Overview

• The Vancouver Whitecaps won their MLS home opener for the first time since 2018, defeating the defending MLS Cup champions L.A. Galaxy 2-1.
• Sam Adekugbe scored an early goal in the third minute, but left the match later with a quad injury, the severity of which remains unclear.
• Brian White's decisive header in the 87th minute marked his first MLS goal of the season and continued his strong form across competitions.
• The Whitecaps, under new head coach Jesper Sorensen, have now won three consecutive matches in all competitions, including a dominant 4-1 victory over Portland last week.
• The Galaxy, struggling with roster changes and injuries, remain winless this season after also losing to expansion team San Diego FC in their opener.