By Canadian Press

Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Russell Teibert undergoes ankle surgery

Oct 18, 2022 | 10:32 AM

Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Russell Teibert has undergone successful surgery on his right ankle. 

The club says the 29-year-old is expected to make a full recovery ahead of next season’s training camp. 

The Whitecaps did not release any details on when or how Teibert sustained the ankle injury.

He made 33 appearances for the ‘Caps last season, including 28 starts, and registered one assist. 

Hailing from Niagara Falls, Ont., Teibert is a product of the Whitecaps academy system and has played 286 games for the club, scoring five goals and contributing 23 assists. 

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 18, 2022.

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