Whitecaps defeat Earthquakes 2-0 in Vancouver match
- Fafá Picault scored the opening goal for the Whitecaps in the 35th minute, assisted by Ryan Gauld.
- Stuart Armstrong added a second goal in the 86th minute, marking his first of the season.
- The Whitecaps' victory improves their standing, while the Earthquakes continue to struggle this season.
On Saturday night in Vancouver, the Whitecaps secured a 2-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes. Fafá Picault opened the scoring in the 35th minute, heading the ball into the net after a corner kick taken by Ryan Gauld. This goal marked Picault's ninth of the season, while Gauld recorded his 11th assist. The Whitecaps maintained their lead into halftime, showcasing solid defensive play. In the second half, Stuart Armstrong, who had just entered the match as a substitute, extended the lead with a goal in the 86th minute. This was Armstrong's first goal of the season, highlighting his impact in his second career appearance for the team. The Whitecaps' offense was complemented by a strong defensive performance, with goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka making two saves to achieve his seventh clean sheet of the season. San Jose's Daniel De Sousa Britto had a standout performance despite the loss, recording a career-high nine saves in his seventh start of the season. The Earthquakes struggled to find the back of the net, continuing their challenging season with a record of 5-21-2. Following this match, the Whitecaps will travel to face the Houston Dynamo, while the Earthquakes are set to play against the Seattle Sounders. The outcome of this match further solidifies the Whitecaps' position in the league, as they aim for a strong finish to the season.