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Creates single chance Ahmed recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Chicago Fire.

Impact Ahmed created one chances in his second start in a row, though this time he played just 60 minutes. The attacking midfielder is back from a long-term injury and seems set to take a substantial role in attacking midfield. Ahmed could see rotation with Pedro Vite and Alessandro Schopf both options in the same role.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Ahmed (foot) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with LA Galaxy.

Impact Ahmed returns to the bench Saturday after a foot injury landed him on the injury report. The defender made a full return to team training earlier in the week and suffered no set-backs as he made his way back onto the bench.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with foot injury Ahmed (foot) is questionable for Saturday's match against the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Ahmed picked up a foot injury while on international duty with Canada and is in doubt for Saturday. He has not played in an MLS match since May 21, recording a goal and an assist in 10 appearances, six of them coming as starts. The midfielder has also been dealing with different injuries this season that has left him on the sidelines for most of the campaign.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Departing for Gold Cup Ahmed will miss at least Vancouver's next two MLS games while linking up with Canada's national team for the upcoming Gold Cup from June 24-July 16.

Impact Ahmed returned from concussion protocol and was ready to start Wednesday's clash against the Rapids before a weather delay postponed the match. He's now departing the club for a few weeks to compete at the Gold Cup with Canada.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Wednesday Ahmed is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Ahmed passed concussion protocol and is back in the lineup after missing the last four matches. He will get his first start since May 21 and his seventh in 11 appearances thus far.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Ahmed (concussion) is expected to be available for Wednesday's clash against the Rapids before leaving for the Gold Cup with Canada, the Daily Hive Vancouver reports.

Impact Ahmed has missed the Whitecaps' last four league games since suffering a serious head injury during the Canadian Championship semifinals in late May, but he's been selected to Canada's Gold Cup roster later this month and might be able to return to action for his club beforehand this week.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Ahmed (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Ahmed was upgraded to questionable in the Vancouver injury report despite missing the Canadian Championship final Wednesday. The midfielder has missed three matches but could be an option off the bench if he's able to progress through all concussion protocols. Ahmed has been training individually and with no contact in the build up to Saturday's match.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doing partial training Ahmed (concussion) has been training with no contact with the Whitecaps and won't be fit to play in time for Wednesday's Canadian Championship Final, manager Vanni Sartini told the...

Impact Ahmed has missed Vancouver's last three league games with a concussion he suffered in late May, and he will not be available in the cup final against Montreal on Wednesday either.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Ahmed (concussion) is listed as out for Saturday's clash with Kansas City, according to the Whitecaps injury report.

Impact Ahmed is out once more after suffering a serious head injury during the Canadian Championship semifinals. It remains to be seen what the timeline for Ahmed's return is, but with a serious concussion it's possible he's facing a long absence while he works to clear concussion protocols.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers serious head injury Ahmed suffered a concussion that left him unconscious momentarily, but later regain conscious and was transported to Victoria General Hospital during Wedesday's 3-0 win against Pac...

Impact It was a scary moment for Ahmed, who suffered a severe head injury Wednesday. The good news is that CT scans returned normal and he will continue to stay in the hospital for further evaluation. This could leave him sidelined for a few matches and will surely miss Saturday's trip to St. Louis City SC. In the league, the midfielder's made five starts in the last seven matches, totaling a goal and an assist with 23 tackles (16 won) in that span. Andres Cubas, Julian Gressel and Alessandro Schopf are expected to start in the midfield Saturday.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whitecaps leading against Pacific, but all thoughts are with Ali Ahmed after horrific injury The Whitecaps midfielder was taken to hospital, but his status wasn't immediately known

MAY 25, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Wins three tackles in draw Ahmed made a block, two interceptions and won three of four tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC.

Impact Ahmed has now started three consecutive MLS matches in midfield while Alessandro Schopf (hamstring) has been out injured, and he defended well to help keep a clean sheet against Austin on Saturday.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First start, first goal Ahmed scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Sunday's 5-0 win over CF Montreal.

Impact Ahmed made his first MLS senior start and opened his tallies for goals and assists. It was a dream debut start as the midfielder made the most of every chance that came his way to pick apart the defense. Ahmed's been a largely bench option before Saturday's win, and will likely remain a more rotational option. That said he has appeared in four of the six opening matches.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Becher sparks Vancouver to 5-0 victory over Montreal

Simon Becher scored two goals and added an assist to power the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 5-0 victory over CF Montreal

APRIL 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Vancouver Whitecaps sign wingback Ali Ahmed from MLS NEXT Pro | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Vancouver Whitecaps FC have promoted wingback Ali Ahmed from their MLS NEXT Pro side, the club announced We...

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Promoted to first team Ahmed has signed a three-year contract with the Whitecaps with the option to extend for an additional season, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Ahmed tallied five assists in 15 MLS NEXT Pro appearances with Vancouver Whitecaps 2 last season, and he has already featured twice off the bench in MLS as well. The 22-year-old is now making the step up to the senior team, where he can compete with Ryan Raposo and Luis Martins for the starting left wing-back spot, as he's signed on with the club through the 2025 campaign at least.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Becher sparks Vancouver to 5-0 victory over Montreal