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Vancouver Whitecaps Stun Inter Miami 2-0 in Champions Cup Semifinal First Leg

Goals from Brian White and Sebastian Berhalter give Vancouver a decisive advantage as Miami faces an uphill battle in the return leg.

Vancouver Whitecaps v Inter Miami CF - CONCACAF Champions Cup
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Sebastian Berhalter celebrates after his goal in the Vancouver Whitecaps' 2-0 win over Inter Miami in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final, first-leg on Thursday.
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Overview

  • Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Inter Miami 2-0 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal, played at a sold-out BC Place with over 53,000 fans in attendance.
  • Brian White opened the scoring in the 24th minute with a well-timed header, while Sebastian Berhalter sealed the match with a late second goal in the 85th minute.
  • Lionel Messi featured for Inter Miami but struggled to make a significant impact, with Vancouver effectively neutralizing his influence through disciplined defending.
  • The two-leg series will determine which team advances to the Champions Cup final to face a Mexican club, with the second leg scheduled for April 30 in Miami.
  • Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano emphasized the importance of the semifinal, calling it one of the most significant matches in the club's history.