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Laborda and White score goals, Whitecaps extend best start in club history, beat NYCFC 2-0
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The Vancouver Whitecaps defeated New York City FC 2-0, with goals from Mathias Laborda and Brian White. This victory marks the Whitecaps' best start in club history at 6-1-0.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Mathias Laborda and Brian White each scored a goal on Saturday, Yohei Takaoka had his fourth shutout of the season, and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat New York City FC 2-0. The Whitecaps (6-1-0) are off to their best start in club history (MLS era). Matt Freese had eight saves for NYCFC (3-2-2). Laborda opened the scoring in the 45th minute. Sebastian Berhalter played an arcing free kick to the center of the area and Laborda put away a leaping volley. Berhalter leads the team with nine goal contributions (four goals, five assists) this season. White flicked home a diving header, off an entry pass played by Bruno Caicedo, to cap the scoring in the 87th minute. The Whitecaps outshot NYCFC 23-12, 10-2 on target. The teams played for the first time since a 1-1 tie on Sept. 2, 2023. Vancouver went into the game leading MLS in goals scored with 17, while New York City (14) was tied with Dallas for second. \\\_ AP soccer:
Q&A
What were the key moments in the Vancouver Whitecaps vs NYCFC match?
Mathias Laborda scored the first goal in the 45th minute, followed by Brian White's goal in the 87th minute, securing a 2-0 victory for the Whitecaps.
How does the Vancouver Whitecaps' current season compare to previous seasons?
The Whitecaps are off to their best start in club history with a record of 6 wins and 1 loss, leading MLS in goals scored with 17.
