ANALYSIS – The Vancouver Whitecaps recorded their first win of the 2023 MLS season and did so in style. They swept away a poor CF Montreal side by five goals to nil, with starring roles by the young bucks of Simon Becher and Ali Ahmed. Three Takeaways: Whitecaps Whitewash Montreal 5-0 #1: Young Canadians The Difference With injuries to Ryan Gauld and Alessandro Schopf in the … [Read more...] about Three Takeaways: Whitecaps Whitewash Montreal at BC Place
LA Galaxy Post Match Talking Points, April 1; Galaxy Loss “Unacceptable”
Los Angeles Galaxy Center Back Jalen Neal celebrates scoring the first goal of his MLS career. His goal and play were the bright spots in another Galaxy loss, as they fell 2-1 at home to the Seattle Sounders on April 1, 2023. (Photo Credit: LA Galaxy) Los Angeles – The Los Angeles Galaxy had already slumped to their worst start in club history in 2023. Their already turbulent … [Read more...] about LA Galaxy Post Match Talking Points, April 1; Galaxy Loss “Unacceptable”
Portland Thorns Post-Match Talking Points, April 1
In a rematch of last year’s championship final, the Portland Thorns continued their dominant start to the 2023 season. The Thorns went into a packed Children’s Mercy Park and came out victorious against the Kansas City Current 4-1. Along with a hat trick from last year’s MVP, the country was treated to a stellar performance from the defending champs. Here are three Portland … [Read more...] about Portland Thorns Post-Match Talking Points, April 1
Three Takeaways: TFC Succeeds In Set-Pieces, but Gives up Lead
TORONTO, ON – TFC succeeds with set-pieces in Saturday’s game against Charlotte FC. However, they once again allow a comeback as Charlotte FC dominated the second half. Both defences were not particularly good today, as there was a lot of space being allowed from both teams today. TFC Succeeds With Set Pieces but Gives up a Two-Goal Lead Full Game Summary:#TFCLive did well … [Read more...] about Three Takeaways: TFC Succeeds In Set-Pieces, but Gives up Lead
“In My End Is My Beginning”: St. Louis City SC Lose to Minnesota
They are the only expansion team to start a season 4-0. They are one of the only three teams to start an MLS season 5-0. And on April first, they lost to Minnesota United FC. So what does that mean? “We are not superhuman after all,” said head coach Bradley Carnell after the match. “All credit to Minnesota. Adrian has done a magnificent job. But I’m really proud of my boys. We … [Read more...] about “In My End Is My Beginning”: St. Louis City SC Lose to Minnesota