What Happened
Vancouver Whitecaps FC are set to face CS Cartaginés on Wednesday, February 25, in the Second Leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup, Round One at BC Place. The teams previously played to a scoreless draw in Cartago, Costa Rica, necessitating a decisive outcome in the upcoming match. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. PT, with stadium gates opening at 5:30 p.m. PT.
Why It Matters
The match is crucial for the Whitecaps as they seek to progress to the Round of 16, where they would face Seattle Sounders FC. This game follows a successful start to their 2026 MLS regular season, where they secured a 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake, marking their 500th MLS regular season match. The Whitecaps have high expectations this season, having retained most of their squad from last year and added key players, including AZ Jackson.
What’s Next
Should the Vancouver Whitecaps win against CS Cartaginés, they will advance to face the Seattle Sounders FC in the next round of the Concacaf Champions Cup. Additionally, they will continue their MLS campaign with a match against Toronto FC, as they aim to build on their early season momentum.
