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Returns Saturday Adekugbe recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Adekugbe played the entire second half in his first match back from injury. He has struggled with injuries to start the campaign, appearing only five time for Vancouver, starting three times with two goals.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Austin

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Austin after a two-goal performance against Los Angeles FC

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Trains with team Adekugbe (quadriceps) is back in team training, accoridng to his Har Journalist of equalizer soccer.

Impact Adekugbe is seeing a huge boost this week, as he has returned to team training. This is good news for the club, as it puts him in a spot to play Saturday. That said, he will look to make the team sheet after missing their last outing.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers re-aggravation in training Adekugbe (quadriceps) suffered a re-aggravation of his injury in training on Saturday and will need to be assessed in the coming days, coach Jesper Sorensen said in a press confere...

Impact Adekugbe missed Sunday's clash against LAFC after suffering a re-aggravation of his quadriceps injury that had made him miss seven games earlier in the season. He will be evaluated in the coming days to determine if he needs to be sidelined again and to assess the extent of the setback. The young Tate Johnson is expected to continue seeing an increased role and playing time until Adekugbe fully recovers.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Adekugbe (quadriceps) is still dealing with his injury and is questionable for Sunday's clash against LAFC, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Adekugbe seems to still be dealing with the quadriceps injury that kept him out for most of the start of the season and is now again questionable for Sunday's game. He will likely be a late call for the match although his potential absence should not affect the starting lineup since he has started only one of the two games played since his return for a total of 58 minutes.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United brings shutout streak into matchup against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Minnesota United comes into a matchup against the Vancouver Whitecaps after notching two straight shutout wins

APRIL 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Unused substitute Thursday Adekugbe (quadriceps) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 2-0 victory over Inter Miami in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.

Impact Adekugbe was expected to return soon after being back in training this week. He featured on the bench on Thursday, confirming he has fully recovered from his quadriceps injury. That said, he is expected to build his fitness gradually in the coming games before finding a starting spot at left-back when deemed fit enough.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Adekugbe (quad) is set to return for Sunday's trip to Minnesota, per Har Journalist.

Impact Adekugbe was back in training ahead of Sunday's trip and should be included in the squad Sunday. The full-back could compete for starting minutes immediately, though it's not clear if he's fully fit for Sunday's clash, at least for a starting role.

APRIL 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adekugbe eager for return as Vancouver Whitecaps look to continue hot start VANCOUVER - Sam Adekugbe has spent the last six weeks rooting for the Vancouver Whitecaps as the club surges up the Major League Soccer stan...

APRIL 18, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Saint Louis City SC

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Saint Louis City SC after scoring four goals against Austin

APRIL 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Close to playing Adekugbe (quadriceps) is inching closer to returning to the pitch. According to head coach Jesper Sorensen, "Sam is close to getting ready to play. I'm happy for seeing him on the...

Impact Adekugbe was back in training Friday as he is not too far along from returning to the squad sheet for Vancouver. This update may mean that the defender could return as soon as Saturday, if he has a solid full week of training. Tate Johnson has been getting the start at left back in his absence.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Djordje Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps after scoring two goals against Charlotte FC

APRIL 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Could resume team training soon Adekugbe (quadriceps) could resume team training later this week or next week, coach Jesper Sorensen said in a press conference, according to Har Journalist.

Impact Adekugbe has been recovering well from his quadriceps injury and could resume team training soon, likely at the end of the week or next week. This means he could potentially be aiming for a return to competition next Saturday against Austin. His return would be a big boost for the team, as the left-back had started the season in great form before his injury, scoring two goals in the first two league games.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto looks for first victory of the season, hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps

Toronto aims for its first victory of the season when it hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Does light runs Adekugbe (quadriceps) was spotted doing light runs and working in the gym on Tuesday, Har Journalist reports.

Impact Adekugbe is progressing well in his recovery as he was spotted doing light running on Tuesday while rehabilitating his quadriceps injury. He could return to the squad next month. Until he is fully fit Edier Ocampo, will likely continue filling in at left-back.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will be assessed this week Adekugbe (quadriceps) is still a few weeks from returning and will undergo an evaluation this week, coach Jesper Sorensen confirmed in a press conference, per Har Journalist. "We w...

Impact Adekugbe has been working in the gym for two weeks and remains a couple of weeks away from returning from his quadriceps injury. He is expected to be assessed later this week to determine his progress. Until he is fully fit, Edier Ocampo will likely continue filling in at left-back.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps look to extend win streak in matchup with Dallas

The Vancouver Whitecaps will attempt to prolong a three-game win streak with a victory against Dallas

MARCH 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Working in gym Thursday Adekugbe picked up a quadriceps injury that forced him off Saturday's clash with LA Galaxy and was spotted working in the gym on Thursday toward his recovery, coach Jesper Sorensen...

Impact Adekugbe is training in the gym as he recovers from a quadriceps injury sustained on Saturday. His return will depend on his overall progression but could happen before the end of the month if everything goes as planned. Tate Johnson and Edier Ocampo are expected to start as left-back in his absence.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up quad injury Adekugbe was forced off in the 32nd minute of Saturday's 2-1 win against LA Galaxy after scoring a goal due to a quadriceps injury that will sideline him for a while, coach Jesper...

Impact Adekugbe is set for a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a quadriceps injury Saturday. This is a setback as he was expected to be a regular starter and has already scored twice in two games. Edier Ocampo is likely to see increased playing time during his absence.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Adekugbe, Brian White spark Whitecaps to 2-1 victory over Galaxy

Defender Sam Adekugbe scored early, Brian White scored late and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat the Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1, handing the defending MLS Cup champions a second straight d...

MARCH 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets Sunday Adekugbe scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Adekugbe seems set to take the starting wing-back role in 2025, and he opened the season with a goal during an absolute rout of the Timbers. He made the most of the extra space he had to work with and caused a plethora of issues out wide. Adekugbe should continue to be a solid offensive contributor, though he won't always be playing against 10 men.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team after NT duty Adekugbe (not injury related) is back from international duty and should be an option for Saturday's game against Real Salt Lake, Har Johal of The Daily Hive reports.

Impact Adekugbe has been limited to just seven starts this season, but with four of those coming across the Whitecaps' last six games and with the defender going the full 90 in the last two, it wouldn't be surprising if he returns to the XI right away to take on RSL. Over that six-game period, Adekugbe has racked up four shots, six chances created, 18 crosses and eight clearances.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving for NT duty Adekugbe has been selected to the Canadian national team for its upcoming international friendlies and will not be an option for Sunday's match against LAFC.

Impact Adekugbe had started the last two matches for just four starts in his last seven matches. In that span, the midfielder has one goal with four shots (three on target), 21 crosses (six accurate) and eight clearances.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots on target in loss Adekugbe registered two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Minnesota United.

Impact Adekugbe led the Vancouver attack Saturday with two shots (two on target), but he was unable to convert his opportunities as Vancouver fell 1 - 0 to Minnesota. In addition to his offensive production, the veteran midfielder added one clearance, block and interception each to the team's defensive effort. Adekugbe continues to be a rotational option for Vancouver, having started in two of his last four appearances and in just seven of his 15 MLS appearances overall in 2024.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal following demotion Adekugbe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact After being dropped from Canada's national team due to an injury, Adekugbe was part of Vancouver's starting XI before he was dropped from that Saturday. Still, he took advantage of a limited chance, logging his first goal in what has been a turbulent 2024 season for him.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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