CARSON, CA - A second-half goal from Tosaint Ricketts lifted Vancouver Whitecaps FC to a 1-0 road victory over LA Galaxy on Saturday evening, spoiling the highly-anticipated home debut of Mexican superstar Chicharito at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The 'Caps received a solid team effort across the board to secure their first win of the MLS season, including from Janio Bikel, Ryan Raposo, and Leonard Owusu, who each made their MLS debut on the evening.
Bikel got the start at right back in place of the injured Jake Nerwinski, and was instrumental in keeping Cristian Pavón off the score sheet for the first time in 10 league matches dating back to last season.