Match report
Vancouver Whitecaps Defeat CS Cartagines 2-0 in CONCACAF Champions League
Vancouver Whitecaps
2–0
FT
CS Cartagines
Feb 26, 2026
In a tightly contested match, the Vancouver Whitecaps emerged victorious, defeating CS Cartagines 2-0 in the CONCACAF Champions League. The Whitecaps capitalized on key moments, scoring in the 58th and 80th minutes through K. G. Cabrera Nakamura and S. Berhalter, respectively. Despite facing a disciplined CS Cartagines side, the Whitecaps maintained their composure and secured a crucial win in the competition.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Vancouver Whitecaps 2–0 CS Cartagines
- • Goals: K. G. Cabrera Nakamura (58'), S. Berhalter (80')
- • Key cards: S. Zúñiga (28' Yellow), Luis Flores (37' Yellow), Douglas López (45' Yellow), É. Ocampo (73' Yellow), A. Cubas (85' Yellow)
- • Substitutions: Vancouver Whitecaps made multiple substitutions, including T. Blackmon and A. Jackson, while CS Cartagines saw multiple players come off the bench
Lineups
Vancouver Whitecaps
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Y. Takaoka (G)
- 18 E. Ocampo (D)
- 33 T. Blackmon (D)
- 6 R. Priso (D)
- 28 T. Johnson (D)
- 8 O. Larraz (M)
- 16 S. Berhalter (M)
- 11 E. Sabbi (M)
- 59 J. Badwal (M)
- 17 K. G. Cabrera Nakamura (M)
- 24 B. White (F)
Substitutes
- 32 I. Boehmer
- 30 A. Zendejas
- 41 N. Djordjevic
- 29 M. Gherasimencov
- 2 M. Laborda
- 20 A. Cubas
- 22 A. Jackson
- 26 J. Ngando
- 19 R. Elloumi
- 13 T. Muller
CS Cartagines
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 K. Briceno (G)
- 18 C. Barahona (D)
- 20 D. Mesen (D)
- 3 F. Faerron (D)
- 19 D. Gonzalez Hernandez (D)
- 31 J. Mora (M)
- 8 D. Lopez (M)
- 15 L. Flores (M)
- 24 S. Zuniga (M)
- 21 R. Marquez
- 10 C. Nunez (F)
Substitutes
- 34 D. Hidalgo
- 33 C. Moya
- 16 G. Castro
- 2 R. Cordero
- 5 M. Pereira
- 26 B. Alfaro
- 11 L. Alfaro
- 6 C. Montero
- 28 E. Fernandez
- 13 J. Gaete
Timeline
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28' CS Cartagines Card · Yellow CardS. Zúñiga
Foul
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37' CS Cartagines Card · Yellow CardLuis Flores
Foul
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45'+1 CS Cartagines Card · Yellow CardDouglas López
Argument
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46' Vancouver Whitecaps subst · Substitution 1Off: Oliver Larraz · On: T. Müller
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55' CS Cartagines subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Gonzalez Hernandez · On: M. Pereira
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55' CS Cartagines subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Mora · On: J. Gaete
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58' Vancouver Whitecaps Goal · Normal GoalK. G. Cabrera Nakamura · Assist: T. Blackmon
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62' Vancouver Whitecaps subst · Substitution 2Off: E. Sabbi · On: A. Jackson
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67' CS Cartagines subst · Substitution 3Off: Douglas López · On: E. Fernandez
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72' Vancouver Whitecaps subst · Substitution 3Off: K. G. Cabrera Nakamura · On: A. Cubas
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72' Vancouver Whitecaps subst · Substitution 4Off: B. White · On: R. Elloumi
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73' Vancouver Whitecaps Card · Yellow CardÉ. Ocampo
Foul
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80' Vancouver Whitecaps Goal · Normal GoalS. Berhalter
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82' CS Cartagines subst · Substitution 4Off: S. Zúñiga · On: G. Castro
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82' CS Cartagines subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Marquez · On: C. Montero
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85' Vancouver Whitecaps Card · Yellow CardA. Cubas
Foul
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86' Vancouver Whitecaps subst · Substitution 5Off: É. Ocampo · On: Mathías Laborda
Match Stats
| Stat | Vancouver Whitecaps | CS Cartagines |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 90% | 71% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 21 | 5 |
| Corners | 7 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 612 | 286 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 0 |
| xG | 3.20 | 0.26 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 2 |
| Possession | 68% | 32% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 549 | 204 |
| Shots Inside Box | 15 | 0 |
| Saves | 0 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ K. G. Cabrera Nakamura's goal in the 58th minute broke the deadlock and gave the Whitecaps the lead, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
- ▸ S. Berhalter's second goal in the 80th minute solidified the victory, ensuring Vancouver Whitecaps maintained control and sealed their win in the CONCACAF Champions League.