mls-en : Vancouver Whitecaps vs Austin, 2023-07-13

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13/07/2023 06h33

In a thrilling Major League Soccer face-off, the Vancouver Whitecaps emerged victorious against Austin with a scoreline of 2-1 last night. The game took place at the BC Place, Vancouver, that was buzzing with excitement and anticipation for the match.

Pedro Vite gave the Whitecaps an early lead, netting an impressive goal in the 1st minute, cheered by the enthusiastic crowd. His goal was assisted by Brian White. However, the visitors retaliated after halftime; R. Redes of Austin equalized the score to 1-1 in the 47th minute.

The decisive moment arrived in the 72nd minute when S. Córdova, after coming on for Alessandro Schöpf, scored the match-winning goal for the Vancouver Whitecaps. It was Ryan Gauld who supplied the assist, showing the importance of his presence in the field this match.

Discipline was strict in the match. Andrés Cubas was booked with a yellow card in the 87th minute while Tristan Blackmon was booked in the 90+10 minute for the home side.

The Whitecaps made several substitutions during the match, bringing on S. Córdova, R. Raposo, D. Caicedo, and J. Ngando for added dynamism.

On the social media front, some fans amusedly suggested taking a shot every time a commentator named the wrong player, making for an engaging and humor-filled night.

Looking ahead, the Vancouver Whitecaps are set to take on the LA Galaxy at home next. Austin, however, will be gearing up to host Sporting KC. Both matches are scheduled for the 16th of July, 2023. Fans across both sides will be eagerly waiting for their teams' next performance.

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