Vancouver Whitecaps turned season around with players-only meeting in June
It was late June and the season was already trending in the wrong direction for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Even with all the ground they have gained, the Whitecaps know they can’t afford to stumble when they host Minnesota United FC at BC Place on Wednesday. Goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau was away with Canada’s national team when the meeting was held but noticed the different attitude within the club when he returned.“The guys really stuck together for each other on and off the field. It makes quite a difference when a group is tight. There’s no loose ends and we’re just honest with each other.”
“It came down to talking it out. Guys had it out with each other. It ended up being the best possible thing for us. We all gained a lot of respect for each other. Honestly, this locker-room has been as tight as it could be.” “The guys up top are very good,” he said. “Even when they defend, they like to press high and be very aggressive. We need to be very organized defensively, to leave less space as possible.
Nerwinski said it’s typical that Vancouver’s hot streak is receiving the cold shoulder when it comes to attention from the rest of the league.
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