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David Ousted had an uncharacteristically bad night, conceding three goals.

The Vancouver Whitecaps opened their 2016 Major League Soccer campaign at BC Place playing host to the Montreal Impact. There was much anticipation for Sunday afternoon’s matchup. Fans and local media were excited to see the new, highly touted off season acquisitions that have made this team into an MLS cup contender. This Sunday was the first time we got to take a look at this new and improved Whitecaps roster.

With all the new additions to the roster, there were some notable adjustments made to this year’s starting eleven — although it was the usual David Ousted taking command of the goal. Newly acquired right full back Fraser Aird, who is currently on loan from Scottish side Rangers F.C., was handed his first start along with right winger Christian Bolaños. Up front, in his second season with the ’Caps, was lone striker Octavio Rivero.

As the game got underway, BC Place was buzzing with energy. Until the Montreal Impact struck first in the 19th minute, as midfielder Ignacio Piatti cut inside the box and weaved his way through four ’Caps defenders before slotting it past Ousted. Subsequently, the Whitecaps nearly leveled the scoreline about a minute later, although the crossbar denied Rivero of what would have been a beautiful strike.

With the final five minutes of the first half coming to a close, the Impact struck again. This time, Whitecaps goalkeeper Ousted committed a crucial mistake, coming out of his 18 yard box to challenge Montreal forward Dominic Oduro, only to have the ball skip right by him and into the goal. However, in the final minute of the half, the Whitecaps got on the scoresheet. A beautiful set piece from the Whitecaps resulted in Jordan Harvey finishing from close range to bring the home side within one.

Following halftime, there were numerous chances for both sides. Finally, in the 88th minute the Impact broke through once again. Ghanaian international Oduro raced past the ’Caps defense and laid the ball off to Piatti, who patiently placed the ball in the back of the net for his second of the game. At this point, it was certain the Impact were heading back to Montreal with the three points. They ultimately did so, although the Whitecaps got one back as Waston headed in a cross from a Bolaños corner, a goal that was just mere consolation.

Reminiscent of last year’s home opener against Toronto, the Whitecaps once again failed to capitalize on their chances as Rivero was unable to find the back of the net, despite plenty of quality chances throughout the match.

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