Belal Halbouni - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Signs new contract with Vancouver Halbouni (knee) has agreed to a new deal to remain with Vancouver Whitecaps until June 2027, with an option for the 2027/28 season, the team announced Friday.

Impact Halbouni didn't have his option picked up for 2026 but ultimately secured a new contract, looking to play a role in the Whitecaps' rotation for the upcoming campaign. Over his nine league starts in 2025, he averaged 3.4 clearances, 0.7 tackles and 0.6 interceptions per game while earning three clean sheets, although he closed the year in deficient form and suffered a knee injury. He's expected to remain in contention with Mathias Laborda and Tristan Blackmon at center-back.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Option not picked up Halbouni did not have his option picked up for 2026, however remains in discussing on a new deal with Vancouver.

Impact Halbouni's future in Vancouver is uncertain as contract discussions continue. Poor form led to several matches as an unused substitute, with just nine starts in 16 league appearances (including playoffs), totaling 42 clearances and five blocks. Even if he returns, he'll likely be a bench option only, failing to play in at least 20 MLS games in his career to this date.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami looks for 20th win of season, takes on the Vancouver Whitecaps

Inter Miami looks for its 20th win of the season when it plays the Vancouver Whitecaps

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out against San Diego Halbouni (knee) will miss Saturday's Conference Final against San Diego due to injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Halbouni was forced off in the last game against Los Angeles FC due to a knee injury and won't be available for Saturday's Conference Final against San Diego. This is a major blow for the Whitecaps since he is a regular starter in the backline and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Mathias Laborda expected to take the spot in central defense against San Diego.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off Saturday Halbouni left the field after picking up an injury in Saturday's 2-2 (6-5) penalty shootout victory over Los Angeles Football Club, according to Har Journalist.

Impact Halbouni was unable to continue in extra time when his team had no substitutions left, reducing them to one less center-back following Tristan Blackmon's dismissal. The injured player is now questionable for the next knockout match, with the event of his loss representing a big blow to the squad, as they were already deploying midfielder Ralph Priso in the back line and had only Joedrick Pupe and Tate Johnson remaining among their defensive substitutes.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Priso scores in stoppage time, Halbouni nets winner in PK shootout as Whitecaps sweep Dallas FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Ralph Priso scored the tying goal in the third minute of stoppage time and Belal Halbouni scored the decisive goal in a...

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

Priso scores in stoppage time, Halbouni nets winner in PK shootout; Whitecaps sweep Dallas

Ralph Priso scored the tying goal in the third minute of stoppage time and Belal Halbouni scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout on Saturday night to help the Vancouve...

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

On bench to face San Jose Halbouni (hip) is on the bench for Sunday's game against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Halbouni missed one match with a hip injury and might see reduced playing time before returning to the initial lineup. Still, the defender should be a strong addition to the competition with Mathias Laborda and Ralph Priso. Over his most recent five MLS starts, Halbouni was averaging 3.0 clearances and 0.8 interceptions per game.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hip injury Halbouni is questionable for Saturday's match against Seattle due to a hip injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Halbouni is going to need to pass some testing for Saturday's match against Seattle, with the defender suffering from a hip injury. This will be something to monitor, as the defender has started in their past five games. This leaves the club with limited options in the defense if he misses out, as Giuseppe Bovalina remains the most likely replacement if Halbouni can't play.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in draw Halbouni generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.

Impact Halbouni didn't have much to do during Wednesday's draw but he was a consistent presence in the backline. Halbouni has been more of a depth option for rotation and occasional matches due to injury, but for the most part he hasn't been a frequent contributor. Halbouni should remain a rotational option in the closing stages of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused from bench Halbouni (chest) featured on the bench in Sunday's 5-0 defeat in the CONCACAF Champions Cup final against Cruz Azul, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.

Impact Halbouni missed the last two MLS games due to a chest injury after picking up a bad knock in the Canadian Championship game against Valour FC. He seems to have fully recovered from it since he featured on the bench in Sunday's heavy defeat, although he didn't get onto the pitch. He has been a bench option so far this season and is expected to continue holding that role moving forward for the Whitecaps.

JUNE 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps host Minnesota United

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Minnesota United after scoring two goals against Real Salt Lake

MAY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Forced off injured Tuesday Halbouni faced a tough knock to his chest in the buildup of Valour FC's second goal in Tuesday's 2-2 draw in the Canadian Championship and was forced off a few minutes later, accor...

Impact Halbouni received his opponent's shoulder to the chest in the buildup to Valour FC's second goal on Tuesday, forcing him off in the 54th minute. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury, but it does not look positive as he could not continue in the second half. That said, he has played only four minutes in MLS this season and has remained an unused substitute in 10 games, so his potential absence on Saturday against Salt Lake will not impact the starting XI.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts as sub Halbouni (illness) is on the bench for the clash with Portland.

Impact Halbouni will get the start on the bench following an illness picked up this week. he only saw three appearances in 2024, as he will likely keep a small role again this campaign.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Sunday Halbouni is dealing with an illness and is day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against Portland, the club announced.

Impact Halbouni is questionable for Sunday's match against Portland due to illness. He played in only three games last season and is expected to remain a bench option, so his potential absence is unlikely to impact the starting lineup.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Halbouni (illness) is out for Saturday's clash with Minnesota, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Halbouni isn't an option for Saturday's match against Minnesota, as he deals with an illness. The defender has hardly played even when fit, going unused on the bench in almost every match. His absence isn't likely to change much moving forward in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Halbouni (hand) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to RBNY.

Impact Halbouni is back on the bench after a hand injury ruled him out earlier in the month. The defender is still waiting for his debut with the Whitecaps, but could be in for a chance off the bench.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hand injury Halbouni is out for Saturday's clash with LA Galaxy due to a hand injury.

Impact Halbouni picked up the hand injury and is out Saturday. The defender has yet to make his debut for Vancouver and remains on the sideline. Halbouni's next chance to return will be an April 20 trip to Seattle, though it's not clear how serious this hand injury is.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Whitecaps Halbouni signed with Vancouver through 2025 with a team option for 2026.

Impact Halbouni joins Vancouver from Madeburg in the 2. Bundesliga. The defender will likely be a depth option at first with Vancouver, but he could certainly play his way into the back three. Halbouni made three appearances with Madeburg before completing the move to Vancouver.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Inter Miami looks for 20th win of season, takes on the Vancouver Whitecaps

Priso scores in stoppage time, Halbouni nets winner in PK shootout; Whitecaps sweep Dallas

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps host Minnesota United