Played
August 27, 2011 7:10 PM EDT
Empire Field — Vancouver, British Columbia
Referee: N. Bratsis
Attendance: 20226
August 27, 2011 7:10 PM EDT
Empire Field — Vancouver, British Columbia
Referee: N. Bratsis
Attendance: 20226
86′
Shea Salinas
Vancouver Whitecaps 1-0 Houston Dynamo: Shea Salinas hits late winner for host
The Vancouver Whitecaps grabbed a late win and a first home shutout since June to end Houston's five-game run without a loss.
By Allen Ramsey
Jeff Vinnick
The Vancouver Whitecaps took a 1-0 win over Houston on Saturday night with Shea Salinas grabbing the late winner for the home side.
Early in the second half the Dynamo looked as if they had earned a penalty after Carlos Costly was apparently fouled by Joe Cannon in the box. Referee Niko Bratsis initially pointed to the spot, but after a short chat with his assistant changed the decision and awarded a free kick to Vancouver.
It was arguably the biggest moment in the match right up until the last, but Salinas made that decision even more costly in the 86th after being set through on goal by Long Tan. The winger finished expertly, slotting his shot into the corner and giving Vancouver a rare win.
For Houston the loss ends a five game unbeaten run and could prove costly as the club continues to push for the playoffs.
Early in the second half the Dynamo looked as if they had earned a penalty after Carlos Costly was apparently fouled by Joe Cannon in the box. Referee Niko Bratsis initially pointed to the spot, but after a short chat with his assistant changed the decision and awarded a free kick to Vancouver.
It was arguably the biggest moment in the match right up until the last, but Salinas made that decision even more costly in the 86th after being set through on goal by Long Tan. The winger finished expertly, slotting his shot into the corner and giving Vancouver a rare win.
For Houston the loss ends a five game unbeaten run and could prove costly as the club continues to push for the playoffs.
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Top Scorers
| Player | Goals | Penalties | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jack McInerney Striker Philadelphia Union |
10 | 0 |
|
Marco Di Vaio Striker Montreal Impact |
9 | 0 |
|
Mike Magee Midfielder LA Galaxy |
8 | 1 |
|
Claudio Bieler Striker Sporting KC |
7 | 2 |
|
Dominic Oduro Striker Columbus Crew |
7 | 0 |
