit to Vancouver fizzled Inter Miami decided to prioritize their players' health and big picture, so the Vancouver Whitecaps were left without their Big Ticket game.
MAY 24 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Adrian Cubas - Questionable vs. Inter Miami Cubas (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against Inter Miami.
Impact It's unclear what kind of issue is affecting Cubas, but losing the midfielder would be a huge blow for Vancouver given how important he is for the team. If he can't go Saturday, then Alessandro Schopf could emerge as his replacement.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Damir Kreilach - Not ready to return yet Kreilach (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against Inter Miami.
Impact Kreilach returned to team training this week, but he's not ready to return yet, meaning he'll be forced to sit out the match against Inter Miami. His next chance to feature will come against Sporting KC on Wednesday.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
No Messi in Vancouver? Anger, dismay and schadenfreude from Whitecaps fans News broke that none of Miami's big-name players were coming to Vancouver, save Jordi Alba, leaving a sold-out stadium short on star power
MAY 24 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Vancouver Whitecaps tell fans Lionel Messi is not expected to play when Inter Miami visits Saturday
The Vancouver Whitecaps have informed fans that superstar Lionel Messi is not expected to play when Inter Miami visits Vancouver on SaturdayMAY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Damir Kreilach - Returns to team training Kreilach (ankle) has returned to team training Thursday and could be an option to face Inter Miami on Saturday, Har Johal of Daily Hive Vancouver reports.
Impact Kreilach has been working on the side in recent days, but the fact he returned to team training bodes well for his chances of playing against Inter Miami, even if it's on a limited role off the bench. Kreilach has missed four games in a row and hasn't played for the Whitecaps since late April.
MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Lionel Messi injury has Vancouver soccer fans holding their breath for May 25 Inter Miami visits the Vancouver Whitecaps on May 25, and local soccer fans are hoping Lionel Messi has healed by then. Find out more.
MAY 22 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Damir Kreilach - Training individually Kreilach (ankle) trained off to the side during Monday's session, Har Journalist reports.
Impact Kreilach worked on his own off to the side Monday as he continues to work his way back from an ankle issue. The attacker is reportedly targeting a return before Saturday's clash with Miami, and a start on the training ground means he's trending that way.
MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Bjorn Utvik - Set for suspension return Utvik completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Inter Miami on Saturday.
Impact Utvik missed the 1-1 draw against Seattle over the weekend, but he will be eligible to return when the Whitecaps host Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Inter Miami's high-octane offense. Given he's been in and out of the lineup, and considering the opposition in front, Utvik shouldn't carry a lot of fantasy upside ahead of the weekend slate.
MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Karros hits walk-off three-run homer, Spokane Indians come back to beat Vancouver 10-9 May 19-Relief pitching can be a bit of an adventure, especially in the minor leagues. There’s often ...
MAY 20 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
Ryan Raposo - Returns to starting XI Raposo generated four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Raposo continued his yo-yo between the starting XI and substitute's bench Saturday, earning the start as Vancouver drew 1-1 with Seattle. In 2023, Raposo provided two assists over 27 appearances (16 starts). Through his first 13 appearances in 2024, Raposo has made seven starts. In that time, he has already exceeded his totals from 2023 with two goals and three assists. Raposo has created eight chances in his most recent five appearances (three starts) and will need a run of sustained positive form to earn his minutes in a crowded Vancouver squad.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Gauld - Converts late penalty Gauld scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Gauld took the responsibility of the penalty opportunity for Vancouver late into second half stoppage time Friday, converting to level the match and earn Vancouver a 1-1 draw. Gauld scored an MLS career-high 11 goals over 34 appearances (32 starts) in 2023. Through his first 13 appearances (13 starts) in 2024, Gauld has scored four goals and supplied one assist.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Yohei Takaoka - Concedes early in draw Takaoka recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Takaoka made one save during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Seattle. Unfortunately, his lone save produced a rebound that was slotted home by Jordan Morris. Over his past five starting appearances, Takaoka has conceded six goals, made 16 saves and recorded one clean sheet. Takaoka should be in for more action when Vancouver resume league play next Saturday against visitors Miami who lead MLS with 36 goals scored through their first 15 matches played.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Gauld, Whitecaps come away with tie vs. Sounders Ryan Gauld scored on a penalty kick in second-half stoppage time as the Vancouver Whitecaps rallied for a 1-1 draw with the host Seattle Sou...
MAY 19 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Ryan Gauld, Whitecaps come away with tie vs. Sounders Ryan Gauld scored on a penalty kick in second-half stoppage time as the Vancouver Whitecaps rallied for a 1-1 draw with the host Seattle Sou...
MAY 19 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Disputed penalty in final minutes gives Whitecaps a 1-1 draw against Sounders
Ryan Gauld scored on a penalty kick in the fifth minute of second half stoppage time, and the Vancouver Whitecaps salvaged a 1-1 draw with the Seattle SoundersMAY 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Yohei Takaoka - Two saves Wednesday Takaoka had two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Colorado Rapids.
Impact Takaoka didn't face too much volume even after the sending off, stopping all but one of the three shots he faced. It wasn't enough for the draw, and it's a second loss in a row for Takaoka. This is starting to look like his 2023 campaign, a hot start followed by the entire team cooling off.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Ali Ahmed - Busy in loss Ahmed registered six crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Colorado Rapids.
Impact Ahmed was one of the more creative options out wide throughout Wednesday's clash. The wing-back did well to get involved in the attack though after the first half red card his chances to get forward were few and far between. Ahmed should have more chances in a variety of roles, with decent attacking upside, especially out wide.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Gauld - Six corners in loss Gauld recorded six crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Colorado Rapids.
Impact Gauld sent in six corners but failed to get too much done in a tough mid-week clash. It's a second loss in a row for Vancouver, and a second shutout as well. It's certainly been a disappointing week for the Whitecaps but they are still in a good spot in the Western conference. Gauld will have some more tough matches in the coming weeks but he has upside with his role on set pieces even in close matches.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Damir Kreilach - Targeting Miami return Kreilach (ankle) is hoping to get back on the pitch before a May 25 clash with Miami, according to Har Johal.
Impact Kreilach has been working his way back through an ankle issue and is nearing a return, but won't be back on the training ground until after Saturday's trip to Seattle. Kreilach is targeting a return to match action against Miami, though that would depend on how he responds to training.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Colorado Rapids vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC | Full Match Highlights
MAY 16 • YOUTUBE
Whitecaps look to become road warriors again after disappointing loss at LAFC Whitecaps put in two days of training at the LAFC Performance Center before flying to Denver on Tuesday
MAY 14 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Colorado Rapids play the Vancouver Whitecaps in conference action
The Colorado Rapids and the Vancouver Whitecaps square off in conference playMAY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
