J.C. Ngando - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back for 2026 Ngando had his contract picked up for the 2026 season for Vancouver.

Impact Ngando just completed his first full MLS season, having been on the team since 2023. He remained in a rotational role, starting 13 of the 25 matches played, recording two goals and three assists on 14 shots and 27 chances created. The midfielder will likely start the season as a depth option, as the team's talented midfield is already looking toward 2026.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists second in 3-0 win J.C. Ngando scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Ngando scored his second goal of the season after he returned to the starting lineup after a two-game absence. He took two shots for only the second time this season, and he also created a chance. His only cross of the game was accurate.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sabbi, Ngando and Laborda score goals, Takaoka has 11th shutout; Whitecaps beat Sporting

Emmanuel Sabbi opened the scoring in the 35th minute, J

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in Saturday's loss J.C. Ngando scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Ngando scored a goal in the 6th minute assisted by Daniel Rios, a goal which tied the match at 1-1 early on. It marked his first goal of the season to go along with his three assists. He also created one chance before he was subbed off in the 64th minute for Johnny Selemani.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in rout J.C. Ngando assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact J.C. Ngando's second half assist helped propel Vancouver to a resounding 3-0 victory Sunday over Seattle. The midfielder created three chances over his 90 minute shift and his assist was his third of the campaign over 14 appearances (eight starts). After coming through the Vancouver academy and spending the majority of the previous seasons on loan in the USL, Ngando has definitively secured himself a role in the Vancouver rotation through the team's first 16 league fixtures.

JUNE 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Tuesday Ngando (Not Injury Related) played the full game in the Canadian Championship against Valour FC, confirming he is back available moving forward.

Impact Ngando missed the last contest against Austin on Sunday as he was reportedly dealing with a passport issue. He played the full game on Tuesday in the Canadian Championship, suggesting he is likely back available moving forward for the Whitecaps. He started in his last four appearances including Tuesday's game, so he should return directly to the starting XI for Saturday's game against Real Salt Lake.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Ngando (not injury related) is out for Saturday's trip to Austin, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Ngando is on the sideline for Saturday's clash, though not for an injury. It's not clear what the issue is for Ngando, or what the timeline looks like for the midfielder. Ralph Priso should step into the starting XI for Saturday's clash.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Ngando assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Ngando got back on the scoresheet during Sunday's win, setting up a goal and creating three chances. With some better finishing Ngando could have come away with plenty of assists Sunday. On the whole it was still another excellent showing for Ngando, who has thrived as Vancouver continue a red-hot start.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Berhalter, Pedro Vite spark second-half surge as Whitecaps top Minnesota United 3-1

Sebastian Berhalter started the scoring 10 minutes into the second half and Pedro Vite added two goals four minutes apart to propel the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 3-1 victory over Mi...

APRIL 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists in win Ngando assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against FC Dallas.

Impact Ngando offered some major creativity during Saturday's win, popping up with an assist and three chances created. It was a brilliant showing from the midfielder, who could have had a few assists during the win. Ngando will hope to keep this production going as Vancouver look to extend their early season win streak.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blackmon scores 1st goal since 2023, Whitecaps beat Dallas 1-0

Tristan Blackmon scored a goal in the 51st minutes and Vancouver didn’t allow a shot on goal as the Whitecaps beat FC Dallas 1-0 for their fourth win in a row

MARCH 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Mathias Laborda, Tate Johnson help Whitecaps beat Montreal 2-0

Mathias Laborda scored his first goal of the season in the 37th minute, 19-year-old Tate Johnson added a goal in his MLS debut and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat CF Montreal 2-0

MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Appears off bench Ngando recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Nagndo made his season debut Saturday after he missed the Portland clash following his visa issue. He was on loan to the USL last season as the midfielder looks to keep a consistent role with the senior team in 2025.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Getting visa renewed Ngando is in the process of getting his visa renewed, according to the club.

Impact Ngando will look to maintain a permanent spot with the senior team, spending last season on loan with USL side Las Vegas. He will likely get his visa this wee, making him available for the Los Angeles Galaxy clash.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Negotiating a return Ngando is negotiating a return for 2025, Vancouver announced.

Impact Ngando spent 2024 on loan with Las Vegas, but is now negotiating a return with Vancouver. It's unclear if he will be brought back, as he would be one for the future even if given a new contract.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

The Friend Zone: Building a community helped JC Ngando finally blossom as a Whitecap The Whitecaps head to L.A. knowing a win will put them through to the next round, and are turning to some of their youngest players for help...

JULY 27, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

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Sabbi, Ngando and Laborda score goals, Takaoka has 11th shutout; Whitecaps beat Sporting

Sebastian Berhalter, Pedro Vite spark second-half surge as Whitecaps top Minnesota United 3-1

Blackmon scores 1st goal since 2023, Whitecaps beat Dallas 1-0

Mathias Laborda, Tate Johnson help Whitecaps beat Montreal 2-0