Sam Adekugbe - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Colorado Rapids bring home draw streak into matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps

The Colorado Rapids take on the Vancouver Whitecaps after playing to a draw in three home games in a row

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Remains out Adekugbe (hamstring) is out for the next two matches, per Har Journalist.

Impact Adekugbe is among those that are injured and aren't traveling for the next two matches. That means he will miss the start of this road trip at the very least. Tate Johnson remains the unquestioned top choice at left-back while Adekugbe is left on the sideline.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps on 3-game home winning streak

Saint Louis City SC hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps trying to prolong a three-game home winning streak

OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

Set for absence Adekugbe is ruled out for Saturday's match against Los Angeles FC due to a hamstring issue, Har Journalist of Canadian Soccer Daily reports.

Impact Adekugbe has been limited to gym work lately, so it might take some time for him to play again, especially considering has yet to make a start this year after he faced several weeks on the sidelines through a prior quad problem. The wide player will continue to work on his rehabilitation over the next few weeks heading into the final stages of the campaign. His exclusion from upcoming matches strengthens Tate Johnson's place at left-back.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Mboma Dem leads Cincinnati against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Kenji Mboma Dem leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps following a two-goal outing against Orlando City

JULY 21 • Associated Press

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Chicago Fire

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring two goals against San Diego FC

JULY 15 • Associated Press

Option in Canadian Championship Adekugbe (quadriceps) has returned to the match squad for Monday's Canadian Championship matchup versus Cavalry FC.

Impact Adekugbe is on the bench and may see his first minutes of first-team action since June 2025 after being sidelined with an Achilles injury and then suffering a quad setback. While he's still unlikely to make the starting lineup in the short term, his availability would be excellent news for both him and the squad, adding depth on the left flank behind defender Tate Johnson and winger Bruno Caicedo.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ingvartsen leads San Diego FC against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Marcus Ingvartsen leads San Diego FC into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps fresh off of a two-goal showing against Cincinnati

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Berhalter and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Houston Dynamo

Sebastian Berhalter leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with the Houston Dynamo following a two-goal showing against Dallas

MAY 15 • Associated Press

Dallas faces the Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference play

Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps take the pitch in conference play

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Quad concern delays return Adekugbe (Achilles/Quad) felt some quad discomfort during Tuesday's session and is being managed carefully as the club exercises caution given the length of his absence, according...

Impact Adekugbe had been closing in on a return to MLS action after appearing for Vancouver's reserve side last weekend, but the new quad complaint adds another layer of caution to what has already been a lengthy road back from his Achilles injury. The Canadian international completed some individual running and shooting drills alongside teammates rather than full team training, and the club will continue to monitor his progress carefully before committing to any timeline for his return to competitive action.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Reus leads the LA Galaxy against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Marco Reus leads the LA Galaxy into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps after scoring two goals against Real Salt Lake

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Plays for Whitecaps 2 Adekugbe appeared in a Vancouver Whitecaps 2 match on Sunday vs Colorado Rapids 2 in the MLS Next Pro League.

Impact Adekugbe is very close to returning to MLS play, already getting minutes with the reserves following his Achilles injury. He is expected to return sometime in May, with a return in the next week or two more likely, pending on his evolution.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Adekugbe (Achilles) returned to team training Thursday and could be an option in the coming fixtures, according to Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Adekugbe has been working his way back from a severe Achilles blow suffered in June, and getting back on the training pitch is a significant step forward in what has been a lengthy recovery process. His return gives Vancouver a welcome option at left-back, where Tate Johnson has been holding down the fort in his extended absence. The Canadian international will need to be eased back carefully given the nature of the injury, but an apperance in the coming fixtures is possible if he comes through the final sessions without any setbacks.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Completes partial practice Adekugbe (Achilles) was able to get involved in part of the training session Tuesday, Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer reports.

Impact Adekugbe has increased his workload since suffering a severe blow in June, but he's yet to make an appearance and could remain sidelined for a few more weeks before rejoining the match squad. Still, the Canadian international may have a chance to feature in upcoming MLS action, offering an option in the competition with Tate Johnson at left-back.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball on grass Adekugbe (Achilles) was spotted training with the ball on Monday during a pre-season training, he posted on his socials.

Impact Adekugbe has been sidelined since late May due to a torn Achilles but is progressing well during his recovery since he was spotted training with the ball on Monday and back on grass. This looks promising since he could be set to return at the very beginning of the 2026 MLS season. The Canadian has been a regular starter for the Whitecaps and should regain that role once fully back fit to feature.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Should return in couple months Adekugbe (Achilles) will travel with the team for the pre-season training camp in Spain and is aiming a return for the first half of the 2026 MLS season, CEO and Sporting Director...

Impact Adekugbe suffered a torn Achilles back in June during international duty with Canada and has since then been recovering from the issue. The versatile midfielder is progressing well in his rehabilitation since he is set to join the team for the pre-season training camp in Spain with the aim to be back available for the first part of the season. Adekugbe has been a regular starter when fit and available for the Whitecaps and will play a decent role once fully back fit to play, heading into the 2026 MLS season.

JANUARY 15 • 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

San Diego FC looks for 20th win of season, faces the Vancouver Whitecaps

San Diego FC looks for its 20th win of the season when it plays the Vancouver Whitecaps

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in Western Conference finals

The Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in the Western Conference finals

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Dallas hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference semifinals

Dallas hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps in the Western Conference semifinals

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in first round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in conference action

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference action

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Working in gym Adekugbe (Achilles) has been limited to working in the gym following his torn Achilles injury, reports Har Journalist of the Daily Hive Vancouver.

Impact Adekugbe looks to be working on strength as he is working in the gym following his torn Achilles. It is unlikely he can return in 2025, though the possibly is still there with the team heading to the playoffs.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC tries to end road losing streak in matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps

Saint Louis City SC travels to the Vancouver Whitecaps aiming to stop an eight-game road slide

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

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