Vancouver Team News Page 16 - Soccer

Damir Kreilach - Out against LAFC Kreilach (ankle) won't be available to face LAFC on Saturday, Har Johal of The Daily Hive Vancouver reports.

Impact Kreilach was doing exercises in the gym and didn't train with the rest of the group during Thursday's session, which effectively will rule him out of playing over the weekend. His next chance to play will come against Colorado on May 15, but his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions, as he hasn't started a game since March 31.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Adekugbe - Ruled out to face LAFC Adekugbe (calf) won't be available to face LAFC on Saturday, Har Johal of The Daily Hive Vancouver reports.

Impact Adekugbe was doing exercises in the gym and didn't train with the rest of the group during Thursday's session, which effectively will rule him out of playing over the weekend. The injury comes at a bad time for him, as he had started each of Colorado's last three games. Adekugbe's next chance to play will come against Colorado on May 15.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Cavalry drops first leg in Canadian Championship quarter with Whitecaps Cavalry FC drops first leg in Canadian Championship with visiting Vancouver Whitecaps

MAY 8 • CALGARYHERALD.COM

Yohei Takaoka - Single save in draw Takaoka recorded one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC.

Impact Takaoka faced just one shot and stopped it to come away with the clean sheet Saturday. The goalkeeper isn't going to have many clean sheets easier than that. On the whole it was a solid showing, though he clearly wasn't overly tested, as the defense in front of him limited any dangerous chances.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Raposo - Six crosses in draw Raposo had one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Raposo sent in six crosses, three from open play, but just couldn't find any efficient end product. He had his chances, but none of them came to fruition. Raposo will hope to build on this showing moving forward, though rotation has been a constant in the midfield for Vancouver, so Raposo may not be a consistent option to go the full 90.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Fafa Picault - Five shots Saturday Picault recorded five shots (two on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Picault was throwing everything forward to try and finding a crucial goal during Saturday's draw. In the end he came up short, but it was still a nice performance from the forward, who seems to be revitalized in the Vancouver attack. Picault will hope to keep this good form rolling as Vancouver fight for the top spot in the West.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Gauld - Busy in draw Gauld registered eight shots (two on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Gauld peppered the Austin goal throughout Saturday's draw, but just couldn't manage to break the deadlock. The result is disappointing, but the volume continues to be exceptional for Gauld. He will be a top option moving forward in an impressive Vancouver attack.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Austin FC | Full Match Highlights

MAY 5 • YOUTUBE

Sam Adekugbe - Leaves with calf injury Adekugbe was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Austin due to a calf injury.

Impact Adekugbe left the match in the 43rd minute being replaced by Ryan Raposo. The extent of Adekugbe's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match with LAFC.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Damir Kreilach - Out with ankle Kreilach (ankle) is out for Saturday's clash with Austin, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kreilach is set to miss Saturday's clash entirely with the ankle injury. The forward has only been used off the bench in the last three matches and it appears that role would continue even when he's fit once more. Kreilach's next chance to return will be a May 11 trip to LAFC.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Tristan Blackmon - Takes three shots in draw Saturday Blackmon had three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls. He also added six clearances and two blocked shots.

Impact The three shots were a season-high mark for the defender, who had racked up just three total shots throughout his previous eight appearances. That's not likely to be the norm going forward, though, as Blackmon earns most of his fantasy upside due to his defensive stats. He's racked up 42 clearances through his nine appearances (eight starts) this season.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Raposo - Credited with assist Saturday Raposo assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York Red Bulls. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Raposo was a constant threat pushing the lines forward for the Whitecaps, and one of his blistering runs on the right wing set up Brian White's goal with a perfect low cross. Raposo has only five starts across his nine appearances, but he's been productive so far, notching two goals and three assists.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Brian White - Scores in draw vs. NYRB White scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls.

Impact White has been one of the most prolific strikers in MLS over the last few weeks, bagging goals in four straight contests and five of his previous six appearances. The undisputed scoring reference for the Whitecaps, White has also cracked the scoresheet in his last six outings, bagging five goals and two appearances in that span. Furthermore, the striker is also efficient, as he's averaging just 2.5 shots per game this season.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Yohei Takaoka - Makes eight saves Saturday Takaoka registered eight saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact The eight saves were a season-high mark for Takaoka, who was coming off seven straight outings with two or three saves. He's averaging 3.1 saves per match this season, and he's also registered three clean sheets over nine appearances. He will have another tough matchup at home against Austin on Saturday.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Twellman's Takes: It's time to pay attention to Vancouver Whitecaps FC | MLSSoccer.com Through Matchday 11, Vancouver Whitecaps FC are staking their claim as a legitimate Western Conference contender.

APRIL 29 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Adrian Cubas - Set for suspension return Cubas completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Austin on Saturday.

Impact Cubas missed the 1-1 draw against the Red Bulls due to yellow-card accumulation, but the central midfielder should return against Austin in his regular role in central midfield. Cubas only has one assist across seven starts this season, so his fantasy appeal isn't very high outside of what he can do via his defensive stats.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps & Brian White: A genuine threat? | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

APRIL 28 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Red Bulls survive red card, draw with Whitecaps The New York Red Bulls and Vancouver Whitecaps settled for a point apiece Saturday evening, playing to a 1-1 draw in Harrison, N.J.Lewis Mor...

APRIL 28 • KANSASCITY.COM

New York Red Bulls vs. Vancouver Whitecaps | Full Match Highlights

APRIL 28 • YOUTUBE

Brian White makes Vancouver Whitecaps history in Red Bull Arena return | MLSSoccer.com Brian White only needed 15 minutes to make Vancouver Whitecaps FC history Saturday night in his return to Red Bull Arena.

APRIL 28 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Alessandro Schopf - 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

Fafa Picault - Available Saturday Picault (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Picault is back on the bench for Saturday's clash after returning to training earlier in the week. The forward was in excellent form before his back injury and could compete for a spot in the starting XI in the coming weeks.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Belal Halbouni - Back on bench Halbouni (hand) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to RBNY.

Impact Halbouni is back on the bench after a hand injury ruled him out earlier in the month. The defender is still waiting for his debut with the Whitecaps, but could be in for a chance off the bench.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Whitecaps, Red Bulls on solid footing entering rare matchup A rare meeting between inter-conference opponents is set for Saturday night as the New York Red Bulls and the visiting Vancouver Whitecaps f...

APRIL 26 • SACBEE.COM

The villain and the virtuous: How Whitecaps Brian White will ease the pain of the past White can become the all-time leading scorer in Whitecaps history this weekend, by taking the crown from the infamous Camilo.

APRIL 26 • THEPROVINCE.COM

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