The Vancouver Whitecaps reached a memorandum of understanding with the city of Vancouver to explore a new stadium and entertainment district at Hastings Racecourse Park.
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Lionel Messi steals the show
Messi isn’t exactly known as for his counter-pressing abilities, but he was at the right place at the right time to steal the ball and set up the winning goal in Inter Miami’s 3-1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Inevitably, Inter Miami wins
Lionel Messi led the Herons to a 3-1 win over Vancouver in a match the visiting team dominated for long stretches.
