Vancouver Whitecaps: 3 Key Takeaways from 2-0 loss to Toronto

Mar 18, 2017; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Whitecaps forward Fredy Montero (12) kicks the ball toward the net of Toronto FC goalkeeper Alex Bono (25) during the second half at BC Place. The Toronto FC won 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 2, 2017; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Vancouver Whitecaps forward Fredy Montero (12) celebrates his goal against New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Luis Robles (31) (not pictured) during the second half at BC Place Stadium. The Vancouver Whitecaps won 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports /

Empty stands

It’s early in the season still, but many of the cracks from last season are still showing. Vancouver sports fans are notoriously fickle. Yesterday’s match, on a Saturday afternoon against Canadian rivals, should have been well-attended, but there were huge gaps in the stands. There are worrying signs that the fans are starting to turn away from this team. Even on the eve of a CONCACAF Champions League semi-final.

Next: Toronto FC: Key takeaways from win against Vancouver

Next up is a week off for the international break. The Whitecaps’ next match is April 1st against LA Galaxy, and four days later is the CCL second leg against Tigres. Robinson needs to use the next two weeks to make some changes ahead of two needed wins.

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