Whitecaps looking for third straight victory as rival Timbers visit Vancouver
VANCOUVER — Minus their captain and defensive leader, the Vancouver Whitecaps slammed the door shut on an opponent for the first time in nearly two months earlier this week.
The Major League Soccer club will be looking for a similar effort on Sunday against one of its biggest rivals.
The Whitecaps are set to host the Portland Timbers following Wednesday’s 1-0 road victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy — Vancouver’s first clean sheet since May 20 and just its fourth of the season.
“I thought we did tremendously well,” goalkeeper David Ousted told reporters following the victory at StubHub Center. “The guys put their body on the line blocking shots and making sure to clear headers.