The Whitecaps canceled practice Wednesday and had a modified session for cleared players Thursday after players and staff reported gastrointestinal symptoms. The Whitecaps are scheduled to play the Seattle Sounders in a Cascadia Cup rivalry match at BC Place on Sunday.

Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tristan Blackmon (33) heads the ball towards his own goal ultimately blocked by Vancouver Whitecaps goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka (1) during an MLS soccer match against Real Salt Lake, Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Sandy, Utah. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate) AP