After providing the home crowd so much excitement in the opening match of the franchise, the Whitecaps followed up with a draw that many (media, players and supporters) claim was more memorable than the win against TFC. In the final 20 minutes, plus an extraordinary 5 minutes of injury time, the Caps turned a game that would have seen them face criticism and ridicule from the MLS world into a game that will be a highlight of their first season. Of course the grades below would have been lower if they didn’t score the two goals in injury time and they might be a little higher because of the comeback.
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Camilo: The diminutive Brazilian striker who torched the Maltese League last year announced his arrival in the MLS world with his two injury time goals. Camilo was involved in the setup of the first goal by Atiba Harris. His grade would have been high even without the goals as he created some great chances for himself and his teammates that weren’t finished. GRADE: A-
Atiba Harris: Another goal and solid performance by Atiba Harris in his third match with the Whitecaps. While he doesn’t have the greatest firsttouch, Harris consistently battles up front and is a load for defenders to handle which opens space for teammates. Even on his goal he made the wise decision by just guiding the ball into the net. GRADE: B