Vancouver Whitecaps captain Gauld returns ahead of MLS season

Vancouver Whitecaps captain Jacob Gauld has completed a lengthy rehabilitation after a left‑leg hyperextension on March 3, 2025, which required arthroscopic knee surgery in Innsbruck, Austria. He made his comeback on Oct 1, scoring as the Whitecaps beat Vancouver FC in the Canadian Championship final and has added three goals and three assists in 15 appearances across all competitions. Gauld re‑entered the lineup on Wednesday, helping Vancouver defeat CPL side Cavalry FC 4‑1. The team, sitting first in the Western Conference (10‑2‑2), is also monitoring the recovery of left‑back Sam Adekugbe and centre‑back Ranko Veselinović. Vancouver prepares for a key MLS match against the Chicago Fire, who have bolstered their squad by signing free‑agent striker Robert Lewandowski. The Whitecaps aim to maintain their strong start to the season.